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OKC Thunder – Blazers scrimmage rotation update: Paul rests, Roberson starts

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The OKC Thunder will play the Portland Trail Blazers in their final scrimmage with several players from both sides out injured or resting.

Having played the Portland Trail Blazers on four occasions this season many wondered what precisely Billy Donovan could glean from this matchup. The OKC Thunder bench boss had stated every scrimmage session offered something new for his squad to learn. Or it afforded the Thunder an opportunity to work on a specific section of their system.

In our Thunderous Intentions preview, I noted hopes Billy Donovan would rest Chris Paul.