Oklahoma City Thunder: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Thunder's Ajay Mitchell, Wizards' Justin Champagnie suspended for brawl

For their roles in an altercation during the Wizards-Thunder game on Saturday night, Washington's Justin Champagnie and Oklahoma City's Ajay Mitchell were suspended one game without pay for fighting, the NBA announced on Sunday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 22

Two Players Suspended, Three Fined For Thunder-Wizards Scuffle

Wizards forward Justin Champagnie and Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell have been suspended one game apiece for their roles in Saturday’s scuffle between the two teams, the NBA announced in a press release (Twitter link).

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How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

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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 22

Predicting OKC Thunder's Record During Final Regular Season Stretch

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on a roll. After a shaky stretch during the middle portion of the NBA regular season, OKC has rebounded and is playing some of its best basketball as the regular season draws to an end.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 22

Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s measured response to Wizards fight

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault didn’t agree with his players’ ejection, stemming from a brawl in the first half of a 132-111 win against the Washington Wizards.

Isaiah Hartenstein News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 22

Isaiah Hartenstein Adds Another Offensive Dimension with Elite Passing

The Oklahoma City Thunder having a heavy amount of depth that can play a variety of roles is something that the entire NBA community knows very well. The squad's deep rotation of players working to make an impact towards the same goal is how Oklahoma City won its first championship in 2025.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / March 22

Thunder HC Mark Daigneault Has 1 Word To Describe Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Historic Run

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 40 points on 17-of-27 shooting Saturday night as the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Washington Wizards 132-111 for their 11th consecutive win.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 22

Four Players Ejected In Thunder-Wizards Scuffle

An altercation late in the first half of Saturday’s game between the Thunder and Wizards resulted in four ejections (Twitter video link from Bleacher Report).

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 21

Thunder-Wizards altercation leads to multiple ejections in OKC win

Things got a little chippy in Oklahoma City. Thunder forward Jaylin Williams and Washington’s Justin Champagnie were both ejected following an altercation late in the first half of OKC’s 132-111 win Saturday night.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / March 21

Thunder's win streak at 11 as Wizards lose 15th straight

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Wizards 132-111 on Saturday to stretch their winning streak to 11 and Washington's skid to 15.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 21

Isaiah Hartenstein's Dominance Among Takeaways From OKC Thunder Road Win Over Wizards

The Oklahoma City Thunder rallied to defeat the Washington Wizards, 132-111, Saturday night at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. The Thunder won the fourth quarter by 14 points to take control of a game with 23 lead changes.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21

Four players ejected after huge Thunder-Wizards fight

Four players were ejected Saturday after the Oklahoma City Thunder and Washington Wizards got into a wild fight during their game.

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fires back at critics of his free throws

Jared McCain helping on both ends as rolling Thunder take on Wizards

Wizards’ Trae Young likely done for season

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / March 21

Carmelo Anthony Casts Doubt Over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Future in OKC

If someone asked you about one of the best basketball players in the world, you would mention Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s name. That’s the kind of impact the 27-year-old has had on the NBA lately.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / March 21

The OKC Thunder Have Turned a Weakness Into a Strength

The Oklahoma City Thunder have seemingly turned a crucial problem into an actual advantage. En route to bringing home their first-ever NBA Championship to Oklahoma City.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Final Injury Report for Thunder-Wizards: Will Isaiah Hartenstein, Trae Young Play?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the road on Saturday night as they travel to take on the Washington Wizards in an interconference matchup. Oklahoma City enters Saturday’s game with a 55-15 record after defeating the Brooklyn Nets on the road on Wednesday night to extend their winning streak to 10 games.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / March 21

When Jalen Williams Could Make his Return for OKC Thunder

After dealing with an extensive list of injuries for the entirety of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder is finally getting healthy. Isaiah Hartenstein is managing his soleus injury, but is back in the lineup.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

Oklahoma City Thunder Face Backlash After Skipping White House Visit Over Questionable Reason

The Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA title last year and are on course to do it again. Despite the likes of Jaylen Brown accusing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of ‘manipulating’ the game, the team is on a rampage at the moment.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fires back at critics of his free throws

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has acquired a reputation for baiting referees into calling fouls against him, and he responded to that in a new interview.

Thunder putting together another impressive win streak after beating the Nets

Horrendous first half sets tone for Nets in blowout loss to Thunder

Jared McCain showing Thunder made best trade of the season

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / March 21

NBA champion Thunder won't visit White House

The reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder will not visit the White House during their trip to the nation's capital this weekend.

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fires back at critics of his free throws

Jared McCain showing Thunder made best trade of the season

First team in Eastern Conference clinches playoff spot

Warriors veteran center exits Friday's game with back soreness

Pacers' Ivica Zubac to miss rest of season with fractured rib

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 20

Thunder’s Mark Daigneault reveals key area Jared McCain has bought in following surprise trade

The Oklahoma City Thunder haven’t lacked depth while defending their title this season. Yet, general manager Sam Presti managed to add another impact bench piece in Jared McCain at the trade deadline.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

Thunder’s Northwest Division Title Sets Expectations for OKC

Another year, another Northwest Division title for the Oklahoma City Thunder. While this isn’t the season that many fans expected it to be, it’s still impressive as it can be.

Jared McCain News / Yardbarker / March 19

Jared McCain showing Thunder made best trade of the season

The Oklahoma City Thunder were already the favorites to win a second straight NBA title. Then they filled their biggest need by trading for sharpshooting guard Jared McCain for a bargain price.

Horrendous first half sets tone for Nets in blowout loss to Thunder

Thunder putting together another impressive win streak after beating the Nets

If the shoe fits: OKC's Alex Caruso gets technical foul for sneaky play

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander keeps two streaks alive

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NBA News / Yardbarker / March 19

Thunder putting together another impressive win streak after beating the Nets

No stranger to winning, the Oklahoma City Thunder accomplished something for the second time that's rare for most teams to put together even once throughout a season.

Horrendous first half sets tone for Nets in blowout loss to Thunder

Nets get roasted for their horrific 24-point half against the Thunder

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander keeps two streaks alive

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / March 18

Thunder clinch playoff spot, keep rolling toward top seed

The Thunder are in. And they’re not slowing down. Oklahoma City became the first team to clinch a playoff spot with a 113-108 win over Orlando, improving to an NBA-best 54-15.