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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.
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?
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.
Jared McCain News / Bleacher Report / June 20
NBA News / EssentiallySports / June 20
‘I Was Going to Ask for His Jersey’: Jared McCain Says Victor Wembanyama 'Sent a Hit' on Him During WCF Game
With the NBA Finals having a historic undertone, it was easy to forget that the Western Conference Finals were a thriller straight out of a movie. If that movie were a mob drama.
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.
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.
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.
OKC Thunder Must Prioritize Short-Term Success in Isaiah Hartenstein Decision
This offseason will feature big decisions for Oklahoma City, but it can’t get too caught up in the long-term picture. The Thunder will soon be making some moves to build next season’s roster as they look to get back to the top of the NBA mountain.
Ranking the OKC Thunder's Biggest Needs Before the NBA Draft
The OKC Thunder, already one of the more talent-rich teams in the league despite a Western Conference Finals loss, have two mid-first picks at the 2026 NBA Draft.
OKC Thunder Could be Wise to Bet on Cason Wallace's Outside Shooting
Oklahoma City has some big decisions to make this summer, and Cason Wallace’s extension may be at the top of the list. The Thunder’s offseason will slowly ramp up over the next few days, with the NBA Draft kicking off next week and a slew of free agency decisions to follow.
The OKC Thunder Look To Continue Defensive Dominance In The Paint Next Season
Oklahoma City is looking to lock down the paint once again next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder has earned the reputation as one of the best defensive teams in the entire league, and is looking to uphold that standard once again next season.
OKC Thunder NBA Mock Draft 1.0: Who OKC Targets With Every Pick
In the new era of Thunder basketball, the front office has sought a very specific player archetype in each draft, valuing high feel for the game, defense, positional size and versatility and more.
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.
Luguentz Dort News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16
NBA Insider delivers harsh truth about Lu Dort’s future with Thunder
While Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is dedicated to bringing back Lu Dort and his other free agent for the 2026-27 season, the harsh reality is that both sides could go their separate ways over the summer.
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 / Hoops Wire / June 9
Thunder GM Sam Presti backs Chet Holmgren, talks offseason
Thunder general manager Sam Presti isn’t worried about Chet Holmgren. Despite criticism directed at Holmgren following Oklahoma City’s loss to the Spurs in the Western Conference finals, Presti publicly backed the young big man during his end-of-season press conference.
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.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Larry Brown Sports / June 6
Thunder have reportedly made a decision on one key player
One Oklahoma City Thunder player probably will not have to clean out his locker this offseason. Thunder big man Isaiah Hartenstein is “very likely” to remain with the team, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported this week.
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