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OKC Thunder Defense Back to Dominant Form Against Portland

Oklahoma City added another win, and its defense was the catalyst once again. After the Thunder’s defense had delivered some shaky performances over the past few weeks, a 124-95 win against the Portland Trail Blazers was a welcome sight.

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Chet Holmgren Puts Up Seventh Double-Double Of The Season In Win Over Portland

Oklahoma City is back on another winning streak as it claimed its third win in a row against the Portland Trailblazers on Wednesday night. This bout showcased

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 30 as Thunder breeze past Blazers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points while leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 124-95 home win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. The Thunder won three consecutive games to close their four-game homestand.

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OKC Thunder Contributed to Soaring Christmas Day Ratings

Christmas Day has always been a marquee day for the NBA. So many of the game's legends have suited up on Christmas Day, and it has become a sports tradition to watch basketball during the holiday.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

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Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren discusses how each team guards him differently

Before facing the Portland Blazers on New Year’s Eve, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren said opposing teams defend him unlike any one of his other teammates.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 31

OKC Thunder Will See Chet Holmgren Find Consistency

This season has been All-Star caliber for Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren. In the first fan voting returns, he checks in at No. 19, with eyes on his first mid-winter classic invite.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

Thunder’s Alex Caruso gets ‘mentally tough’ declaration from Mark Daigneault amid slump

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault watched veteran Alex Caruso enter Monday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks 3-for-15 from deep in his last two outings, which didn’t discourage the guard’s offense in a 140-129 win.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 31

Should OKC Thunder Look to Trade Fourth-Year Wing Ousmane Dieng?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are off to another strong start. After going 68-14 in 2024-25, OKC appears to be on a similar pace this season, opening up the 2025-26 campaign with a 28-5 record.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s ‘strengthen’ take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s growth

OKLAHOMA CITY — As the Oklahoma City Thunder’s reigning MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, is considered an early candidate to win the illustrious award in back-to-back seasons, coach Mark Daigneault addressed the growth he’s seen.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / December 30

Recent defensive slippage motivates Thunder vs. Blazers

For much of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder's defense has been elite. During their 24-1 start, the Thunder allowed 103.3 points per 100 possessions -- by far the best mark in the league.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Issues Ultimatum to Thunder After Hawks Game

The Oklahoma City Thunder are flying high after two straight wins that came on the heels of four losses in six games including two in a row to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Sneakers on SI / December 29

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Debuts Converse SHAI 001 'CLEAN SLATE'

The Oklahoma City Thunder easily defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 129-104 on Sunday evening. Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander used the opportunity to preview an upcoming colorway of his first signature Converse basketball shoes.