After initially being ruled out for the remainder of the postseason, all signs are pointing to Serge Ibaka's return in Game 3 between his Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday:
Members of the Thunder—including Ibaka—discussed the possibility with the media on Saturday. The fact that Ibaka was made available to the media was the first hint he'll be ready to go:
Ibaka's comments were the second hint:
It certainly doesn't sound like Ibaka's going to let a little pain hold him back.
The power forward hurt his calf in Game 6 against the Los Angeles Clippers. He departed the game after playing 26 minutes.
When pressed to say whether he'd suit up on Sunday, Ibaka indicated that the decision would depend on what the doctors say, telling reporters: "Well, right now I'm waiting for the team doctor to confirm, and also it's depending on whether I will go tomorrow, day by day, and see."
When the question was put in slightly different terms, Ibaka didn't budge: "I just told you it's day by day. I cannot say how I feel ...
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Report: It’s Looking Likely That Serge Ibaka Will Play in Game 3 for OKC Thunder
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