-
-
Follow Us
-
On Facebook
On Flipboard
Free Newsletters
On YouTube
Oklahoma City Thunder News / HITC / June 1
Kendrick Perkins makes ruthless Chet Holmgren call after Western Conference Finals collapse
Chet Holmgren entered the Western Conference Finals viewed as Oklahoma City’s core. After the Thunder missed the Finals, that certainty has been tested.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / June 1
4 Harsh Moves The Thunder Must Make In The 2026 Offseason: Lu Dort Could Be Gone
The Thunder were not just a team that came close. They went 64-18, finished with the best record in the West, had the best net rating in the league, and still lost before the NBA Finals.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1
Thunder’s best Trey Murphy III trade offer after Bill Simmons teases possibility
The Oklahoma City Thunder possess two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and an elite supporting cast. They have a respected coaching staff and a treasure chest of draft capital.
The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to make at least 10 three-pointers in the same game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / June 1
Thunder Could Face $80 Million Luxury Tax Hit If They Keep No. 12 And No. 17 Picks
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti is one of the best executives around and has rightly earned a whole lot of praise for putting together a juggernaut of a team in recent years.
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.
Aaron Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1
3 best Aaron Wiggins trade destinations as Thunder look to clear salary
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s depth was unmatched this season. The team legitimately had 13 or 14 players who would be in almost every team’s rotation around the league.
OKC Thunder Have Crucial Lu Dort Decision to Make in Offseason
The 2026 NBA offseason is the first true roadblock in the Oklahoma City Thunder's quest to return to the NBA mountaintop after being one win away from a second consecutive Finals appearance.
Chet Holmgren News / Trade Talk Sports / June 1
Thunder Trading Chet Holmgren No Longer Out of the Question?
Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals was a nightmare for Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The big man struggled in particular, finishing with four points and four rebounds on just 1-for-2 shooting, seeming somewhat intimidated by Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs’ aggressive, physical defense.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / June 1
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Tells the Truth on the 'Worst Version' of Chet Holmgren
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is standing behind Chet Holmgren following the Oklahoma City Thunder's playoff exit. The defending champions fell to the San Antonio Spurs 111-103 in Game 7 of the 2026 NBA Western Conference finals.
Cason Wallace News / 5 GOATs / June 1
Cason Wallace addresses his future with Thunder, states he is ‘not money-driven’
Cason Wallace had some interesting things to say regarding his future with the Oklahoma City Thunder following the team’s elimination. The reigning NBA champions lost Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals at home to the San Antonio Spurs.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Total Pro Sports / June 1
Isaiah Hartenstein Sends Heartfelt Message to Knicks After Their Remarkable Run to the NBA Finals
The Oklahoma City Thunder suffered a heartbreak. Trying to carry on the good work from last year, the team wanted to clinch a back-to-back championship.
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / AirJordanChronicles / June 1
'As Injured as We Were': Jalen Williams Explains What Makes Thunder Different
As great as the San Antonio Spurs were, the short-handed OKC Thunder were still the favorites to win the Western Conference Finals series. According to
NBA News / EssentiallySports / June 1
LeBron James’ Agent Says Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant 'Sold Calls' Just Like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
As elite of a primary play creator as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is, his reputation on the court isn’t exactly squeaky clean. Think back to all the times the Oklahoma City Thunder player was accused of faking contact, flopping, and foul-baiting.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / June 1
The NBA's New Rivalry Has Been Solidified With Western Conference Finals Conclusion
This Western Conference rivalry is officially in full swing. The Oklahoma City Thunder’s season ended sooner than they would have liked, as the San Antonio Spurs took Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals 111-103.
Evan Mobley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1
Thunder’s best Evan Mobley trade offer to Cavs after conference finals exits
The Oklahoma City Thunder spent years building the NBA’s gold standard for sustainable contention. Yet for all their brilliance, the 2026 postseason ended with a painful realization.
Cason Wallace News / EssentiallySports / June 1
Cason Wallace Sparks Questions About His Future With Post Elimination Message to Thunder
Over the past few years, the Oklahoma City Thunder have built impressive depth through additions such as Alex Caruso, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren.
Jared McCain News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1
Thunder’s Jared McCain opens up on SGA’s meaningful off-court gesture
This Oklahoma City Thunder team must have expected themselves to be back in the NBA Finals to get an opportunity to defend their title, but there will be no repeat champion after the San Antonio Spurs took care of business in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, 111-103.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1
SGA speaks out on Chet Holmgren after losing Western Conference Finals
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has not wavered in his support of his Oklahoma City Thunder teammate Chet Holmgren. Fans piled on Holmgren for looking like a shell of himself against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 1
Victor Wembanyama's dunk made Chet Holmgren disappear in Game 7
After really impressive dunks, people say the dunker put the defender on a poster. Victor Wembanyama's Game 7 dunk put Chet Holmgren on a missing person poster.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / May 31
Thunder are being linked to 1 NBA All-Star big man
The Oklahoma City Thunder may already be plotting after their championship defense came up short. Oklahoma City is being linked to Cleveland Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley, Sam Amick of The Athletic reported on Sunday.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 31
Hartenstein, Dort, K. Williams Hope To Stay With Thunder
Oklahoma City was unable to defend its championship in 2025/26, having been eliminated by San Antonio on Saturday night in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1
SGA had the perfect quote about Thunder’s offseason
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is taking a hands-off approach when it comes to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s upcoming offseason. Gilgeous-Alexander was inevitably asked what the Thunder need to do this summer following their Game 7 elimination Saturday at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs.
Victor Wembanyama News / Yardbarker / May 31
Victor Wembanyama sends strong message to NBA after Spurs reach Finals
All eyes will be on Wembanyama when the Spurs hit the floor on Wednesday against the Knicks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 31
Will shocking playoff exit change Thunder's stance on Giannis Antetokounmpo?
The Thunder have failed to defend their title after losing two straight games to the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Will the surprising playoff exit alter the team's offseason playoff plans?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Hoops Wire / May 31
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on Thunder roster decisions: ‘I will give zero input’
The Thunder’s season ended one win short of the NBA Finals. That doesn’t mean Shai Gilgeous-Alexander plans to spend the summer helping run the front office.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / May 30
Jalen Williams could be available for NBA Finals if Thunder advance
Oklahoma City star Jalen Williams might be available for the NBA Finals should the Thunder advance, coach Mark Daigneault said prior to Saturday's Game 7 at home against the San Antonio Spurs.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT
SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
JOBS
FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.