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OKC Thunder Added to Defensive Identity in 2026 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder already had one of the best defensive units in the NBA, and the team may have improved in that area over the offseason. Five players on OKC's roster; Alex Caruso, Chet Holmgren, Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams and Lu Dort, have earned All-Defense recognition during their careers, forming a solid defense for the Thunder.
Jalen Williams' Versatility as Important as Ever for OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City’s roster has already seen some changes this summer, and those moves have only made Jalen Williams more crucial to the Thunder’s success. Over the past couple of weeks, the Thunder have made some changes as the 2026 offseason ramps up.
The OKC Thunder Must Find Minutes For Thomas Sorber Next Season
The Thunder can’t forget about a young player who could be perfect for their lineup. The offseason has been a journey for Oklahoma City, as the Thunder have parted ways with two solid role players in Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe, but have been able to retain a key asset in Isaiah Hartenstein.
The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
OKC Thunder Veterans Must Lead The Way On Upcoming Youthful Team
The Thunder are going into the 2026-27 season with a young squad. Oklahoma City has had one of the younger teams in the NBA for a couple of seasons now, but it has learned to succeed in this circumstance.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Bennett Stirtz News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / June 27
Bennett Stirtz Continues To Take Advantage Of The Opportunities He's Been Given
One of the Thunder’s new additions is looking to capitalize just like he has in the past. The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of getting ready for next season as the team is coming together.
Ajay Mitchell's Outside Shooting Development Could be Crucial for OKC Thunder
Next season will be an interesting one in Oklahoma City, and it needs its rising star guard to become more reliable from beyond the arc. Over the past week, the Thunder have made some key moves to define the offseason and paint a clearer picture of what the 2026-27 season might look like.
Isaiah Joe News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27
How Isaiah Joe increases Pistons’ title chances as championship contenders
Amid an NBA landscape where teams follow All-Stars’ lead and depth is critical, the Detroit Pistons improved by adding Isaiah Joe in a trade for two future second-round picks from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Aday Mara Is Ready To Contribute However The OKC Thunder Need Him To
The newest Thunder big man is ready for whatever role he can help fill. With Oklahoma City’s first selection in this year’s draft, the team took Aday Mara, a 7-foot-3 center from Michigan.
Why Nikola Topic Trade Should be OKC Thunder's Next Move
Oklahoma City has already made some moves this offseason, and its next decisions could be the toughest. The Thunder are facing the issues of trying to retain a championship core in the midst of the modern NBA.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Field Level Media / June 27
Report: Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein agree to 3-year, $75M deal
The Oklahoma City Thunder are retaining a key piece of their frontcourt, agreeing to a new three-year, $75 million deal with Isaiah Hartenstein, ESPN reported on Friday night.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27
Thunder sign Isaiah Hartenstein to huge extension
The Oklahoma City Thunder are betting big on continuity.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Hoops Rumors / June 26
Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein Agree To Three-Year Deal
The Thunder will turn down Isaiah Hartenstein‘s $28.5MM team option for the 2026/27 season in order to sign the big man to a new three-year, $75MM contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter links).
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Thunder GM Sam Presti’s honest take on trading up to No. 16 to draft Bennett Stirtz
When Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti traded up to No. 16 in this year’s draft to select Bennett Stirtz, many viewed it as the team’s replacement for Isaiah Joe.
What Isaiah Joe's Departure Means for the OKC Thunder Roster
The chain reaction of the Thunder’s offseason continues to unfold. On Friday morning, Oklahoma City made the expected move of trading Isiah Joe. The sharpshooting
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Sam Presti’s revealing take on Thunder rookie Aday Mara’s fit in today’s ‘modern NBA’
GM Sam Presti and the Oklahoma City Thunder introduced rookies Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz, and Otega Oweh to the media on Friday. In many ways, Presti and
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / June 26
REPORT: Thunder trade sharp shooting guard to Pistons
The Oklahoma City Thunder are trading backup shooting guard Isaiah Joe to the Detroit Pistons according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Thunder will be receiving two future second round picks for the six year guard out of Arkansas.
Isaiah Joe News / Field Level Media / June 26
Report: Pistons to acquire G Isaiah Joe from Thunder
The Detroit Pistons are acquiring guard Isaiah Joe from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for two future second-round draft picks, ESPN reported on Friday.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Thunder 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick
For the 2026 NBA Draft, Sam Presti and company were simply looking to strengthen an already championship-caliber roster. Rather than chasing raw upside alone, the Oklahoma City Thunder targeted players who complemented an established core led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 25
Josh Dix Agrees To Two-Way Deal With Thunder
The Thunder have agreed to a two-way deal with undrafted shooting guard Josh Dix, Shams Charania reports for ESPN (via Twitter). Dix played his senior year at Creighton after spending his first three seasons at Iowa.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25
Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder
The 2026 NBA Draft concluded with Wednesday's second round as teams made their final selections in one of the deepest classes in the draft's history. One pick that may have flown a little under the radar was 41st overall selection Otega Oweh.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / 5 GOATs / June 23
Bennett Stirtz drafted, traded to Oklahoma City Thunder: Analysis, contract details, more
The Memphis Grizzlies selected Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. However, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that he has been traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for the No.
Aaron Wiggins News / Yardbarker / June 23
Hawks continue to shore up roster with shrewd Aaron Wiggins trade
It's another small but shrewd move for the improving Hawks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 22
Thunder’s latest trade signals grim offseason outlook
The financial ramifications for remaining above any luxury tax threshold are significant, and they force teams to make tough roster decisions. One team currently facing this dilemma is the Oklahoma City Thunder, the 2025 NBA champions who had their dreams of a repeat crushed by the San Antonio Spurs in heartbreaking fashion.
Aaron Wiggins News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Hawks land Thunder champion in trade
The Atlanta Hawks have plucked away an experienced veteran from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Luguentz Dort News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
Notable update emerges about Luguentz Dort’s future
There appears to be some good news and bad news for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort. The Thunder are expected to pick up their $17.2 million team option for next season on the veteran Dort, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported on Saturday.
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