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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Explains Why He’s The Best Player In The NBA Despite Conference Finals Loss

Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gave a tell-all interview with TIME, where he reminded everyone who he is and where he sits among the best players.

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NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets, Magic, Sean Sweeney

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently didn’t need much time to knock off the rust. The reigning MVP made his preseason debut Wednesday and went 5-of-5 from the field, 3-of-3 from beyond the arc and 4-of-4 at the line in just 17 minutes during Oklahoma City’s 128-126 loss to Milwaukee.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren’s NSFW reaction to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking heat off him for WCF loss to Spurs

In a recent interview, Oklahoma City Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren reflected on losing to the San Antonio Spurs in last season’s Western Conference Finals.

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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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Thunder Around the Web

Thunder's SGA buys stake in LaLiga side Atlético · ESPN

Thunder Stars Shine, But Second-Half Collapse Ends in 128-126 Preseason Loss · Heartland Sports

Thunder vs. Bucks: The Stars Are Back as Oklahoma City Opens Its Home Preseason · Heartland Sports

Thunder’s Young Guns Show Fight in Preseason Opener, but Pelicans Escape Tulsa · Heartland Sports

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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 / October 8

In The Midst Of Mistakes, The Young Thunder Players Found Opportunities To Shine

Even with a lot of mistakes, OKC’s young core showed flashes of greatness. Oklahoma City kicked off its preseason slate on Tuesday night as the Thunder faced the New Orleans Pelicans in Tulsa.

Aday Mara News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Why Aday Mara’s perfect night is a sign of trust in Thunder rookie

OKLAHOMA CITY — After an impressive NBA on the first leg of a back-to-back, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Aday Mara finished with 22 points on a perfect 10-for-10 shooting against the Milwaukee Bucks.

WNBA News

WNBA playoffs: History is on side of Dream, Valkyries

WNBA playoff takeaways: History is on side of Dream, Valkyries after Game 2 wins

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Angel Reese's incredible performance has Dream on verge of WNBA Finals

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Mark Daigneault shares honest assessment of Jalen Williams Thunder return from injury

OKLAHOMA CITY — In his first outing since missing Game 7 of last season’s Western Conference Finals, coach Mark Daigneault watched Jalen Williams shine in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 128-126 preseason loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 7

Who Will Start for OKC Thunder vs. Bucks?

On the second night of a back-to-back the Oklahoma City Thunder are without starting big man Isaiah Hartenstein, All-NBA center Chet Holmgren, back up big man Jaylin Williams and youngsters Thomas Sorber and Nikola Topic.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 7

OKC Thunder Player Grades From Preseason Opener vs. Pelicans

The Oklahoma City Thunder started the 2026 NBA preseason with a 106-100 loss at the hands of the New Orleans Pelicans. The Bourbon Street Ballers played

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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.

Mark Daigneault News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

How Mark Daigneault identified Thunder rookie’s ‘best day’ after preseason debut

After Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault highlighted rookie Aday Mara’s growth ahead of their preseason opener against the New Orleans Pelicans, fellow first-round pick Bennett Stirtz thrived in Tuesday’s 116-110 loss.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 7

OKC Thunder: Aday Mara Displays Impressive Traits in Debut

When the 2026 NBA Draft started and picks continued to be turned in, the board did not break in a favorable way for the Thunder to secure fan-favorite prospects such as Morez Johnson Jr., Yaxel Lenderborg, and Brayden Burries, all of whom flew off the board in the top 11 picks.

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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 7

OKC Thunder Rookie Aday Mara Shocks with First Preseason Outing

The Oklahoma City Thunder weren’t expected to draft Aday Mara with their No. 12 overall pick at the 2026 NBA Draft. But after the board expectedly fell far from projections, they did just that.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 7

Tulsa Native Gives OKC Thunder's G League Team Another Intriguing Guard

Ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, the Oklahoma City Thunder have added another piece to the organization. After spending the 2025-26 season and 2026 Summer League with OKC, Tulsa native Anthony Pritchard inked an Exhibit-10 contract with the Thunder on Oct.

Jared McCain News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 7

OKC's Jared McCain Showcases Outside Shot in Intriguing Preseason Opener

Oklahoma City finally got back on the floor for some preseason action, and it saw some encouraging signs from those who played. On Tuesday night, the Thunder opened their preseason with a 116-110 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

Cason Wallace News / EssentiallySports / October 7

NBA Teams Ready to Throw $30M at Cason Wallace as Thunder Face Major Threat

The Oklahoma City Thunder spent much of the offseason making difficult financial decisions. Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins were all moved in separate trades, with the franchise taking back future draft capital instead of players.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / October 7

Multiple OKC Thunder Rookies Shine in 2026 Preseason Opener

The NBA preseason is in full swing. The Tuesday, Oct. 6, slate of preseason contests featured four games, including the 2025 NBA champions beginning their 2026-27 campaign.

Cason Wallace News / Yardbarker / October 6