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Sam Presti believes reshaped Thunder can be even better

The Thunder traded away three important rotation players this offseason. Sam Presti still believes they have a chance to be better. Oklahoma City’s longtime basketball operations chief said Thursday that last season’s team never completely reached its ceiling.

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OKC Thunder may have something special planned for Russell Westbrook, hints Sam Presti

Oklahoma City Thunder General Manager Sam Presti has confirmed that the franchise is working on plans to honour the career of Russell Westbrook after he announced his retirement.

Sam Presti News / Hoops Rumors / September 25

Thunder GM Presti Discusses Offseason, Roster, Future, More

The Thunder parted ways with longtime starter Luguentz Dort and key regular season reserves Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins this offseason, but longtime head of basketball operations Sam Presti believes the team is well-positioned for success in 2026/27, writes Baxter Holmes of ESPN.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 24

Sam Presti Warns OKC Thunder Season Will Look Different

Things will look different for the Oklahoma City Thunder. They are not only replacing 10,000 minutes, but they hope to endure their first 82-game season with relative health in two years.

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How many of the players to rack up the most points in one playoff run for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Another Ajay Mitchell Thunder leap is on the horizon after Sam Presti endorsement

While Ajay Mitchell is entering his third year with the Oklahoma City Thunder, he’s yet to have a fully healthy season, of which GM Sam Presti reminded the media during his preseason address.

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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 / September 24

The Thunder's Offseason Grade Doesn't Capture How Well The Team Handled The Chaos

Just how well did the Thunder handle their offseason? This offseason was one that OKC will not want to relive, not because of how it was overall, but because of all the difficult decisions the team had to make.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 24

Sam Presti Gives Revealing Answer Regarding Cason Wallace

On Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder put Top executive Sam Presti in front of the media for his annual preseason state of the union address. It isn't

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

PJ Carlesimo puts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with Michael Jordan, LeBron James in GOAT company

Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo believes Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has earned a place in the same conversation as Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant when it comes to the work ethic that helped make them all-time great players.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Sam Presti ready to discover Jared McCain’s star status amid Thunder ‘constellation’

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti had eyes for Jared McCain long before his mid-season trade with the Philadelphia 76ers. Ahead of the upcoming season, Presti predicts the 2026-27 Thunder will be better than its championship squad in 2025.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren was humbled by Victor Wembanyama, but now Sam Presti has a warning for NBA

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti isn’t worried about how All-Star Chet Holmgren is going to bounce back from his disappointing performance in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Thunder’s Sam Presti drops Lu Dort truth bomb on Cason Wallace amid contract rumors

The Oklahoma City Thunder are less than a month away from kicking off their new 2026-27 NBA season. It was an offseason of subtraction rather than addition for the Thunder, as the team traded Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe in various cost-cutting measures to keep them out of dire financial straits.

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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 / HITC / September 24

Sam Presti says OKC Thunder trade was the greatest show of respect to Cason Wallace

Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti has provided his thoughts on Cason Wallace’s situation. Cason Wallace is set to hit free agency in 2027, and speculation is ramping up over whether the Oklahoma City Thunder will offer the 22-year-old an extension.

Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Thunder’s Jalen Williams injury update before training camp brings hype all the way back

The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2025-26 season with high hopes of repeating as NBA champions. Although Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won his second straight

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 24

Could OKC Thunder Keep Odd Playoff Trend Going in 2027?

Oklahoma City has been one of the league’s top teams for the past three seasons, and it’s had a bit of an unusual run of postseason opponents. Over the past three seasons, the Thunder have been the No.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

What role Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander really plays in roster decisions

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti revealed how much input two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has in making roster decisions ahead of the upcoming season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Thunder was historically dominant in NBA championship season. Sam Presti predicts a better team in future

The Oklahoma City Thunder already produced one of the most dominant seasons in NBA history during their 2025 championship run, but general manager Sam Presti believes the franchise has yet to reach its ultimate peak.

Sam Presti News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Sam Presti teases Thunder’s special Russell Westbrook honor after retirement

Russell Westbrook is almost the consensus choice for the best player in Oklahoma City Thunder history. Westbrook’s MVP, both of his scoring titles, two of his three assist titles, and eight of his nine All-Star nods came with the team that he started his career with.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Will Thunder ownership actually pay to keep roster together? Sam Presti is making no promises

The Oklahoma City Thunder already felt the financial consequences of maintaining an expensive championship roster this offseason, and general manager Sam Presti is not making any guarantees that ownership will continue spending whatever it takes to keep the team’s core together.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / September 24

Oklahoma City Thunder 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the upcoming year with the same top players, but significant turnover across the rest of the roster. Saving money remained a focal point of the OKC offseason.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

4 Thunder on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp

The Oklahoma City Thunder were one of the most active teams on the trade market this offseason as they needed to clear space under the second apron to avoid incurring heavy luxury tax penalties.

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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Lakers may have already set up Jake LaRavia for a trade this season

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / September 22