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Ranking the Top Five Defenders in OKC Thunder History

The Oklahoma City Thunder have created a culture of physical defense throughout the franchise's time in Oklahoma City. Each iteration of the team has had a gritty style with at least one elite defender, from the beginning with Serge Ibaka protecting the rim to now with Chet Holmgren rising each season.

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Watch Thunder’s Jalen Williams blindly rank his top 5 PEs

Jalen Williams is carrying his legacy on and off the NBA court. While in an otherwise offseason festivity, the Oklahoma City Thunder star shooting guard recently went for a blind ranking of his Adidas player edition shoes, or PEs.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 22

OKC Thunder Will Utilize Deep Center Rotation This Season

The Oklahoma City Thunder have prioritized stacking up on forwards and centers in the previous two NBA Drafts, selecting former Georgetown big Thomas Sorber with their first pick in 2025 and Michigan big Aday Mara with their first selection in 2026.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 21

Could Some Of The Thunder's Newest Additions Be Their Biggest Weapons?

Oklahoma City’s X factors for this season might not be the big names you expect. The Oklahoma City Thunder are preparing to go into next season as one of the favorites to take home the NBA Title, as they did during the 2024-25 season.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 21

Exclusive: Chet Holmgren chooses all-time NBA 2K27 teammates amid MyCareer Eras announcement

The release of NBA 2K27 is just around the corner, and that means everyone from casual gamers to NBA players will be locked into the new game trying to come out on top.

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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 / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 21

OKC Thunder in Best Position Yet to Have Three All-Stars in 2027

Oklahoma City will have high expectations again next season, and a big All-Star Weekend could follow. The Thunder have changed plenty throughout the offseason, sending some of their most notable regular season contributors out the door.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 21

Thunder are winning big by helping force the Nuggets decline

The Denver Nuggets took the Oklahoma City Thunder to seven games in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Since then, one of the Thunder's biggest rivals has gotten worse, and the Thunder directly benefit in multiple ways.

Cavaliers acquire Peyton Watson in multi-team trade with Nuggets, give him major contract

Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 21

4 Thunder storylines to look forward to in 2026-27

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and the Oklahoma City Thunder’s first title defense ended in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 20

OKC Thunder Star Poised for First Career Triple-Double Next Season

Oklahoma City’s star power should be on full display next season, and one of its stars should be in the mix for a statistical milestone. After last season featured Jalen Williams on the sideline for a myriad of wrist and hamstring issues, the All-NBA forward should be back and better than ever next season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 20

Ranking the Five Best OKC Thunder Centers of All-Time

The Thunder are one of the youngest teams in the NBA, though it has an illustrious history of winning spurred by some of the best talent. Coincidentally, most of that talent has come at the guard, wing or forward positions, with adaptable bigs plugging in for rebounding or more.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 19

The Thunder Shouldn't Worry If Early-Season Growing Pains Occur

There’s no reason for OKC to panic early next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to be in the pool of contenders next season, even after a roster shake-up that sent three OKC players to new teams.

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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.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 19

2027 Draft Picks Could be Key to Extending OKC Thunder Title Window

Oklahoma City looks ready to be a championship contender for the foreseeable future, and next summer could help maintain that status even longer. Over the past several years, the Thunder have been well-known for their stash of draft picks.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell Named UC Santa Barbara’s GM

Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell has been named the general manager of UC Santa Barbara’s men’s basketball program, the school announced in a press release.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / August 19

'I’m Fully Committed': 24-Year-Old NBA Champion Becomes GM in Return to Alma Mater Ahead of New Season

In a landmark move that deepens the connection between collegiate athletics and the professional ranks, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell has officially joined the UC Santa Barbara men’s basketball program as its new General Manager.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / August 19

‘Changed My Life In So Many Ways’: Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell On Taking Up GM Role With NCAA Alma Mater

The 24-year-old guard Ajay Mitchell, who won an NBA title with the Thunder in 2025, is officially stepping into the role of general manager of UC Santa Barbara’s basketball program.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 19

Thunder player lands GM job with college basketball program

Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti is widely regarded as one of the best in the business. He has maintained the success of the Thunder with his smart moves, forward-thinking approach, and bold vision.

Isaiah Hartenstein News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 18

Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein’s injury nukes big summer plans

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein will have to put his highly anticipated return to international basketball on hold after suffering an ankle injury that derailed his plans to play for Germany this summer.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14

Dennis Schroder approaching wild NBA record with latest trade

NBA teams seem to always want to have Dennis Schroder around. Just not for too long.

Hornets get much-needed point guard depth with Dennis Schroder trade

Bradley Beal's return to Clippers is another failed veteran opt-out

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13

Kevin Durant reacts to Russell Westbrook’s retirement

Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook spent the first portion of their careers linked together with the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Durant paid tribute to his former teammate Thursday after Westbrook announced his retirement.

Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / August 12

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

Westbrook's time as the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder for over a decade is what basketball fans will remember the nine-time All-Star for.

Westbrook had offers from two NBA teams before retirement

LeBron James sends message to Westbrook after retirement

DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup

Bam Adebayo being underrated now that Heat have their superstar

Tyrese Haliburton sends strong message about his health

Warriors GM fails to quell Steph Curry speculation with recent comments

Chet Holmgren News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Report: Thunder may trade Chet Holmgren in one scenario

Chet Holmgren may be playing for his future next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder could potentially trade their star big man Holmgren if he continues to struggle against rival center Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs, Zach Harper of The Athletic reported on Tuesday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / August 11