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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / December 14

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Gets Real On Michael Jordan Comparisons

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been simply incredible for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, and fellow Canadian icon Steve Nash had some high praise for him on NBA on Prime on Wednesday.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

How Thunder’s Mark Daigneault credited Spurs’ impact beyond Victor Wembanyama

Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder came up short against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, losing the NBA Cup semifinals, 111-109.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander does it all with insane block-bucket NBA Cup combo

While the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 16-game win streak came to an end in a 111-109 NBA Cup semifinals loss to the San Antonio Spurs, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made one of the most impressive plays of the night.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren showcases athletic gifts with fastbreak slam

Chet Holmgren showed off his athleticism during a fast break highlight in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s NBA Cup semifinal matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / December 14

Thunder burned by questionable call in the closing seconds of NBA Cup semis

The San Antonio Spurs benefited from a controversial call during their NBA Cup semifinal matchup Saturday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Spurs led the Thunder 109-108 with 3.7 seconds left in the elimination game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Why Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander doesn’t love Steve Nash’s Michael Jordan comp

Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had some words to share about NBA legend Steve Nash comparing him to Michael Jordan. Gilgeous-Alexander is going through the eighth season of his career, his seventh with the Thunder.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / December 14

5 Christmas Wishes For OKC Thunder Including One Key Trade

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the defending NBA champions and very much look like a top candidate to become the league’s first repeat title holders since the Golden State Warriors (2016-18). Still, with the holiday season in full force, here is a look at the Thunder’s wish list.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 14

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama returns to end Thunder's win streak

Victor Wembanyama made his return to the San Antonio Spurs lineup on Saturday night, and he helped make one thing abundantly clear — you'd better start taking that team seriously as a Western Conference contender. If you were not already.

Wembanyama taunts Alex Caruso during epic NBA Cup game

Dirk Nowitzki called Wembanyama out over his comments on Chet Holmgren

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says Thunder want to beat Warriors’ record

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One painful play symbolizes Clippers' entire miserable season

NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 14

Victor Wembanyama Makes Feelings Clear on Chet Holmgren Matchup in Spurs-Thunder NBA Cup Game

The NBA has always had legendary rivalries—Magic vs. Bird, Thomas vs. Jordan—classics that defined an era. But the modern game needed its own iconic showdown, and that’s how we got the tallboys: Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / The SportsRush / December 13

'The Champagne Just Wasn’t Popped': Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breaks Down How He Celebrated the Thunder’s 2025 Championship

Calling the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 2024–25 season just “good” would do injustice to how they owned the West, finishing 68–14. They did what they had to do in the postseason to emerge as champions, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was at the top of his game, hitting big shots like it was nothing while the rest of the roster meshed perfectly around him.

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

OKC Thunder's Jalen Williams Continues to Compete in Return From Injury

Oklahoma City has opened the floodgates to start the season, soaring to a 24-1 overall record. It’s one of the best starts in NBA history, and has put the Thunder in a good position to challenge the all-time NBA record for wins in a season.

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

OKC Thunder Health Could Make for Tough Starting Lineup Decision

Oklahoma City will be as healthy as it’s been all season, and the starting lineup could reflect that. Over the first month and a half of the season, the Thunder have dominated their competition.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Draft on SI / December 13

Multiple OKC Thunder Rookies Star in Friday G League Contest

The Oklahoma City Thunder don't need much more help this season. The team is 24-1 with the best point differential through 25 games in NBA, and the highest NET rating in NBA history.

Jalen Williams News / The SportsRush / December 13

'We’re in Those Conversations': Jalen Williams Puts Thunder Ahead of Michael Jordan’s 1995-96 Bulls

There is nothing better from team atmosphere than winning. Just look at the Oklahoma City Thunder are with their ridiculous 24-1 record. The defending NBA champions look even better than they did last season.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says Thunder want to beat Warriors’ record

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t mince words when asked if the Oklahoma City Thunder are chasing the NBA’s single-season wins record of 73, set by the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors.

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Isaiah Hartenstein News / Hoops Rumors / December 12

Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein Returning Saturday

After missing the past six games with a right soleus (calf) strain, starting center Isaiah Hartenstein is not on the Thunder‘s injury report ahead of Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinal against the Spurs, which indicates he’ll be available to play, tweets Rylan Stiles of SI.com.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 12

Victor Wembanyama's return creates playoff atmosphere for NBA Cup semifinal

Wemby should be starting against the 24-1 Oklahoma City Thunder in perhaps the biggest game of the season so far.

Victor Wembanyama throws shade when asked about best player in NBA

NBA Cup semifinal is just the first of many big Spurs-Thunder games

Chris Paul linked to two playoff teams in trade rumors

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Knicks reportedly could reunite with a beloved former player

Shaquille O'Neal sees huge opportunity behind NIL deals

Luguentz Dort News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 12

Lu Dort Carries Impressive NBA Cup Past as Thunder Enter Semifinals

Throughout his career, Thunder guard Luguentz Dort has been known for tough, physical defense, along with a streaky offensive game. He has played in a wide variety of roles throughout his career, from a bench stopper as a rookie to a first option at times throughout the Thunder's rebuild.