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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

OKC Thunder Must Value Home-Court Advantage Again in 2026-27

The Oklahoma City Thunder might be ready to take the regular season a bit more lightly next season, but they would be wise to value getting home-court advantage again.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Which Upcoming Contract Extension is Most Important for OKC Thunder?

One of the Oklahoma City Thunder's best attributes over the past few years has been the team's depth. Even beyond a starting lineup that includes the reigning MVP and multiple All-Stars, OKC's bench unit was an asset during the Thunder's title run and once again in 2026.

Chet Holmgren News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Chet Holmgren Set For Scoring Leap in Year Four

Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren has improved each season he's played in the league, throughout all his injury troubles. Holmgren made his first All-Star Game in 2026, but another leap is on the way for the former No.

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In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / August 26

'This Situation Is So Heartbreaking': NBA World Calls for Help After Ex-Thunder Star’s New Video Stuns Internet

This is happening again. The basketball world is growing concerned about former Duke and Oklahoma City Thunder player Kyle Singler following a series of troubling social media videos.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Nikola Topic News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 25

This Upcoming Season Could Decide Nikola Topic's Future With The Thunder

The Thunder’s young guard is going into his most important season to date. The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a rollercoaster of an offseason, as they added great young pieces through the draft, but unfortunately had to let go of valuable assets due to financial situations.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 25

Ranking the Five-Best OKC Thunder Guards of All-Time

The Oklahoma City Thunder haven't been around as long as other recent NBA titans, though even in a short history its seen its fair share of all-time players.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Could Strong Northwest Division Hurt OKC Thunder in Standings?

Oklahoma City is hoping ot land atop the standings again next season, but it may have its toughest path yet. Over the past three seasons, the Thunder have found almost no issues landing at the top of the Western Conference standings.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Pair of OKC Thunder Players Ranked Among NBA's Top 12 Defenders

The Oklahoma City Thunder have crafted an indentity on defense over the past few seasons. OKC's talent on that end of the floor was the catalyst for the Thunder's 2025 NBA title run, helping Oklahoma City overcome struggles on offense during the postseason.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Jaylin Williams Could Be The Thunder's Next Breakout Player

The next Thunder player to have a breakout season could be someone nobody expects. Between the Oklahoma City Thunder’s great draft history and their ability to grow players, it seems that almost every year, there is a breakout season for one of the Thunder’s players.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Continued Defensive Improvement Is Priority For OKC Thunder's Jared McCain

Jared McCain was an instant-impact scorer off the bench for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half of the 2025-26 season, joining the squad from the Philadelphia 76ers at the trade deadline.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Thunder part ways with key member behind the scenes after 2 seasons

The Oklahoma City Thunder have undergone plenty of changes this offseason, with the front office being hard at work so the team could stay below the dreaded second apron.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 23

Alex Caruso Can't be Overlooked in OKC Thunder Starting Lineup Decision

Oklahoma City’s starting lineup has been a hot topic all offseason, and the Thunder’s solution could end up being a surprise. Over the past few weeks, the Thunder’s offseason has settled down, and the team appears set for next season.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 23

Two OKC Thunder Players Picked in top 10 of Recent 2021-2025 Redraft

The Oklahoma City Thunder have drafted well in recent memory. After winning less than 25 games for two consecutive seasons, Sam Presti and company turned the Thunder's fortunes around through a few solid draft picks.

Isaiah Hartenstein News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 23

Why The Thunder Should Work More Of Its Offense Through Isaiah Hartenstein

There’s an argument for the Thunder’s big man to get more touches next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder’s offesne will look a little different next season, as a roster shakeup has sent some solid rotational players to other destinations in the league.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 22

Why Thunder fans’ disappointment in Chet Holmgren is valid, but redemption is within reach

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star forward Chet Holmgren didn’t attempt a field goal in the second half of Game 7’s 111-103 loss in the 2026 Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs.

Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 22

Watch Thunder’s Jalen Williams blindly rank his top 5 PEs

Jalen Williams is carrying his legacy on and off the NBA court. While in an otherwise offseason festivity, the Oklahoma City Thunder star shooting guard recently went for a blind ranking of his Adidas player edition shoes, or PEs.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 21

Thunder are winning big by helping force the Nuggets decline

The Denver Nuggets took the Oklahoma City Thunder to seven games in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Since then, one of the Thunder's biggest rivals has gotten worse, and the Thunder directly benefit in multiple ways.

Cavaliers acquire Peyton Watson in multi-team trade with Nuggets, give him major contract

Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell Named UC Santa Barbara’s GM

Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell has been named the general manager of UC Santa Barbara’s men’s basketball program, the school announced in a press release.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14

Dennis Schroder approaching wild NBA record with latest trade

NBA teams seem to always want to have Dennis Schroder around. Just not for too long.

Hornets get much-needed point guard depth with Dennis Schroder trade

Bradley Beal's return to Clippers is another failed veteran opt-out

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Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / August 12

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

Westbrook's time as the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder for over a decade is what basketball fans will remember the nine-time All-Star for.

Westbrook had offers from two NBA teams before retirement

LeBron James sends message to Westbrook after retirement

DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup

Bam Adebayo being underrated now that Heat have their superstar

Tyrese Haliburton sends strong message about his health

Warriors GM fails to quell Steph Curry speculation with recent comments

Chet Holmgren News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Report: Thunder may trade Chet Holmgren in one scenario

Chet Holmgren may be playing for his future next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder could potentially trade their star big man Holmgren if he continues to struggle against rival center Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs, Zach Harper of The Athletic reported on Tuesday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / August 11

Thunder chopped nearly $300 million from payroll, and the hard part may be next

The Thunder spent the offseason doing something considerably more complicated than defending a championship, as they did last year. They had to keep the bill from becoming completely insane.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10