Oklahoma City Thunder: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

LA Clippers mascot lands in trouble over Jared McCain nail stand troll

A lighthearted bit from the LA Clippers mascot aimed at Jared McCain quickly got shut down. Jared McCain has made the most of his fresh start with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Jared McCain News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

Thunder’s Jared McCain shows limitless range with 30-foot buzzer-beater

Jared McCain may be smiling all the time, but make no mistake: He will destroy you on the basketball court. With Ajay Mitchell still out with an ankle injury, McCain remained in the starting lineup as the Oklahoma City Thunder visited the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome in the NBA Cup on Friday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13

Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein, Nikola Topic connect for textbook alley-oop dunk vs. Clippers

The Oklahoma City Thunder visited the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome in the NBA Cup on Friday, hoping to end a two-game skid suffered at the hands of the Portland Trail Blazers.

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The 'NBA's active 50-point scorers' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 50 points in at least one NBA game can you name in six minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 13

The Thunder Can't Let Injuries Dominate The Season's Narrative

This year’s Thunder team can’t let their situation get them into rough stretches. The Oklahoma City Thunder are no doubt in a rough situation, as they have been bitten pretty badly by the injury bug.

Thunder Around the Web

Thunder Against the Spread | West Coast Road Trip Continues as Thunder Favored Over Clippers · Heartland Sports

RAPID RECAP: Trail Blazers 118, Thunder 108 — Fourth-Quarter Fizzle Completes the Sweep · Heartland Sports

Thunder Against the Spread | OKC Heads into SEGABABA in Portland as Underdog Against Blazers · Heartland Sports

NBA News / Yardbarker

15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 13

NBA Cup Gives OKC Thunder Opportunity to Right Ship vs. Clippers

Oklahoma City has had a rough stretch to begin the week, but it has a perfect opportunity to get back on track. On Friday night, the Thunder’s road trip on the West Coast will continue with a battle at the Intuit Dome against the LA Clippers.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Ball Exclusives / November 13

Oklahoma City Takes on LA Friday at Intuit Dome

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the LA Clippers on Friday, Nov. 13, at Intuit Dome, with tipoff at 10:30 p.m. ET. The Thunder are 8-4 and have lost 2 straight.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Ajay Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13

Thunder vs. Clippers injury report: Ajay Mitchell’s status for NBA Cup after missing Blazers game

The Oklahoma City Thunder will clash with the LA Clippers after back-to-back defeats to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Thunder were without Ajay Mitchell for the second of those two games, and he’s once again listed as questionable on the official injury report due to a left ankle sprain.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 12

Thunder's visit to Clippers inspires injury flashbacks

The Oklahoma City Thunder pay a visit to the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday in Inglewood, Calif., with the matchup providing a reminder of the challenges they are facing this season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / November 12

NBA exec says Thunder ‘never have to panic’ despite mounting injuries

Nique Clifford cost the Thunder two second-round picks. Adding him to the payroll carries a considerably larger price. According to Eric Pincus of Casino.org, the acquisition increases Oklahoma City’s projected luxury-tax bill by $11.8 million, from $19.7 million to nearly $31.5 million.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes unwanted NBA history after getting thumped by Blazers again

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder failed to exact revenge on the Portland Trail Blazers, losing again on Wednesday, 118-108, at Moda Center in the second game of their back-to-back series.

Mark Daigneault News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Thunder’s Mark Daigneault sounds off on factor that led to second straight loss to Blazers

The Oklahoma City Thunder have had to soldier on this season amid an injury avalanche has left them quite shorthanded. With Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and Cason Wallace already on the mend, Ajay Mitchell had to miss their Wednesday night clash against the Portland Trail Blazers.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 11

2027 NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Pair of Freshman in Lottery

The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to own a trio of first-round picks in the 2027 NBA Draft. While it seems unlikely that OKC adds three first-round rookies to its roster, the team's recent injuries could cause the Thunder's front office to look for more depth in the draft.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 11

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gives Damian Lillard the ultimate compliment

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder were stopped in their tracks by the Portland Trail Blazers, who got a vintage performance from Damian Lillard on Tuesday at Moda Center in Portland, Ore. Even Gilgeous-Alexander showed his respect for Lillard’s performance.

Nique Clifford News / Lindy's Sports / November 10

Nique Clifford gives the injured Thunder a cheap wing fix

The Oklahoma City Thunder have acquired second-year wing Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings for two second-round picks. The move is aimed at a wing rotation hit hard by injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, ESPN reported.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 10

Nique Clifford trade is another Sacramento Kings disaster

Whenever the Sacramento Kings make a trade, there's an excellent chance it will blow up in their faces.

Shorthanded Magic, Kings aim to end losing streaks

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Heat extend Kings’ woes

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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 9

Thunder, showing their 'intensity,' begin two-night stay in Portland

The Oklahoma City Thunder have dominated the Trail Blazers in recent seasons and look to continue the mastery Tuesday night in the first of two games in two nights in Portland.

NBA News / Viral Sports News / November 8

Oklahoma City Thunder Pull Off Early-Season Trade

The Oklahoma City Thunder have acquired guard Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for two second-round draft picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Hoops Wire / November 8

Thunder keep finding help, give Shai Gilgeous-Alexander another early finish

The Thunder played their third game in four nights Saturday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spent the fourth quarter watching. That’s a pretty good way to handle a crowded schedule.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / November 3

Thunder not desperate, but big trade may make sense

The Thunder are far from desperate. They’re 5-2 and coming off a road win over the Cavaliers. And as long as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on the court, good things are likely to happen.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Russell Westbrook had a great response to the Thunder's plan to retire his jersey

Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey will soon be hanging in the rafters of the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. The Oklahoma City Thunder announced on Monday that the team will retire Westbrook’s jersey in a ceremony during a Feb.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / November 2

Thunder To Retire Russell Westbrook’s Jersey On Feb. 7

The Thunder will retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey when they host New York on February 7, 2027, the team announced today (Twitter video link). Westbrook ended his 18-year playing career over the summer when he decided to retire.

Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / November 2

Zero doubt: Russell Westbrook feted by Thunder after legendary 18-year career

There is no denying that Russell Westbrook is one of the greatest players in Oklahoma City Thunder history.

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Doncic off to start NBA hasn’t seen since 1986

Jayson Tatum enhances Celtics legacy, matches franchise legends

Kings' Darius Acuff Jr. ties NBA rookie record

Victor Wembanyama had surprising take on living in America

Tipping off: NBA dealing with slew of injuries, big week ahead for Heat

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / November 1

Thunder Exercise McCain, Sorber Team Options, Will Decline Topic

The Thunder made several contract decisions on Sunday. Oklahoma City exercised its team options for Thomas Sorber and Jared McCain, the team announced in a press release, per Locked On NBA’s Rylan Stiles (Twitter link), but will not pick up the team option on Nikola Topic, per Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman (Twitter link).