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Keeping West’s No. 1 Seed will be Crucial for OKC Thunder

After months, the Oklahoma City Thunder are finally getting an extended break. In sending players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and more to All-Star Weekend, the Thunder finally get a few precious days off from the grueling NBA schedule.

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Who are OKC Thunder's Biggest Challengers After the All-Star Break?

Coming into the 2025-26 NBA season, the Oklahoma City Thunder appeared to have the best chance at repeating as champions since the Golden State Warriors went back-to-back in 2017 and 2018.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 17

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren appreciates All-Star game showcasing ‘good brand of basketball’

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren reflected on his first All-Star Game during his postgame media availability. Holmgren discussed the competitiveness of the NBA’s new USA vs.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 17

Jaylin Williams Could be Critical to OKC Thunder's Post-All-Star Success

Oklahoma City is ready for the final stretch of the regular season, and its backup big man could play an integral role in where the Thunder end up in the standings.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 17

Where Does OKC Sit At The Break Compared To Last Year's Championship Team?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of their midseason break and are enjoying much-deserved time off before they hit the court once again on Friday. The OKC squad is sitting in the top spot of the West and has control of its own future.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 16

NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Two Five-Star Freshman in Top 20

The 2025-26 NBA season is more than halfway complete. With games paused for the next few days after the All-Star break, teams around the league are gearing up for the postseason.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 16

Consistency Defines Isaiah Joe's Season at the Break

When the Oklahoma City Thunder faced immense adversity, losing three top ball handlers in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ajay Mitchell and Jalen Williams to injury at similar times, the team needed someone to step up.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / February 16

Three (Pre-All-Star Break) Takeaways From The OKC Thunder

The injury bug has made its mark on the Oklahoma City Thunder, causing turmoil and affecting the team historically. Jalen Williams, Isaiah Hartenstein, Alex Caruso, Ajay Mitchell, and Aaron Wiggins have all missed significant time this season, and even Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has now missed the last five games heading into the NBA All-Star break.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 15

National Media Members Split on OKC Thunder's Position as Title Favorites

The Oklahoma City Thunder came into the 2025-26 NBA season as favorites to repeat as NBA champions. After a remarkable 2024-25 season and no significant losses over the offseason, there was plenty of reason to believe the group would be in prime position to hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy again.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 15

The biggest thing Thunder’s Chet Holmgren credits for All-Star leap

Ahead of his first All-Star appearance, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Chet Holmgren reflected on how he took his game to new heights during Meday Day on Saturday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 15

Nikola Topic Still in Early Stages of Return for OKC Thunder After Debut

Even after the final buzzer sound on Thursday's 110-93 blowout loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, the Oklahoma City Thunder had to take a second to smile. For good reason.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 15

What to Watch For in Chet Holmgren NBA All-Star Debut for OKC Thunder

NBA All-Star Weekend at first seemed to be must-see TV for everyone in Oklahoma City. Initially, Sixth man of the year Ajay Mitchell was tabbed as a Rising

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 15

OKC Thunder Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Discusses Chris Paul Retirement

Out of the blue about a quarter of the way through the season, what was supposed to be a grand farewell tour for an NBA icon turned into a trip cut far too short.

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Chet Holmgren News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 14

Chet Holmgren, Team All-Star compete in the All-Star Shooting Stars Challenge

Chet Holmgren participated in the first edition of the NBA's Shooting Stars challenge since 2015 during the NBA's All-Star Saturday night festivities at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

Jared McCain News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 14

How Jared McCain is already impacting Thunder’s offense

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain fits in with his new team from an individual standpoint, but his efforts on offense have an effect on the rest of his teammates, which has also stood out in his first week since the trade.

Jalen Williams News / Larry Brown Sports / February 13

Jalen Williams fires back at the criticisms of his contract

Jalen Williams is taking some time to address the haters this week. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard Williams spoke out on Friday against the criticisms of his large contract with the team.

Nikola Topic News / NBA Analysis Network / February 13

The Thunder drafted Nikola Topic 12th in 2024. He played his first NBA minutes Thursday night

Nikola Topic made his NBA debut Thursday night. The Thunder drafted him 12th overall in 2024. He missed his rookie season with a knee injury. He was diagnosed with testicular cancer in October 2025 and underwent surgery and chemotherapy.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 13

Bucks' under-the-radar deadline additions paying off already

Two under-the-radar acquisitions have lifted the Bucks to two big wins leading into the All-Star break.

NBA names Giannis Antetokounmpo's All-Star Game replacement

Bucks to keep options open on Giannis Antetokounmpo again in summer

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Nikola Topic News / Athlon Sports / February 12

NBA Reacts to Thunder Guard's Debut After Cancer Battle

It was a memorable moment for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Nikola Topic on Thursday. The No. 12 pick in 2024 made his NBA debut against the Milwaukee Bucks after battling a torn ACL injury last season, and he was diagnosed with testicular cancer before the start of the 2025-26 season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / February 12