The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Memphis Grizzlies in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs and it has been clear from the word go that Alex Caruso has been an impressive addition.

Expect Caruso's importance to be multiplied tenfold in the playoffs. It's why he was brought over from the Chicago Bulls this past offseason. The Thunder coasted through the regular season with the 31-year-old to keep his legs fresh for the postseason. Now that we're here, he's since his role uptick in recent weeks for preparation.