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OKC Thunder Homestand Gives Jared McCain Chance to Solidify Spot in Rotation

Oklahoma City’s newest addition could be ready to stake his claim in the rotation. Over the past few weeks, the Thunder have been navigating several key injuries as they try to remain at the top of the Western Conference.

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Alex Caruso explains why Jared McCain is a better fit with Thunder than the 76ers

Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Alex Caruso addressed Jared McCain’s impact in his first 12 games with his new team, explaining why he’s better suited for the defending champions than for the Philadelphia 76ers.

Massive OKC Thunder Home Stand Just Got More Juicy

The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Boston Celtics on Thursday, March 12, as part of a four-game home stand that spans 11 days. In this Paycom Center stint, the Thunder play postseason teams exclusively, with three of the four being considered NBA Title contenders.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 6

What Mark Daigneault learned about Thunder’s Jared McCain

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault says Jared McCain’s consistency stands out most. Still, he’s learning a lot more about his second-year guard following the deadline trade with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 6

OKC Thunder Looking to Add Separation Atop West With Upcoming Homestand

Oklahoma City has a lengthy stretch of home games upcoming, and it could be massive for the Thunder’s chances of maintaining the top record. After completing an undefeated three-game road trip with a tight win in New York, the Thunder are back in Oklahoma City for nearly two weeks as they get set for one of their lightest stretches of the season.

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Thunder Against the Spread | OKC Kicks Off Homestand as Massive Favorite Over Warriors · Heartland Sports

After 76ers 'breakup,' Thunder's Jared McCain is smitten with his new situation -- and the feeling is mutual · CBSSports.com

If You’re Waiting On The Thunder To Blink… Don’t · Heartland Sports

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 6

Extra Rest Will Prove Beneficial to OKC Thunder

Following a gauntlet stretch in January and February, playing some of the top teams in the NBA with little extended rest, outside of the All-Star break, the Oklahoma City Thunder will get extended rest between games to open March.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 6

NBA Admits Thunder on Wrong End of 2 Wrong Calls Against Knicks

While the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New York Knicks during their game on Wednesday, the NBA referees made life a little harder for them. Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined for 54 points in the Thunder's 103-100 win at Madison Square Garden.

Chet Holmgren News / LWOSports.com / March 6

Chet Holmgren Instrumental In Thunder’s Title Hopes

Oklahoma City Thunder’s big man: Chet Holmgren’s recent stretch shows why he’s the X-factor. From getting it done in the trenches, in a very physical, playoff-level feel and atmosphere, grabbing a career-high 21 rebounds in an overtime win against the Denver Nuggets on Friday night.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 5

OKC Thunder See Isaiah Hartenstein, Alex Caruso Leave Knicks Game Early

The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled off an impressive 103-100 win on the road in Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks. This was a back-and-forth game that had the physicality of a postseason matchup.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 5

Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren’s revealing take on playing at Madison Square Garden

After playing in only his second game at Madison Square Garden, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren discussed the significance of playing in the Mecca after his 28 points in a 103-100 win against the New York Knicks.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / March 5

'Other' Jaylin Williams paying off for Thunder

Jaylin Williams got a multi-year deal from the Oklahoma City Thunder this season despite the team having two other expensive centers on the roster. It's been an incredible value so far.

Thunder showing championship habits again with gritty win over Knicks

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was ruthlessly roasted for his postgame outfit

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 5

OKC Thunder Overcome Back-to-Back Woes With Win in New York

Oklahoma City secured an impressive win in New York to end a season-long streak of misfortune. Heading into Wednesday night’s game in Madison Square Garden, the Thunder were looking to finish off their road trip on a high note and get a quality win over an Eastern Conference contender.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Mark Daigneault Speaks on Isaiah Hartenstein Injury After Thunder Win Over Knicks

Alex Caruso limped to the locker room in the third quarter. Isaiah Hartenstein never made it back to the floor from the bench in the fourth. The Oklahoma

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A Big Night From Chet Holmgren Helped The Thunder Hold On Down The Stretch

The Thunder’s star big man stepped up in a huge way. The Oklahoma City Thunder made a trip out to New York to play the Knicks for the second leg of an away back-to-back series.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / March 5

NBA MVP Rankings: Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Repeat?

This exercise seems more difficult than completing a 1,000-piece puzzle. The challenge: how to properly determine the NBA regular-season MVP. Consider all the small but important puzzle pieces to fit together: the candidate’s play, his past résumé, his availability, his team’s record and how his teammates enhance or hurt his value.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 5

Thunder showing championship habits again with gritty win over Knicks

The Oklahoma City Thunder did not dominate Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden. They survived it. Sometimes, that’s the better sign. The defending champs slipped past the New York Knicks, 103-100, in a game that easily could have flipped the other way in the final seconds.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / March 5

Thunder lose Alex Caruso, Isaiah Hartenstein to injuries in win vs. Knicks

The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder keep winning. The injury hits keep coming, too. Veteran guard Alex Caruso and center Isaiah Hartenstein were both ruled out during Wednesday’s 103-100 road win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

Oklahoma City Thunder Survive Furious Comeback Attempt From New York Knicks To Win 103-100

Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden had all the ingredients of a playoff game. Loud crowd. High stakes. A few questionable whistles that sent MSG into full meltdown mode.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Larry Brown Sports / March 5

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets away with the most blatant charge of season

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is probably not beating the allegations. The Oklahoma City Thunder star Gilgeous-Alexander sparked backlash during Wednesday’s game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York, N.Y.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 4

Knicks show their defense has improved despite loss to Thunder

The New York Knicks fell short in the final seconds against the Oklahoma City Thunder. But by holding the Thunder 16 points below their season average, the Knicks showed they've got a playoff-ready defense.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets away with the most blatant charge of season

Mikal Bridges' unexpected offensive eruption helps Knicks snap Spurs' 11-game win streak

Jalen Brunson achieves Knicks history in big win over Bucks

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Alex Caruso News / EssentiallySports / March 4

What Happened to Alex Caruso? Thunder Star Makes Injury Exit to Locker Room vs Knicks

The Oklahoma City Thunder stared at their championship hopes possibly being jeopardised in New York. The team has suffered majorly from injuries to key players this season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / March 5

OKC Thunder Frontcourt Possesses Skillset Few Teams Have

The Thunder have one of the most versatile rosters in the NBA, which has had the best record in the Western Conference for a third straight season, the best record in the league for a second consecutive year, and ultimately won the championship this past June.

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