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The OKC Thunder will go as far as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Takes Them
Oklahoma City’s star has his own throne to keep next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder are now setting their sights on next season after falling short in the Western Conference Finals.
Healthy Jalen Williams Could be Only Change OKC Thunder Need Next Season
The offseason has arrived, and the 2025 champions may not need a big splash to get back to the top in 2027. The Oklahoma City Thunder’s title defense came to a crashing halt in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals as the San Antonio Spurs managed to take down the top seed.
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.
The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz
How many of the most recent players to score at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?NOTE: The Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, have never made the NBA Finals, while no Kings player scored 30 in their lone appearance (1951).
Texas' Wing Could be the Perfect Draft Target for OKC Thunder
The recently-eliminated Oklahoma City Thunder will now look to the 2026 NBA Draft, hoping to continue to bolster their roster as a whole. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander,
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / June 6
Oklahoma City Thunder 2026 NBA Draft Preview
The 2025 NBA Champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, somehow managed to improve this season. A year after winning OKC’s first title, the group followed it up with a dominant regular season, led by back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and DPOY runner-up Chet Holmgren.
How OKC Thunder GM Influenced Recent NFL Blockbuster Trade
Oklahoma City has plenty of offseason decisions to make, but Sam Presti is even getting in the mix in other sports. After the Thunder’s seven-game series loss to the San Antonio Spurs, they now must face the reality of a tough offseason ahead.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 6
Thunder Won’t Look To Move Chet Holmgren
Chet Holmgren remains a fixture on the Thunder roster despite his underwhelming performance in the Western Conference Finals. Oklahoma City has no interest in dealing away Holmgren, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.
Chet Holmgren News / HITC / June 6
Draymond Green drops a truth bomb about Chet Holmgren that will shock you
Chet Holmgren had a tough series against Victor Wembanyama in the conference finals, and before it was even over, trade talk started to pick up. But Draymond Green isn’t having any of it, and he actually makes a stronger case than his reputation as a critic might suggest.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / June 5
Draymond Green is right about Chet Holmgren, and it’s not close
Chet Holmgren got swallowed up by Victor Wembanyama in the conference finals, and the trade talk started before the series was cold. Draymond Green, of all people, is the one pumping the brakes, and the case is stronger than his reputation as a critic suggests.
Amidst Injuries, The OKC Thunder Show How Dominant They Can Be
The Thunder did well, even when they weren’t dealt the best cards. The Oklahoma City Thunder fell short of their ultimate goal, as they weren’t able to bring home the Larry O’Brien trophy once again this season.
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.
Morez Johnson Jr. Would Be Perfect 1st-Round Fit for OKC Thunder
The month of June is the time in the NBA calendar when emotions are at their highest; for two lucky franchises, the Larry O'Brien Trophy is still locked in plain sight and for the rest, the NBA Draft and offseason preparations, with the hope for the upcoming season, electrify those who could not reach the final dance.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 4
Thunder unlikely to trade Chet Holmgren, pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Thunder have spent years building one of the NBA’s deepest young rosters. According to Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman, don’t expect Oklahoma City to abandon that plan now.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4
4 players Thunder GM Sam Presti needs to keep for the 2026-27 season
The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the offseason with the expectation that a thorough roster evaluation is in order, considering two max deals — All-Star Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams — will go into effect, forcing the front office to make difficult decisions.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Will Leave OKC Thunder Offseason to Sam Presti
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the talk of the town in the NBA after being ousted by the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. Some are pointing to panic moves Oklahoma City should make in the wake of being knocked off by San Antonio to end the Thunder's title defense question.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4
Gilbert Arenas weighs in on Chet Holmgren trade calls
It’s no secret that Chet Holmgren struggled in the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Almost as soon as the Oklahoma City Thunder were eliminated, many individuals were claiming OKC should trade the 7-foot-one big man.
Cason Wallace News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4
Thunder rumors: Cason Wallace gets $108 million new contract prediction from cap expert
On the heels of losing Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals to the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is expected to make difficult decisions this offseason, including a potential contract extension for Cason Wallace.
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / June 2
Thunder’s Isaiah Joe And Aaron Wiggins Emerge As Top Trade Candidates
With the 2025 NBA championship still fresh in their memory, the Oklahoma City Thunder are not going to rush into any panic trades after losing this year’s Western Conference Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / June 2
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reportedly Sends Clear Message to Thunder on Lu Dort’s Future
After a tough end to their phenomenal season run this year, the Oklahoma City Thunder have the most obvious option to go for. But Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / June 2
Thunder GM: Roster cost rising but no pressure to cut
Sam Presti built a championship roster in Oklahoma City and the bill for success came due for several foundational players last summer. But the Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 2
Thunder Rumors: Draft, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, Kenrich Williams
The Thunder may have fallen one win short of the NBA Finals, but they remain one of the league’s most fascinating teams entering the offseason. With a mountain of draft assets and several key financial decisions on the horizon, Oklahoma City has no shortage of options.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 2
Thunder face difficult roster decisions: ‘Can’t be room for everybody’
The Thunder came within one win of returning to the NBA Finals. Now comes the challenge of keeping a talented roster together. According to ESPN’s Anthony
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 2
League insiders don't expect Thunder to make any 'panic moves' due to elimination
Although league insiders don’t expect Thunder head of basketball operations Sam Presti to make any “panic moves” following his team’s elimination in a
Victor Wembanyama News / Yardbarker / May 31
Victor Wembanyama sends strong message to NBA after Spurs reach Finals
All eyes will be on Wembanyama when the Spurs hit the floor on Wednesday against the Knicks.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Yardbarker / May 31
Will shocking playoff exit change Thunder's stance on Giannis Antetokounmpo?
The Thunder have failed to defend their title after losing two straight games to the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Will the surprising playoff exit alter the team's offseason playoff plans?
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