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Two Undrafted Rookies Play Solid Minutes in OKC Thunder Summer League Debut
Fresh off an NBA title, the Oklahoma City Thunder competed in the team's first Summer League contest of the 2025 offseason. While Ajay Mitchell, Nikola Topic and even Brooks Barnhizer turned heads with strong outings, there were a pair of undrafted rookies who also had solid performances.
Cason Wallace News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 6
How Cason Wallace's Advantageous Situation Could Set the Course for his Career
Cason Wallace has accomplished so much at the ripe age of 21. Before the start of last season, and for a short amount of time into it, the young man couldn't even enjoy an alcoholic beverage (legally).
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / July 6
Rookie Grades for Thunder Summer League Debut
The Thunder retook the hardwood just 13 days after winning the NBA championship. But instead of the title winners, the players who suited up are potential game-changers for a hopeful dynasty out on the plains.
The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz
Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?
Nikola Topic News / NBA Draft on SI / July 6
Nikola Topic Has Flashes of Brilliance in NBA Summer League Debut
International players dominated the top of the 2024 NBA Draft. French forwards Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr claimed the first two spots respectively, and a third French forward, Tidjane Salaun, went sixth overall to the Charlotte Hornets.
OKC Thunder Guard's Summer League Performance Could Carry Into Next Season
Oklahoma City was back on the floor in summer league, and one player stood out more than anyone else. Entering the Thunder’s summer league opener against the Memphis Grizzlies, all eyes were on Nikola Topic.
OKC Thunder Rookie Impresses in NBA Summer League Debut
For the first time in franchise history, the Oklahoma City Thunder ran onto the floor as defending champions. However, it was the Summer League squad getting set to take on a familiar foe, the Memphis Grizzlies, whom the Thunder dispatched in short order during the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / July 6
Austin Rivers Refuses to Rank Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Championship Run Over 2006 Dwyane Wade but Acknowledges Thunder Star’s Overall Season
With the NBA offseason in full swing and the dust just now settling on the 2025 NBA Championship, people are slowly starting to compare Shai Gilgeious-Alexander’s Finals run to other all-time great runs from guards.
Nikola Topic News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 5
Nikola Topic Deserves Extended Grace Period as He Works Through Wrinkles
It was about as good of a Summer League debut for Thunder rookie Nikola Topic, all things considered. He certainly looked rusty at times, which led to an excessive amount of turnovers, but that’s should be considered completely normal and expected.
Social Media Reacts to Nikola Topic OKC Thunder Debut
The Oklahoma City Thunder began its Summer League sessions with a trip to Salt Lake City to battle the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. This evening's affair afforded the Thunder faithful a first look at No.
Sam Presti Completed the Rebuild Speedrun
In the summer of 2019, Sam Presti and the Oklahoma City Thunder rocketed themselves into an expected long-term rebuild after trading All-NBA forward Paul George and franchise cornerstone guard Russell Westbrook within weeks of each other.
What to Watch for in OKC Thunder Summer League
The Oklahoma City Thunder are back in action on Saturday to tip off the NBA Summer League. It starts with the Salt Lake City circuit as the Thunder take on the Grizzlies, 76ers and Jazz before heading to Vegas to join every other team in the big summer league session for five more games.
Summer League has New Feeling for OKC Thunder After NBA Title
Oklahoma City is less than two weeks removed from an NBA championship, but it will be on the court again this weekend. The 2024-25 season was magical for the Thunder.
OKC Thunder Announce 2025 NBA Summer League Roster
Fresh off winning its first NBA Championship, the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to compete in the NBA Summer League. Things will tip off on Saturday in Salt Lake City before the Thunder joins the rest of the league in Vegas.
OKC Thunder Rookie Class Inks Contracts
The Oklahoma City Thunder have made quick work of this offseason following their first championship won just over a week ago. The Thunder wrapped up the 2025 NBA Draft just two days after hoisting the Larry O'Brien trophy.
Aaron Wiggins News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 4
OKC's Aaron Wiggins: Underrated to Uncovered
Since Aaron Wiggins' Game 2 outbreak in the 2025 NBA Finals, he's gained a lot of national exposure. He gained even more, and definitely boosted local
Isaiah Joe Still an Important Piece for OKC Thunder Despite Playoff Woes
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to run it back with their championship core, and one role player will be entering next season with something to prove.
Luguentz Dort News / Hardwood Heroics / July 4
'They Had Us Shaking a Little Bit' – Oklahoma City Thunder’s Luguentz Dort Reveals Their Toughest Opponents During Their 2025 Title Run
Luguentz Dort recently revealed the playoff opponent that struck the most fear into the Oklahoma City Thunder en route to winning an NBA championship this year.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / July 3
Oklahoma City Thunder Potential Summer League Standouts
The NBA offseason is in full swing, and Summer League is around the corner. The defending champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder, have multiple young players who have a chance to shine as stars in their lineup.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Draft on SI / July 3
Nikola Topic to Debut for OKC Thunder at Summer League
The 2025 NBA Draft came and went, leaving plenty of NBA franchises with shiny new rookies. Teams league wide left with top overall draftees, mid-first round picks hoping to overachieve and second rounders looking to make a name for themselves.
The 'Most 30-point games in one NBA postseason' quiz
An NBA player has recorded at least 10 30-point games in a single NBA playoffs on 34 occasions. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Jalen Williams News / Field Level Media / July 1
Thunder F Jalen Williams undergoes wrist surgery, Nov. return expected
Thunder All-Star forward Jalen Williams underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right wrist on Tuesday and is scheduled to be reevaluated in 12 weeks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / July 1
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic contract could lead to tough Thunder decisions
It will be interesting to see how the front office navigates the negative effects of potentially entering the second apron while playing in a smaller market.
Jalen Williams News / Field Level Media / June 30
Thunder GM lauds Jalen Williams' toughness with wrist surgery on deck
Thunder All-Star forward Jalen Williams played through a torn ligament in his right wrist for the entire postseason and is scheduled for surgery, Oklahoma City general manager Sam Presti said Monday.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker / June 26
SGA's scathing address to critics proves he's not that humble after all
It turns out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — the reigning NBA MVP, Finals MVP and scoring champion — isn't that humble after all.
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