In the modern NBA, scoring from the perimeter is as vital as ever. That was a significant driver of the Oklahoma City Thunder's success last season, given that the team finished at the top of the NBA in 3-point accuracy during the 2023-24 campaign.

But Detroit (21-21) is ninth in the East this time around. Former Oklahoma State star Cade Cunningham has a chance to earn an All-Star selection, and new additions such as Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. have added some much-needed 3-point shooting.

The Cavaliers outlasted the Thunder in their previous matchup a week prior — a matchup that turned into an instant classic. The highly promoted rematch wasn’t nearly as entertaining — unless, of course,