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Why Chet Holmgren Will Become OKC Thunder’s Third All-Star This Season

Oklahoma City has home grown star power, and that’s not something that’s been extremely common in the modern day NBA. Of course, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was traded after his rookie season, but his development and ascension has taken place in Oklahoma City.

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OKC Thunder 2024-25 Season in Review: Chet Holmgren

Sophomore center-forward Chet Holmgren played just 877 minutes across 32 regular-season games, missing 39 straight games from early November to early February with a right iliac hip fracture.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 30

OKC Thunder Entering New Chapter in 2025-26 Season

The 2025 NBA Finals marked the end of a 17-year journey for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Assortments of teams centered around Kevin Durant and/or Russell Westbrook came so close to the grand prize, but it wasn't until a historic rebuild shifted the tide to capturing its first-ever championship.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / August 30

Is Thunder Veteran’s DPOY Campaign For Real?

The driving force behind the Oklahoma City Thunder’s success is largely the titillating triumvirate of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren.

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SGA MVP Campaign: What Does the Star Guard Need to Improve?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander surely had a blockbuster season last year. Going up for a triple-MVP feat in the Thunder’s championship season is historic. The OKC guard won the season MVP, WCF MVP, and the Finals MVP in a single run.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / August 29

Jalen Williams Asserts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Had Finals MVP Locked Down Despite His Game 5 40-Point Outburst

When the OKC Thunder won the 2025 NBA Finals, it was a shoe-in that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander would be the Finals MVP. However, there were a few moments where it looked like SGA’s teammate Jalen Williams was just as deserving, especially after his big 40-point Game 5 performance.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 29

Jalen Williams Detailed How OKC Thunder Used Past Experiences to Win It All

For a long time, nobody truly believed in the Thunder. The team’s youth, lack of experience, and not enough star power was reason for disbelief. Even as the Thunder climbed the ranks during the regular season and took down great teams, the question still loomed about whether they could do it in the postseason.

Jalen Williams News / Fadeaway World / August 29

Jalen Williams Explains How To Save The NBA All-Star Game

Thunder swingman Jalen Williams made his first All-Star team last season, and he already has insight on how to fix it. With the event in decline, Williams described his experience while pointing out a major flaw in the format.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 29

OKC Thunder 2024-25 Season in Review: Luguentz Dort

Sixth-year guard-forward Luguentz Dort provided another steady campaign for the Oklahoma City Thunder last season. He played 2,073 minutes throughout 71 regular-season games (all starts) and 666 minutes across 23 playoff games (all starts), taking on the most difficult perimeter defensive assignment on a nightly basis.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Thunder’s Jalen Williams responds to Stephen A. Smith’s ‘inconsistent’ take

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams got a lot off his chest in a recent interview as the first-time champion reflected on his breakout season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Thunder’s Jalen Williams recalls Kawhi Leonard ‘busting your a**' moment

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams recalled the moment every rookie goes through that stays with them for a lifetime. After winning his first title, Williams agreed to a $287 million extension with the Thunder.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 29

Jalen Williams Recalls Getting Cooked By Kawhi Leonard In Rookie Season

Oklahoma City Thunder star and NBA champion Jalen Williams is widely regarded as one of the most talented young players in the league today. Coming off his third season, Williams has grown in stature as a player, but he still recalls some lessons from his rookie year that helped him grow.

Jalen Williams News / Fadeaway World / August 29

Jalen Williams Says Thunder Are Now 'The Hunted' After Breakout Season

Fresh off winning the NBA championship, Thunder star Jalen Williams reflected on the journey and the journey from being the hunters to becoming the hunted.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / August 29

Jalen Williams Breaks Down How Kobe Bryant and Andre Miller Inspired His Game

Basketball is a game that is learned not just on the hardwood, but watching tape. Every player remembers the guy who they loved watching as a kid because they would attempt to model their game after them when they got to the show.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / August 28

Thunder Coach Mark Daigneault Hilariously Berated Jalen Williams For Giving Up 9 Shots To Kawhi Leonard

Every basketball player remembers their “Welcome to the NBA moment.” A time when their confidence gets shot, and a veteran humbles them into realizing just how competitive the league can be.

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Who is Mark Daigneault? All you need to know about Oklahoma City Thunder’s head coach

Mark Daigneault led the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first-ever NBA Championship since changing their name from the Seattle SuperSonics. The Oklahoma City Thunder have gone through a major rebuild since the departure of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.

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How Darius Bazley Gave OKC Thunder’s Jalen Williams His ‘Welcome to the NBA Moment’

The best part about Oklahoma City’s rebuild was seeing the different skillsets and talents to play for the Thunder. Over the course of the reload, even the play-in season led by Chris Paul, the team had so many different players for the fans to get to know.

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