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NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 19

The MVP Race Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Race To Lose

The MVP is looking to defend his throne. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claimed his first-ever MVP last season, after leading the Thunder to the best record in the league, and displaying some of the best stats in the league.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / February 19

Who are the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Biggest Threats Post All-Star Break?

With the NBA back in action tonight and Oklahoma City returning to action tomorrow, the Thunder leads the league in wins for a second straight season, but the gap from the rest of the pack narrows coming out of the All-Star break.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Total Pro Sports / February 19

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Daps Up Karl-Anthony Towns Then Hilariously Breaks Out A Free Throw Routine

While the Oklahoma City Thunder’s dream of beating the Golden State Warriors’ regular-season wins record has long been unattainable, they are still the team to beat, all thanks to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s brilliance.

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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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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 18

Darius Acuff Jr. the best CBB guard Calipari has coached

Best college guard John Calipari has coached?: Arkansas' Darius Acuff Jr. deserves high praise after 49-point performance

Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari has coached many elite guards throughout his 34-year collegiate coaching career.

Could shocking loss to Creighton be a wake-up call for No. 5 UConn?

It's well past time for UCLA HC Mick Cronin to begin treating his players with much more respect

Iowa Hawkeyes make formal apology to Nebraska HC Fred Hoiberg

Texas Tech dealt probable fatal blow to national title hopes with JT Toppin injury

Jon Scheyer speaks out after district attorney denies claims about UNC court-storming: 'I know what I saw'

NCAA deserves to be under fire for chaos of its own making in college basketball

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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 18

Jared McCain's Background Could Help Bolster OKC Thunder Offense

The Oklahoma City Thunder hit a home run by trading for the No. 16 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft Jared McCain at the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline. A year ago, McCain looked to be the front runner for the Rookie of the Year honor before his freshman campaign was cut short due to a torn meniscus.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 18

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren points to health when asked about Nuggets’ growth

Amidst his first appearance at All-Star weekend, a reporter asked Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren about the growth he’s seen in the Denver Nuggets.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 18

NBA Expansion No Concern For OKC Thunder

Since relocating to Oklahoma City in 2008, the Thunder have transformed into one of the best brands in basketball during this modern era. Against all odds, the Bricktown Ballers have built two different sustained runs of title contention basketball in one of the league's smallest markets.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / February 18

What Chet Holmgren's First All-Star Nod Could Mean for OKC Thunder

The NBA All-Star break is nearly behind us. The NBA starts up games on Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder return to action on Friday night. In the second half of the season, do not be surprised if you see a new version of Chet Holmgren.

NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Two Veteran Prospects in Top 20

At one point this season, it appeared as though the Oklahoma City Thunder would land one of the premier picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. OKC has the rights to the LA Clippers' first-round selection this summer, and Tyronn Lue's team started the season with a 6-21 record.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Should the OKC Thunder’s Starters Get a Revamp?

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s starters are facing criticism heading into the second half of the season. But can they still improve at this point? We’ve seen how the team has struggled to come up with wins heading into the All-Star Break.

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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 / LWOSports.com / February 18

Comparing This Year’s OKC Thunder Team To Last Year’s Championship Team At The Break!

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of their midseason break, which comes at a much-needed time, as these eight days off will allow them to rest and replenish their depth before they return to the court on Friday against the Brooklyn Nets.

Isaiah Joe News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Isaiah Joe’s Consistency is a Good Sign for OKC

While the Thunder struggled in the final games before the All-Star Break, there are still some positives to look out for heading into the second half of the season.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / February 18

Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander addresses Michael Jordan comparisons

Over the past two-plus seasons, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has built a resume that demands attention. His performance has also led to some lofty comparisons.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.