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Bennett Stirtz Could See Himself In A Bigger Role After Solid Preseason Play

The OKC rookie could earn himself a bigger role with his play. The Oklahoma City Thunder have gotten one of their first previews of the season for their young talent, as they have completed two preseason games.

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This Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Stat Could Define OKC Thunder Season

On Wednesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder saw superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander make his preseason debut ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. The back-to-back NBA MVP, who is the driving force of one of the league's biggest title favorites, hardly needs the preseason practice run to be ready for the regular season.

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Can Aday Mara Continue His Preseason Dominance?

Can the Thunder’s standout rookie continue his stellar play? The Oklahoma City Thunder haven’t had the best start to the preseason, as the squad is 0-2 with losses to both the Pelicans and Bucks.

Jared McCain News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Jared McCain reveals how SGA’s off-ball move can help Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY — When Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain asked how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trains during the offseason, he was invited to join him in Toronto over the summer.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 8

OKC Thunder Star Forward Shines in Return in Preseason Action

Oklahoma City’s star forward returned to action, and he didn’t waste any time showcasing his skills. On Wednesday night, the Thunder hosted the Milwaukee Bucks in their second game of preseason action.

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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.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander puts Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama on notice

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spent the offseason training for a highly anticipated 2026-27 season and is now putting San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama and Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic on notice.

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WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Angel Reese's big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Angel Reese's latest big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

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NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets, Magic, Sean Sweeney

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently didn’t need much time to knock off the rust. The reigning MVP made his preseason debut Wednesday and went 5-of-5 from the field, 3-of-3 from beyond the arc and 4-of-4 at the line in just 17 minutes during Oklahoma City’s 128-126 loss to Milwaukee.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren’s NSFW reaction to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking heat off him for WCF loss to Spurs

In a recent interview, Oklahoma City Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren reflected on losing to the San Antonio Spurs in last season’s Western Conference Finals.

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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.

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In The Midst Of Mistakes, The Young Thunder Players Found Opportunities To Shine

Even with a lot of mistakes, OKC’s young core showed flashes of greatness. Oklahoma City kicked off its preseason slate on Tuesday night as the Thunder faced the New Orleans Pelicans in Tulsa.

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Aday Mara News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Why Aday Mara’s perfect night is a sign of trust in Thunder rookie

OKLAHOMA CITY — After an impressive NBA on the first leg of a back-to-back, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Aday Mara finished with 22 points on a perfect 10-for-10 shooting against the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Mark Daigneault shares honest assessment of Jalen Williams Thunder return from injury

OKLAHOMA CITY — In his first outing since missing Game 7 of last season’s Western Conference Finals, coach Mark Daigneault watched Jalen Williams shine in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 128-126 preseason loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Who Will Start for OKC Thunder vs. Bucks?

On the second night of a back-to-back the Oklahoma City Thunder are without starting big man Isaiah Hartenstein, All-NBA center Chet Holmgren, back up big man Jaylin Williams and youngsters Thomas Sorber and Nikola Topic.

Cason Wallace News / Fadeaway World / October 7

Cason Wallace Could Land $30 Million-Plus Annual Deal If He Enters Restricted Free Agency

The Oklahoma City Thunder were forced to make some tough roster decisions this offseason. With the second apron weighing down on them, the Thunder had to let go of several players, including vital rotation pieces like Lu Dort.