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Which Thunder Player Has The Highest Ceiling This Year?

Who has the potential to be the best on the Thunder’s roster? Oklahoma City has yet another loaded roster going into next season and has the ability to see multiple players show out over the course of the year.

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3 young Thunder players most likely to emerge in 2026-27

Only the Oklahoma City Thunder could trade three rotation players, including a veteran starter, in exchange for draft capital and still be considered the deepest team in the NBA.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 28

How Can Nikola Topic Break Into OKC Thunder Rotation?

Nikola Topic was widely regarded as a top-five prospect in the 2024 NBA Draft class before going down with an ACL tear late in the cycle. That did not prevent the Oklahoma City Thunder from selecting the Serbian point guard in the lottery with the 12th-overall selection.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Fadeaway World / August 28

Why NBA Experts Cast Doubt On Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP Odds In 2027

With September just a few days away, the new NBA season is quickly approaching, and discussions have already begun on what we might expect for the 2026-27 campaign.

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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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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 28

OKC Thunder Have Earned Unique Luxury With Future Picks

Oklahoma City has been one of the league’s best teams over the past few years, and it’s taken a certain type of pressure off its front office. Over the past few years, Oklahoma City has risen from being a fun up-and-coming team to a young squad that looks ready to contend for the better part of the next decade.

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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 27

Are The Thunder Truly Prepared For The Future?

The Thunder don’t seem to be going anywhere over the next couple of years. The Oklahoma City Thunder are no doubt one of the best teams in the league and have a great shot at securing the organization's second-ever championship this upcoming season.

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.

Alex Caruso News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

A Bigger Regular Season Role For Alex Caruso Could Land Him Hardware Next Season

An Oklahoma City veteran could be looking to bring some hardware home this coming season. The Oklahoma City Thunder have been no strangers to awards and recognition, as the roster has been full of players who have been some of the best in every category.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

OKC Thunder Must Value Home-Court Advantage Again in 2026-27

The Oklahoma City Thunder might be ready to take the regular season a bit more lightly next season, but they would be wise to value getting home-court advantage again.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Which Upcoming Contract Extension is Most Important for OKC Thunder?

One of the Oklahoma City Thunder's best attributes over the past few years has been the team's depth. Even beyond a starting lineup that includes the reigning MVP and multiple All-Stars, OKC's bench unit was an asset during the Thunder's title run and once again in 2026.

Chet Holmgren News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Chet Holmgren Set For Scoring Leap in Year Four

Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren has improved each season he's played in the league, throughout all his injury troubles. Holmgren made his first All-Star Game in 2026, but another leap is on the way for the former No.

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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 / 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.

Nikola Topic News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 25

This Upcoming Season Could Decide Nikola Topic's Future With The Thunder

The Thunder’s young guard is going into his most important season to date. The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a rollercoaster of an offseason, as they added great young pieces through the draft, but unfortunately had to let go of valuable assets due to financial situations.

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

Ranking the Five-Best OKC Thunder Guards of All-Time

The Oklahoma City Thunder haven't been around as long as other recent NBA titans, though even in a short history its seen its fair share of all-time players.

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

OKC Thunder Should Avoid Making Key Mistake in Filling Final Roster Spot

The Oklahoma City Thunder have a big decision to make with their final roster spot, but it can’t rely on some midseason luck. Over the next few weeks, the Thunder will be finishing up their preparation for the start of a new season as they look to climb back to the top of the NBA mountain.

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

The OKC Thunder Have A Lot To Prove After Recent End-Of-Season Projection

One projection for next season doesn’t favor the Thunder. The Oklahoma City Thunder have gotten through a hectic offseason where the team had a major roster shake-up to keep the financial side of the franchise afloat.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Is Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander playing for Canada in upcoming FIBA window?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Canada to a 2-0 record in the previous window of the FIBA World Cup Americas Qualifiers after dominating Puerto Rico and Jamaica.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Thunder part ways with key member behind the scenes after 2 seasons

The Oklahoma City Thunder have undergone plenty of changes this offseason, with the front office being hard at work so the team could stay below the dreaded second apron.

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.

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

Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure

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.

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

The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16

The 'Most 3's-per-game in NBA history' quiz

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.