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Lucky 13? Thunder out to extend win streak vs. Warriors

At 20-1, the Oklahoma City Thunder are off to the second-best start in NBA history. On Tuesday, the reigning NBA champions will take on the only franchise that has started better, the Golden State Warriors, when the teams square off in San Francisco.

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NBA Veterans Criticized For Saying Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Has A Better 'Offensive Bag' Than Michael Jordan

Paul Pierce and Danny Green have gone viral on social media after their recent claims on the ‘No Fouls Given’ podcast revealed their true feelings on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Jordan.

Chet Holmgren News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 1

Chet Holmgren Continues to Unlock His Game, Consistency Key

There has always been something unique about Chet Holmgren's game. Climbing the ranks as a high schooler earned him the unicorn label quickly as this plus seven-footer showed off high end handles for his size, playmaking chops, shot creation ability and three level scoring spurred on by his elite trey ball.

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The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 1

OKC Thunder Star Set to Have His Jersey Retired at Alma Mater

Last week, Santa Clara announced plans to retire the jersey of Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams. It’s quite the honor for Williams, who is only in his third season in the NBA.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Thunder’s Jalen Williams outlines growing respect for Isaiah Joe’s shooting touch

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams admitted to having a newfound respect for Isaiah Joe’s role for the defending champions. Williams takes temendous pride in his elite defense, which Jalen says two wrist surgeries, followed by months of rehab, didn’t impact his approach throughout his first two games.

Teams around the NBA are panicking about what could come next for OKC Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been on an absolute tear to begin the 2025-26 NBA season. The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Portland Trail Blazers to improve to 20-1 on the season.

Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Thunder’s Jalen Williams taking pride in defense amid return from wrist injury

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams made his season debut two days before Sunday’s 123-115 win against the Portland Blazers, and showed little rust on the defensive end of the floor.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / EssentiallySports / December 1

Calls Mount on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for Illegal Act Despite Historic NBA Record

Every superstar, regardless of their sport, often receives criticism, and NBA players are no exceptions. One such major accusation attached to Oklahoma City Thunder’s point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is: flopping.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 1

Stiles Points: Ajay Mitchell Showed Great Majority in Win Over Blazers

Ajay Mitchell has been the talk of the town, not only locally but throughout the basketball world. The Sophomore guard has made a massive impact on the Oklahoma City Thunder amid their 20-1 start to the season, stealing headlines and earning big minutes in Mark Daigneault's rotation.

Deni Avdija News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Thunder will ‘look in the mirror’ to fix foul issues after Deni Avdija’s big night

After the Oklahoma City Thunder’s eight-point win (123-115) against the Portland Blazers, coach Mark Daigneault reacted to Deni Avdija’s 23 free-throw attempts amid a 31-point performance.

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3 Reasons Why Oklahoma City has to Retain Isaiah Hartenstein

Despite missing multiple key players for extended periods of time with injuries in consecutive seasons, the Oklahoma City Thunder are off to a historic 20-1 start.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

‘Dang, bro!’ Thunder’s Jalen Williams in awe of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ridiculous streak

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has the second-longest streak of scoring 20+ points in NBA history, surpassing Wilt Chamberlain’s 92-game streak, which got a strong reaction from All-Star Jalen Williams.

NBA Makes Historic Thunder Announcement on Sunday

When the OKC Thunder captured the NBA title last year, many brought up how equipped the team is to have a long runway in terms of contending. Amid their latest victory Sunday, they've shown no signs of a championship hangover as they've etched their name in history.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / November 30

Sizzling Thunder avenge their season's lone loss vs. Blazers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder increased their winning streak to 12 with a 123-115 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / November 30

Thunder facing preview of life without Isaiah Hartenstein

Thunder facing preview of life without expensive big man Isaiah Hartenstein

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be without center Hartenstein for 10-14 days. It's a preview of what salary cap constraints might force their roster into next season.

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