Serge Ibaka: (Calf) Has Stellar Return In Game 3

Ibaka (calf) played his normal complement of minutes (30) and finished with 15 points (6-7 FG, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, one steal and four blocks during his return to the court Sunday in Game 3.

Analysis:

Ibaka returned after a two-game absence in splendid fashion while helping the Thunder earn their first win of the Western Conference finals. His production totals came in right around his regular season averages which was hardly expected considering that he was previously ruled out for the entirety of the playoffs with his Grade 2 calf strain. Looking ahead, Ibaka seems to be in the clear for Game 4 on Tuesday, but his availability may change after he determines how his injury reacted to 30 minutes of intense playoff action.