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Jalen Williams' Return Could be key to OKC Thunder's Success in the Conference Finals
The Thunder will benefit greatly from one of its stars returning to the floor. The Oklahoma City Thunder are preparing for the Western Conference Finals, where they will face the winner of the San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Will 2025 Breakout Star Find Role for OKC Thunder in Final Rounds?
Oklahoma City hasn’t changed its roster much since last season, but the rotation has a much different look from the 2025 title run. Through the first two rounds of the playoffs, the Thunder have managed to remain unbeaten.
Jalen Williams News / The Lead / May 14
The Thunder Should Consider Trading Jalen Williams
The Oklahoma City Thunder remain one of the league’s deepest teams. It has built a roster that can make a case for being one of the greatest teams of all time, purely on talent, including MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and All-Stars Chet Holmgren and Jaylen Williams.
The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score at least 40 points in 10 or more games in a single season can you name in five minutes?
The Thunder Are Looking To Continue Their Postseason Dominance In The Western Conference Finals
The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to continue their hot streak into the next round. OKC is currently cruising through the playoffs, as they are 8-0 to start the postseason.
The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history
Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / May 14
Oklahoma City is winning these playoffs by taking mistakes off the board
Oklahoma City finished its second-round sweep with a 115-110 win over the Lakers, pushed its playoff record to 8-0 and did it without asking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to carry every minute of the offense.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 14
Thunder rumors: Sneaky Isaiah Hartenstein contact maneuver expected this offseason
The Oklahoma City Thunder remain in an as enviable of a roster-building position as ever. Even though the max contracts of Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Bleacher Report / May 13
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shares goal to ‘win eight more’ after sweeping Lakers
While waiting for the San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves to conclude their best-of-7 series in the Western Conference semifinals, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander posted a message to his social media.
OKC Thunder Depth Still a Strength Even if Rotation Shortens
Oklahoma City is yet to lose in the postseason, and its depth has shined, but that may change a bit once the conference finals begin. On Monday night, the Thunder ended their second-round series with a 115-110 Game 4 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Ajay Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
How Ajay Mitchell emerged as Thunder’s breakout starter
Without any guarantee of establishing a role, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Ajay Mitchell with the 38th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Less than two years later, Mitchell helped the Thunder sweep the second round against the Los Angeles Lakers.
The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history
The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.
How the OKC Thunder's Playoffs Run Compares to Last Season's
The Thunder are in the midst of putting together their second championship run in a row. Oklahoma City is currently terrorizing the playoffs, as it has made it through its first two series in just eight games.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / The Spun / May 13
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Responds To Fans Complaining About Refs
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is well aware of chatter about him online. Gilgeous-Alexander is having yet another efficient postseason for the Thunder, averaging 29.1 points and 7.1 assists per game.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters
There is no doubt that the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA. The defending champions have yet to lose in the 2026 NBA playoffs, but their successes have led to a lot of hate.
2026 NBA Mock Draft: Looking at Options for OKC Thunder After Lottery
The NBA Draft lottery is in the rear view mirror and the 2026 NBA Draft order is finalized. While there still could be trades that change the order, teams now know where their picks fall in this year's class.
The Thunder Can't Rely On Another Easy Matchup In Round 3
Oklahoma City can’t expect another series sweep to fall into its hands in the Western Conference Finals. The Thunder are coming off their second sweep in a row, as they took care of business in round two against the Los Angeles Lakers to punch their ticket to the conference finals.
OKC Thunder's Home Dominance Flying Under the Radar to Begin Playoffs
Oklahoma City is unbeaten in the postseason, and its performance on the home court has somehow gone under the radar. On Monday night, the Thunder finished off their second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a Game 4 win.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 13
Thunder Dominate California Teams This Season With Perfect 18-0 Record, Including 8-0 vs. Lakers
The Oklahoma City Thunder have arguably been the best team in the NBA in all segments this season. After ending the regular season with a league-best 64-18 record, the Thunder have remained perfect in the playoffs, posting an 8-0 record after completing the sweep against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
Jared McCain was a Key Piece in OKC Thunder's Round 2 Momentum Swings
The Thunder’s newest addition is proving his worth more every game. The Oklahoma City Thunder have officially punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals, after finishing off the Lakers in Game 4 with a 115-110 win.
Chet Holmgren News / Total Pro Sports / May 12
Controversy Erupts as New Video Angle Shows Possible Chet Holmgren Travel in Final Minute
It’s an Oklahoma City Thunder game, and if no controversies happen, things just might not look all okay. Undoubtedly, the recent time’s most controversial team in the NBA, the Thunder, swept off the Los Angeles Lakers 4-0.
The '28-point, 4-steal NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score at least 28 points and record at least four steals in at least one postseason contest can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praises LeBron James after Lakers-Thunder series
After the Thunder's sweep of the Lakers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure to recognize the significance of competition against James at this point in his career.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / May 12
What LeBron James did, didn't say about retirement after Thunder complete sweep of Lakers
James turned 41 years old this past December, is a four-time NBA champion and is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / May 12
Ajay Mitchell may be making his All-NBA teammate expendable
Ajay Mitchell, a 23-year-old guard from Belgium, scored 28 points in OKC's Game 4 win, with 10 points coming in the final quarter.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 12
Dillon Brooks pulled savage stunt to troll LeBron James in Game 4
Brooks took time out of his not-so-busy schedule to prey on James’ downfall.
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