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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 21
NBA Rumors: Thunder, Lu Dort, Celtics, Mitchell Robinson, Bulls
The Thunder have so much depth that they may end up moving a very good player. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, rival executives expect Oklahoma City to exercise its team option on Lu Dort and then gauge the trade market.
Luguentz Dort News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
Notable update emerges about Luguentz Dort’s future
There appears to be some good news and bad news for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort. The Thunder are expected to pick up their $17.2 million team option for next season on the veteran Dort, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported on Saturday.
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Can Ajay Mitchell Have A Similar Third-Year Leap As OKC Thunder Stars?
The rising star has some big shoes to fill. Ajay Mitchell is the newest big thing in Oklahoma City basketball, as he has shown he is a star in the making.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
Thomas Sorber News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / June 20
Does Thomas Sorber Have Path to All-Rookie Team Next Season?
Oklahoma City has a rookie still waiting for action, and there’s a chance he could stand out next season. The Thunder will be spending the next few weeks making moves and looking to build the ideal roster for another deep postseason run in 2027.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 20
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gift has Jared McCain thanking God for trade deadline
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain remains grateful for his trade from the Philadelphia 76ers, which he’s made clear before, but a gift from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had him doubling down.
Isaiah Joe Could Be an Odd Man Out for OKC Thunder
Isaiah Joe has been a constant contributor to the Oklahoma City Thunder since the moment he stepped on the floor in a big moment for the first time in a 2022 regular-season game against the Dallas Mavericks.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 20
Why Thunder’s Jared McCain didn’t ask for Victor Wembanyama’s jersey during WCF
In the closing moments of a 127-114 win in Game 5, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain was fouled hard by San Antonio Spurs veteran Bismack Biyombo, which appeared to be an order called upon by All-Star Victor Wembanyama, who put the hit out.
Jared McCain News / Bleacher Report / June 20
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Continues To Develop His Elite Playmaking Ability
The MVP shows that he can continue to improve year by year. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has dominated the league the past couple of seasons and has back-to-back Most Valuable Player awards to show for it.
3 Realistic Trade-Up Scenarios for the OKC Thunder in the NBA Draft
The 2026 NBA Draft is just days away, and the Thunder are gearing up with multiple picks to make a splash. OKC is historically a highly active team on draft-night, assessing all the options for moving up, down or out.
Jared McCain Could be in Multiple Award Races for OKC Thunder Next Season
Oklahoma City has plenty of intriguing storylines for next season, and one of its newest players could be in the mix for a couple of awards. The next few weeks around the NBA will consist of big changes and numerous moves as teams navigate their situations and many look to improve ahead of next season.
The Thunder Must Balance Their Present and Future Next Season
Oklahoma City will have a bigger challenge than just competing next year. The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of one of the most anticipated times of the offseason, the NBA Draft.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19
4 first-round prospects linked to Thunder ahead of 2026 draft
With various reports indicating Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is looking to move up in the 2026 NBA Draft, there are a plethora of prospects linked to the 2025 champion ahead of next week’s draft.
Will OKC Thunder Have Only One Threat in West Next Season?
Oklahoma City is looking to have a successful offseason to get back to the top of the NBA next season, and it may only have one threat to watch for in the West.
Every 2026 Draft Pick the OKC Thunder Owns and how it can use them
The Oklahoma City Thunder are always one of the more interesting teams at every NBA Draft, not only consistently hitting on talented prospects, but making moves while doing so.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19
Thunder’s perfect No. 12 pick trade in 2026 NBA Draft to help win another title
The Oklahoma City Thunder have spent the better part of the last half-decade building what many around the league consider the NBA’s next great dynasty.
Could OKC Thunder Offseason Shake Up Jaylin Williams' Role?
This offseason could shake things up for certain Thunder players. After falling short this past season, the Oklahoma City Thunder are doing everything they can to put themselves in the best position to take the title once again next year.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker / June 16
Nike hoping two-time NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will save struggling basketball brand
Nike has added another NBA MVP to its basketball roster.
Chet Holmgren News / Hoops Wire / June 16
NBA Rumors: Thunder, Chet Holmgren, Grizzlies, Hornets, draft
If anyone thought the Thunder might be willing to move Chet Holmgren after his rough finish in the Western Conference finals, think again. According to Zach Lowe of The Ringer, Oklahoma City has been making it known around the league that Holmgren is not available in trade talks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / FortyEightMinutes / June 16
Giannis Saga Could End With Paul George-To-Thunder Type Trade
The Heat and Celtics have dominated the rumor mill in regard to Giannis Antetokounmpo trades, but they aren’t the only horses in the race despite his apparent interest in the two franchises.
Nikola Topic News / Field Level Media / June 14
Thunder's Nikola Topic (back) expected to be ready for 2026-27 season
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic is expected to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing what the team called a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure.
Nikola Topic News / Hoops Rumors / June 13
Nikola Topic Undergoes Back Procedure, Expected To Be Ready For Training Camp
Nikola Topic underwent a minimally invasive surgical procedure on his spine, the Thunder announced Saturday. The second-year guard won’t be available for Summer League, but the team expects him to be healthy when training camp opens in late September.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8
Sam Presti addresses Chet Holmgren’s future
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti made clear how committed the organization is to embattled center Chet Holmgren. Holmgren has faced questions about his future after he was thoroughly erased by Victor Wembanyama during the team’s loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
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