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NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 8
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Returns To MVP Form In Win Over Utah
The Oklahoma City Thunder are now back in the win column after a closer-than-comfort win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. OKC led by 20 in the second
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 8
OKC Thunder Defensive Intensity Must Show Up
Night in and night out in the NBA, you compete against some of the best basketball talents in the world. With that comes exceptional scorers and complex offensive sets equipped to tackle any defense on a given night in the league.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 8
Mark Daigneault reacts to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rescuing Thunder from loss vs. Jazz
OKLAHOMA CITY — At the risk of surrendering a third consecutive loss, head coach Mark Daigneault watched All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drain a pull-up jumper from the free-throw line as the game clock expired to carry the Oklahoma City Thunder into overtime against the Utah Jazz.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Field Level Media / January 7
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander helps Thunder snap skid in OT vs. Jazz
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 46 points to lift the host Oklahoma City Thunder to a 129-125 overtime win over the Utah Jazz Wednesday. Gilgeous-Alexander hit the big shot to force overtime, then Chet Holmgren made perhaps the biggest play in the extra period, slamming home Gilgeous-Alexander's miss with 30 seconds left to break a tie.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / January 7
Thunder beat Jazz in OT behind Shai-Gilgeous Alexander's big night
Shai-Gilgeous Alexander scored the game-tying shot to send Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz to overtime and iced the game with two free throws to
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 7
OKC Thunder Starters vs. Jazz As Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Upgraded
The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Utah Jazz in an attempt to snap their two game losing streak. This is already their second two game skid of the season, tying the amount they suffered through all last season en route to a 68 win 2024-25 campaign that ended with the Bricktown Ballers hoisting their first Larry O'Brien Trophy.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 7
OKC Thunder Own Top Spot in Power Rankings Despite Underwhelming Month
Despite being in a rut, Oklahoma City still held the top spot in the new version of NBA power rankings. Looking across the NBA, it makes sense — the Thunder currently own the best record in the league, and the point-differential is unmatched.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 7
Pistons are fouling their way to the top of the NBA
Committing a lot of fouls is generally considered a bad thing in the NBA. The Detroit Pistons, just like last year's NBA champions, are showing that being one of the league leaders in fouls doesn't keep you from being one of the league leaders overall.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / January 7
Thunder Should Trade Lu Dort for Michael Porter Jr., Austin Reaves or Trey Murphy
For years, Luguentz Dort has been a core piece of the young Oklahoma City Thunder roster. This season, Dort has been nothing short of disappointing and an overall negative for OKC.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Athlon Sports / January 7
Thunder Announce Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News on Wednesday
The Oklahoma City Thunder still appear to be the deepest and most talented team in the NBA, coming off last year’s Finals win. The Thunder continue to be led by point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who remains firmly in the conversation for a second straight MVP award thanks to his elite play.
Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7
Jalen Williams, Thunder recent struggles a phase or signs of a fundamental concern?
For All-Star Jalen Williams and the Oklahoma City Thunder, adjusting to a new normal is an underlying theme for the 2025-26 season. Williams preached patience after his long-awaited season debut.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 6
Lull has Thunder embracing 'challenge' with Jazz up next
The Oklahoma City Thunder made the early part of the season look easy. Not only with their 24-1 start, but their margin of victory. Heading into Wednesday's home matchup against the Utah Jazz, though, the Thunder are looking to snap out of a rut.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 5
5 Shocking Reasons Why Thunder Got Destroyed By Hornets In Ugly 27-Point Loss
Nothing about this night made sense if you walked into it blind. The Oklahoma City Thunder were run off their own floor by a Charlotte Hornets team that came in with a 12-23 record and nothing resembling momentum.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 6
Hornets crush Thunder on boards in stunning upset
With the 30-6 Oklahoma City Thunder hosting the Charlotte Hornets, you might have expected a blowout. Just not one with the Hornets on the winning side.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Last Word On Sports / January 5
Isaiah Hartenstein’s Injury is Causing Problems for OKC
Since coming off a strong start to the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder are facing certain hiccups in their games. Between tough losses to the Spurs and getting beat in the clutch against West teams, nothing has been easy.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 2
Holmgren, Stewart Named Defensive Players Of The Month
A Thunder player has been named the Western Conference’s Defensive Player of the Month for a second consecutive time. After guard Cason Wallace won the award for October/November, big man Chet Holmgren has earned the honor for December, the NBA announced today (via Twitter).
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