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OKC Thunder NBA Mock Draft 1.0: Who OKC Targets With Every Pick
In the new era of Thunder basketball, the front office has sought a very specific player archetype in each draft, valuing high feel for the game, defense, positional size and versatility and more.
How NBA Draft Lottery Reform Benefits OKC Thunder
Tanking was one of the biggest talking points in the NBA this season. That is par for the course. In the current NBA ecosystem negativity sells and it is rare for anyone to harp on the positive things about the league.
Why Brayden Burries Makes Perfect Sense For OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City has plenty of decisions to make this offseason. A Summer that will go a long way in revealing the path to sustainability for one of the league's biggest title contenders.
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Report: OKC Thunder Superstar Inks Deal With Nike
The Oklahoma City Thunder have watched Shai Gilgeous-Alexander develop into a full-blown superstar. When he arrived in Bricktown back in 2019, the NBA world was more enamored with the historic draft capital that went to Oklahoma City in the Paul George trade rather than the all-rookie point guard.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
Aaron Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 17
Thunder rumors: Nets have expressed interest in Aaron Wiggins ahead of draft
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is reportedly expected to move up in this year’s draft and could part ways with Aaron Wiggins, along with draft capital, to do so.
OKC Thunder Can't Overlook Kenrich Williams' Importance This Offseason
Oklahoma City has some big decisions to make this offseason, but one of its most important may be flying under the radar. The Thunder will soon be making moves in what will be one of their busiest offseasons in recent memory.
5 Undrafted Free Agent Targets for OKC Thunder in 2026 NBA Draft Class
The Oklahoma City Thunder hold the No. 12, No. 17 and No. 37 overall selections in the 2026 NBA Draft, and have the potential to add depth to the team's roster on inexpensive contracts.
OKC Thunder's Title Hopes Will Still Hinge on Star Trio Despite Busy Offseason
Oklahoma City has a key offseason ahead, but its title hopes will remain in the hands of its stars. The Thunder and the rest of the NBA will soon be making moves to prepare for the 2026-27 season.
OKC Thunder Players Fill End-Of-Season Player Rankings
The Thunder roster is filled from top to bottom with some of the best players in the NBA. The NBA season has officially concluded, and although it didn’t end with the Oklahoma City Thunder hoisting their second trophy, there are definitely positives to take from the year.
OKC Thunder Top 10 Prospects for the NBA Draft
The NBA Draft is just a few days away, and the OKC Thunder are predictably armed to the teeth ready to infuse their contending team with talent. OKC owns picks No.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Kicks on SI / June 17
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Converse-to-Nike Move: Fully Explained
The NBA Finals concluded last week, and it took less than a week for more news to develop in the league that never sleeps — and this impacts the footwear industry.
Isaiah Hartenstein is Essential for the OKC Thunder's Present and Future
The Thunder's big man could impact the team for years to come. The Oklahoma City Thunder are trying to work out their financial situation this offseason, as star players are about to get paid.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / HITC / June 17
Nike sends strong message after signing NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Nike has made its intentions clear after officially adding NBA champion and MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to its signature athlete roster. Fresh off another
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 16
Nike hoping two-time NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will save struggling basketball brand
Nike has added another NBA MVP to its basketball roster.
Should OKC Thunder Wait Until 2027 for Cason Wallace Extension?
Oklahoma City has some big decisions to make this offseason, and it might be wise to wait until 2027 to make one of its biggest. The NBA offseason is underway, and the Thunder will be much more active than they were a year ago.
Luguentz Dort News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16
NBA Insider delivers harsh truth about Lu Dort’s future with Thunder
While Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is dedicated to bringing back Lu Dort and his other free agent for the 2026-27 season, the harsh reality is that both sides could go their separate ways over the summer.
Chet Holmgren News / Hoops Wire / June 16
NBA Rumors: Thunder, Chet Holmgren, Grizzlies, Hornets, draft
If anyone thought the Thunder might be willing to move Chet Holmgren after his rough finish in the Western Conference finals, think again. According to Zach Lowe of The Ringer, Oklahoma City has been making it known around the league that Holmgren is not available in trade talks.
Everything OKC Thunder Fans Should Know for the 2026 NBA Draft: Picks, Targets and Rumors
The 2026 NBA Draft is on the horizon, just a week away. The Thunder have been one of the best-drafting teams in recent memory, and are now armed with a bevy of picks that it will look to continues its success with.
5 Targets for the OKC Thunder in the Second Round of the 2026 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder hold the No. 12, No. 17 and No. 37 overall selections in the 2026 NBA Draft, and have the potential to add depth to the team's roster on inexpensive contracts.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / FortyEightMinutes / June 16
Giannis Saga Could End With Paul George-To-Thunder Type Trade
The Heat and Celtics have dominated the rumor mill in regard to Giannis Antetokounmpo trades, but they aren’t the only horses in the race despite his apparent interest in the two franchises.
Nikola Topic News / Field Level Media / June 14
Thunder's Nikola Topic (back) expected to be ready for 2026-27 season
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic is expected to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing what the team called a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 13
Nikola Topic Undergoes Back Procedure, Expected To Be Ready For Training Camp
Nikola Topic underwent a minimally invasive surgical procedure on his spine, the Thunder announced Saturday. The second-year guard won’t be available for Summer League, but the team expects him to be healthy when training camp opens in late September.
Luguentz Dort News / Hoops Wire / June 13
NBA Rumors: Thunder, Lu Dort, Hornets, roster, Hawks
The Thunder may eventually face some difficult financial decisions, and according to John Hollinger of The Athletic, veteran guard Lu Dort could become one of the casualties.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 9
Thunder GM Sam Presti backs Chet Holmgren, talks offseason
Thunder general manager Sam Presti isn’t worried about Chet Holmgren. Despite criticism directed at Holmgren following Oklahoma City’s loss to the Spurs in the Western Conference finals, Presti publicly backed the young big man during his end-of-season press conference.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8
Sam Presti addresses Chet Holmgren’s future
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti made clear how committed the organization is to embattled center Chet Holmgren. Holmgren has faced questions about his future after he was thoroughly erased by Victor Wembanyama during the team’s loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Larry Brown Sports / June 6
Thunder have reportedly made a decision on one key player
One Oklahoma City Thunder player probably will not have to clean out his locker this offseason. Thunder big man Isaiah Hartenstein is “very likely” to remain with the team, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported this week.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 3
One player is expected to be the odd man out on the Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder may already have their most prominent roster cut in mind. Thunder swingman Luguentz Dort is expected to be the odd man out this offseason, Kurt Helin of NBC Sports reported this week.
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