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Thunder still playing like champs, get 1st shot at Timberwolves since playoffs

The Oklahoma City Thunder haven't displayed any signs of a championship hangover through the first month of the season. The Thunder enter Wednesday's home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, an NBA Cup matchup, on a nine-game winning streak and with an NBA-best 17-1 record.

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Rachel Nichols Calls NBA MVP a Three-Horse Race, Names Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as Her Early-Season Favorite

As competitive as the matchups have been in each conference with one-fourth of the NBA season gone, the MVP race is heating up to unprecedented levels.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 25

Cason Wallace Gaining Valuable Full-Time Starting Experience for OKC Thunder

There was a point in time during Oklahoma City’s rebuild where rookies had a full runway to develop on the court in real games. Often times, they were given a chance to start early on, and remain in the starting lineup for valuable reps.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Thunder Announce Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News on Tuesday

The Oklahoma City Thunder still look like the team to beat in the NBA. Fresh off winning the 2025 NBA title, the Thunder remain as dominant as ever with point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the way.

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How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 25

NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Trio of NCAA Prospects in Round 1

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a very unique position. OKC holds a 17-1 record, one of the 10 best starts in NBA history, and has the potential to receive a top-10 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 25

Home-Court Advantage Gives OKC Thunder Clear NBA Cup Path to Vegas

Oklahoma City has arguably the best home-court advantage in the league, and that could easily come into play during its NBA Cup run. On Wednesday night, the Thunder will play in their third game of the 2025 NBA Cup group stage, facing the Minnesota Timberwolves for the first time this season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 25

OKC Thunder has Gone Beyond just Winning Games

For the first 18 games of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder have been firing on all cylinders. They have had one of the best starts in NBA history as they are 17-1 on the season, dropping their only game by just two points.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / November 25

Richard Jefferson claims OKC Thunder could lose NBA championship if they chase 73-9 Warriors record

Richard Jefferson thinks the OKC Thunder have to choose between making history and winning championships. The Oklahoma City Thunder are riding high this season, starting things off by going 17-1 to begin the season, the best in the NBA so far.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 24

OKC Thunder Make History Again During Fast Start

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been on a historic pace this season. They sit atop the NBA with a 17-1 record following a 68 win campaign in the 2024-25 season that ended with their first championship in team history.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 24

What’s One Big Question Surrounding OKC Thunder?

Nearly a month into the season, we’re starting to have a good idea of what each NBA team brings to the table. Of course, teams can go on big runs and figure things out as the year wears on, but to some degree, we can tell what teams are serious.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 24

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell, Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA players of week

Donovan Mitchell is back in the spotlight, and the Cavaliers will happily take it. The Cavs’ All-Star guard has been named the NBA’s Eastern Conference Player of the Week after averaging 31.8 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.0 assists in a 3-1 stretch.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 24

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Donovan Mitchell named NBA Players of the Week

Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / November 24

NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Lakers, Deandre Ayton, Grizzlies

The Thunder just keep rolling. Even without Jalen Williams, OKC crushed Portland on Sunday and moved to an outrageous 17-1. But Williams’ early-season absence comes with a financial twist.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 24

OKC Thunder Boast a Pair of the NBA's Most Impactful Defenders

The Oklahoma City Thunder's defense continues to be one of the most impressive units in the NBA. After helping the team to a 68-win regular season and an NBA title in 2024-25, the group doesn't seem to have missed a beat again to start the 2025-26 campaign.

Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 24

How Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams’ extended injury absence cost him millions

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams missed his 18th consecutive game of the regular season due to a wrist injury, forfeiting his eligibility for postseason awards, and a hefty performance bonus.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 24

Why Mark Daigneault wants Chris Paul to be an example for Thunder’s Chet Holmgren

OKLAHOMA CITY — In light of Los Angeles Clippers’ Chris Paul announcing his retirement at the end of the season, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault took time to share how the future Hall of Fame guard is an excellent example for Chet Holmgren.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 24

'He Has Been a Professional the Whole Time' – Oklahoma City Thunder Role Player Gets Plaudits for Perfect Night Vs. Portland Trail Blazers

The Oklahoma City Thunder avenged their lone loss of the 2025-26 campaign with a 122-95 blowout win against the Portland Trail Blazers last night, as every player contributed to the blowout victory.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / November 23

OKC Thunder Star Jalen Williams Misses Out On Potential $48 Million Contract Bonus With Latest Bad News

The Oklahoma City Thunder have played all games this season without their young star Jalen Williams, who earned his first All-Star appearance last season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / November 23

Thunder crush Blazers, avenge lone loss of season

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder extend their winning streak to nine with a 122-95 home victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday The Trail Blazers are the only team to beat the Thunder this season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 23

Mark Daigneault sets the record straight on Thunder’s injury timetables

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault set the record straight on whether his team’s success and depth delay specific timetables for his players’ injury recoveries.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / November 22

Thunder look to avenge lone loss in clash with Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers are the only team to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder so far this season. The teams will meet for the second time this season Sunday in Oklahoma City.

Sam Presti News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Top 5 Thunder Trades Engineered by Sam Presti

Sam Presti is one of the basketball geniuses off the court, and his brilliance has seen Thunder trades that shaped the franchise’s success. From trades that shocked the NBA world, to actually showing that Oklahoma City is a bastion of notable transactions that resulted in the league’s success.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Chet Holmgren is Unlocking His Bigger Game for the Thunder

Chet Holmgren is expanding his game as the Thunder continue to rise while also stocking up for his case for the DPOY this season. OKC is increasing his usage, with Jalen Williams yet to return to action. All signs point to further growth for Chet, and this is just OKC’s 16th game overall.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / November 20

The Thunder’s Dominance is Sustainable Long Term

The Oklahoma City Thunder were supposed to come back down to earth. After their stunning championship run a year ago, the youngest team ever to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy, many thought regression was inevitable.

Chet Holmgren News / The Lead / November 20

Chet Holmgren Has Taken an All-NBA Leap

Coming off a historically remarkable defensive playoffs, Chet Holmgren is starting the 2025-26 season with a bang. His offense has reached a new level this year, averaging a career-high 20.0 points per game, shooting 38.5% from three, and nearly 60% from the field.