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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / The Lead / September 6
Seven Years Later, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Won the Trade
When the Los Angeles Clippers dealt a 20-year-old Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the move seemed like the ultimate push to put the Clippers in championship contention.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 6
OKC Thunder Reportedly Doing Early 2027 NBA Draft Scouting Overseas
The NBA Draft has helped build Oklahoma City into a regular contender. After two years of less than 25 wins, the team's draft picks helped turn the tides and lead the Thunder to an NBA title.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 6
Jared McCain's Importance to OKC Thunder Flying Under the Radar
Oklahoma City underwent some changes this offseason, and it’s only made Jared McCain a more important piece. Over the past couple of months, the Thunder have undergone some changes as they duck the second apron and prepare for another run at an NBA title in 2026-27.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / September 6
'I’ll Fry You': Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Challenges Chris Paul Amid Retirement Vacation With Russell Westbrook
Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook just proved that retirement doesn’t mean the competitive drive fades. It just moves to open water. The future Hall of Famers sparked a social media frenzy after sharing clips from their joint European yacht vacation, just few days after Brodie’s retirement.
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 / September 5
The Thunder Have Important Questions To Answer This Coming Season
There are many questions surrounding the Thunder’s season this year. Between the roster shakeup this offseason and the journey of getting back to the NBA Finals, the Thunder have a lot of uncertainties going into this upcoming season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 4
Thunder Rookies Could Give OKC Midseason Boost
Oklahoma City made some changes this offseason, and those moves could result in some interesting midseason lineups. Next season, the Thunder will be looking to climb their way back to the top of the NBA mountain after falling short in 2026.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 4
Luka Doncic catches stray in insider’s ‘mix it up’ take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder are out to reclaim the throne they relinquished to the New York Knicks last season. With the core of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander,
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 4
Jalen Williams headlines 3 Thunder NBA 2K27 player ratings that will definitely need major update this season
The Oklahoma City Thunder are entering the 2026-27 season as one of the best teams in the association even after trading away three valuable members of their championship-winning squad in 2025.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 3
The Thunder Must Keep Their Main Goal In Mind Next Season
The Thunder must keep their priorities straight as this coming season stretches on. OKC is entering this season with a lot to prove as they try to get back to the NBA Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 3
OKC's Postseason Shortcomings Could Help Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Win Another MVP
Oklahoma City’s superstar is looking to make history, and his team’s failure to stay on top last season could help him. Last season, the Thunder’s title defense came to an end in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals.
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 / September 2
OKC Thunder Looking To Get Back On Right Side Of One Of NBA's Best Rivalries
One of the best clashes of next season will feature the Thunder. Basketball is best when some of the best teams are playing, and luckily for OKC fans, the Thunder make up half of the formula.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 2
OKC Thunder Superstar Announces 'SGA Foundation' Ahead of 2026-27 Season
The start of the Oklahoma City Thunder's 2026 season is around a month away. OKC kicks off the preseason on Oct. 6 against the New Orleans Pelicans in Tulsa and will begin the regular season on Oct.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 2
Recent OKC Thunder First-Round Picks Have Pressure to Perform Next Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set for another season, and they’ll need some contributions from some of their youngest players. After an offseason filled with change that saw the Thunder send out some key contributors, next season will be an intriguing one for their recent draft picks.
Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 1
Jalen Williams isn’t picking any sibling duo over himself and brother Cody
Jalen Williams may be loyal to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but he is even more loyal to his brother Cody. A viral video is circulating in which Jalen is staking his claim that he and Cody are the best brother duo in the NBA right now, per Nice Kicks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 1
OKC Thunder Rookie Aday Mara Stars for Spain in FIBA Competition
Following a loss in the Western Conference Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder didn't make any big additions over the offseason. The only new pieces on OKC's roster are a pair of players that Sam Presti and company selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft to replenish the team's stockpile of young talent.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / August 31
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander may have another way to make life difficult for NBA
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander already scores plenty. Perhaps the next step is simply figuring out where some of those points come from. As Ivan White of NBA on SI noted, Gilgeous-Alexander actually became more accurate from beyond the arc last season while shooting fewer threes.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 27
Thunder Or Spurs: Who Really Has The Best Team In The West?
For basically the last two years, the Oklahoma City Thunder had the easiest argument as the best team in the West. They won the 2025 championship, came back with another 64-18 season, and finished 2025-26 with the best net rating in all of basketball at +11.1.
Kyle Singler News / HITC / August 27
‘No freedom anymore…’ Former NBA and Duke star blasts Coach K in alarming videos on social media
Kyle Singler, who was a standout at Duke, has slammed former head coach Mike Krzyzewski for putting him in a difficult position. Singler had a brief career in the NBA following his stint at Duke, playing for the Detroit Pistons and the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / August 26
'This Situation Is So Heartbreaking': NBA World Calls for Help After Ex-Thunder Star’s New Video Stuns Internet
This is happening again. The basketball world is growing concerned about former Duke and Oklahoma City Thunder player Kyle Singler following a series of troubling social media videos.
Spencer Jones 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.
Chet Holmgren News / Fadeaway World / August 20
Thunder Star Chet Holmgren Opens Up On The 2026-27 Season, His NBA 2K Rating, And His Ideal All-Time Teammate
Oklahoma City Thunder star Chet Holmgren has accomplished a lot in three active seasons. As a one-time All-Star, All-NBA player, and NBA champion, he’s already proven himself as one of the game’s elite centers.
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.
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.
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.
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