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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 16
Minor Moves: Thunder, Raptors, Spurs, Kings, Mavs
The Thunder have made a series of cuts, announcing on Friday that they’ve waived guards Zhaire Smith and Anthony Pritchard, along with forward Andrew Holifield.
Aday Mara News / Fadeaway World / October 16
Thunder Rookie Aday Mara Could Be Blocked From Playing In NBA This Season Amid Contract Dispute
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Aday Mara could face an unexpected obstacle before making his NBA regular-season debut, as his former Spanish club, Basket Zaragoza, is threatening to block his international transfer over an unresolved contract dispute.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16
Thunder’s Jalen Williams loved scrollmaxxing when Ajay Mitchell cooked Lakers in playoffs
Jalen Williams’ hamstring injury in the 2026 Playoffs meant that Ajay Mitchell stepped into the starting lineup for the Oklahoma City Thunder’s series against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Thunder Around the Web
Spanish club Basket Zaragoza attempting to block Thunder rookie Aday Mara from making NBA debut
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Thunder End Preseason With a Whimper: Houston Hands Oklahoma City 116-89 Loss
· Heartland Sports
Thunder vs. Rockets: Expected Starters and the Storylines to Watch in the Preseason Finale
· Heartland Sports
The Laboratory at Paycom: Thunder Rally From 20 Down to Earn First Preseason Win
· Heartland Sports
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 16
Thunder Player Ratings: SGA’s 17 Points Goes To Waste In Blowout Loss Against Rockets
The Oklahoma City Thunder had a night to forget against the Houston Rockets, falling 116-89 in a hideous defeat that exposed major offensive struggles.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 15
The Thunder Are Still Defensively Set
The Thunder’s defensive prowess is not going anywhere. Oklahoma City has been known as one of the best defensive teams in the league for the past couple of seasons, which has helped them achieve such an impressive net rating over the past two seasons.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / October 15
Thunder rookie Otega Oweh (Achilles) to miss season
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Otega Oweh will miss the 2026-27 season with a ruptured right Achilles tendon. The 23-year-old guard underwent surgery on Wednesday in New York, the team announced later that day.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 15
Chet Holmgren's 3-Point Shooting Will be Crucial for OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City is set for another season, and its star big’s ability to stretch the floor will be as important as ever. After an offseason filled with changes, the Thunder are finally inching closer to the start of the regular season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Thunder’s run of terrible injury luck with rookies is crazy
The Oklahoma City Thunder have enjoyed success over the last few seasons, but that doesn’t mean they don’t go through injuries like every other team in the league.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15
Thunder rookie's 2026-27 season wiped out by devastating injury
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s attempt to reclaim the NBA crown in the 2026-27 season will not involve rookie guard Otega Oweh.
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 / HITC / October 15
Mark Daigneault lists five reasons Jared McCain can be a game changer in the NBA this season
Jared McCain’s impressive preseason has given Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault a difficult decision to make with the young guard pushing for more minutes.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / October 14
Thunder Injury Update: Rookie Signing Sidelined For Entire Season After Scary Achilles Injury
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers, 114-112, in overtime last night, marking Tyrese Haliburton’s return to NBA action after missing the entire season following a ruptured right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals in the same building (Oklahoma’s Paycom Center).
Otega Oweh News / Hoops Rumors / October 14
Otega Oweh Out For Season With Right Achilles Rupture
Otega Oweh has undergone surgery to address a ruptured right Achilles tendon, the Thunder announced, as relayed by Rylan Stiles of Locked On Thunder (Twitter link).
Alex Caruso News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 14
Are Alex Caruso's Preseason Starts a Sign for Regular Season?
Oklahoma City has been a team to watch throughout the preseason, and one of its most interesting wrinkles has flown under the radar. On Tuesday night, the Thunder finally got into the win column in preseason play, beating the Indiana Pacers in overtime.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 14
Former First-Round Pick Shines for OKC Thunder in Limited Preseason Minutes
The Oklahoma City Thunder seem to have one of the NBA's best scouting departments. OKC has managed to find a handful of talented players across multiple NBA Draft classes and make a few key free agent signings.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander actually called for push-off, but fans aren’t celebrating yet
Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was called for a push-off during Tuesday’s 114-112 overtime win against the Indiana Pacers. While there’s been an emphasis on off-ball play for Gilgeous-Alexander during the preseason, the NBA is emphasizing its officials to call push-offs across the league.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14
Thunder lose promising rookie to apparent serious injury vs. Pacers
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers in overtime, 114-112, in the preseason at Paycom Center on Tuesday. Zhaire Smith sank the game-winning bucket with 45.6 seconds left.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 14
Prayers Pour In for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Teammate as Thunder Carry Injured Rookie to Locker Room in OT Thriller vs. Pacers Otega Oweh
The Oklahoma City Thunder were hoping to put their injury concerns behind them, with Ajay Mitchell and Jalen Williams back to full health. However, just as the team led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looked to build momentum ahead of the new season, another injury has raised concerns about its roster.
Otega Oweh News / Hoops Rumors / October 14
Thunder Rookie Otega Oweh Suffers Potentially Serious Injury
Thunder rookie guard Otega Oweh suffered an apparent serious leg injury during overtime of Oklahoma City’s preseason victory over the Pacers on Tuesday night, according to Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 13
Tyrese Haliburton steals the show in preseason return to court where he suffered Achilles tear
Prior to Tuesday, the last time Tyrese Haliburton took the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder, he suffered a torn Achilles in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / October 12
Thunder may have found another young star in Bennett Stirtz
The Oklahoma City Thunder may have found a gem in Bennett Stirtz, a guard who was one of the best players in college basketball last season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Hoops Wire / October 8
NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets, Magic, Sean Sweeney
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently didn’t need much time to knock off the rust. The reigning MVP made his preseason debut Wednesday and went 5-of-5 from the field, 3-of-3 from beyond the arc and 4-of-4 at the line in just 17 minutes during Oklahoma City’s 128-126 loss to Milwaukee.
Cason Wallace News / EssentiallySports / October 7
NBA Teams Ready to Throw $30M at Cason Wallace as Thunder Face Major Threat
The Oklahoma City Thunder spent much of the offseason making difficult financial decisions. Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins were all moved in separate trades, with the franchise taking back future draft capital instead of players.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / October 6
Rumored Cason Wallace market forces Thunder into impossible financial corner
The Thunder are more than the sum of their parts. One key player who makes them more lethal is Cason Wallace,.
Nikola Topic News / Yardbarker / September 23
Thunder have a tough Nikola Topic decision awaiting them
The Oklahoma City Thunder may have parted with a slew of role players from their championship run this summer, but they are still widely considered a top title contender on the strength of their talent and depth.
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