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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 1
1 undrafted Thunder 2026 NBA Summer League star who could make roster
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s roster for the 2026-27 season is basically set. They might have traded away three rotation players in Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe,
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31
Ajay Mitchell’s honest response to Thunder’s offseason trades ahead of 2026-27 season
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti has made a few difficult decisions this offseason, trading away veterans Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe, of whom Ajay Mitchell will surely miss ahead of his third season with the only team he’s ever played for.
Jaylin Williams' Future with the OKC Thunder Rides on Next Season
This upcoming season could determine one Thunder forward’s future with the team. The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a busy offseason, as they have tried to manage their roster to be under the second apron, all while still trying to compete at a championship level.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
K. C. Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 31
OKC Thunder Looking to Add Another Underrated Accolade Next Season
Oklahoma City’s dominance has been undeniable in recent years, and it should be able to prove itself again next season. Over the past three years, the Thunder have become one of the top attractions in the NBA.
20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s
An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31
Thunder exec’s ‘sad ‘confession on trading Aaron Wiggins, Isaiah Joe, Lu Dort
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2026 offseason facing the difficult realities of maintaining a championship-caliber roster, and one team executive admitted the decisions to trade Aaron Wiggins, Isaiah Joe and Lu Dort were among the toughest the organization has made.
Jared McCain News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 29
Jared McCain Must Be Prepared For A Bigger Role Next Season
The young Thunder guard will have to be ready to bear a significant workload this season. The Oklahoma City Thunder will be looking for multiple players to step up this season, as their roster looks very different from just a season ago.
OKC Thunder Forward Could be Overlooked Piece of Starting Lineup Puzzle
Oklahoma City has used a plethora of starting fives over the past couple of years, and a familiar face could be making an appearance in that first group more often next season.
What is the OKC Thunder's Biggest Flaw Heading into 2026-27 Campaign?
The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of an impressive run. The team has earned the Western Conference's No. 1 seed in three consecutive seasons, winning more than 60 games in each of the past two years.
The OKC Thunder Still Have Plenty To Prove
Oklahoma City has a lot to prove this upcoming season. The Oklahoma City Thunder are no doubt one of the top teams in the league, but they are looking to prove that with another NBA Title once again.
Which OKC Thunder Player Will Take the Biggest Leap in 2026-27?
The Oklahoma City Thunder are slated to have another strong campaign following consecutive seasons with more than 60 wins. Mark Daigneault's team features one of the most talented rosters in the NBA, and should see contributions from a number of players.
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.
Using Final Roster Spot on Two-Way Conversion Would be Mistake for OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City has one roster spot open, and it needs to avoid making a mistake in filling it. On Sunday night, the Thunder’s seemingly filled final roster spot opened up once again after the Denver Nuggets matched the offer sheet for Spencer Jones.
OKC Thunder's Starting Five Is Looking To Prove They Deserve To Be Deemed The Best
When the game is on the line, Oklahoma City can put the best possible squad in the NBA on the floor, well, almost. With this year’s NBA offseason being one of the most hectic in recent years, rosters all throughout the league look completely different.
Don't Expect the OKC Thunder to Regress Defensively in 2026-27
From the moment Mark Daigneault became the head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, the team has had a distinct identity of what makes it run. Daigneault has created a defensive powerhouse surrounding an offensive superstar, consistently leading one of, if not the best, defenses in the league each season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / July 27
Thunder’s cost-cutting moves reportedly about budget, not second apron
The Thunder won the NBA championship in 2025 and contended again last season. Keeping that championship-level roster together is another matter. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, Oklahoma City’s decisions to move Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe this offseason weren’t primarily about avoiding second-apron restrictions.
Sam Presti News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27
Fans are calling Sam Presti a ‘savage’ for his sneaky move that hurts Thunder rival
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti pulled off a cheeky move this offseason that immediately put a Western Conference rival in a bind. The Thunder made a seemingly inconspicuous transaction on Saturday by signing Denver Nuggets free agent Spencer Jones to a 2-year, $12 million offer sheet.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Did one shot in NBA bubble help send LeBron James to 76ers?
James recently signed with the 76ers, and this may have played a role in it.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father names a scenario where star leaves the Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father, Vaughn, does not see the two-time NBA Most Valuable Player parting ways with the Oklahoma City Thunder down the road. Gilgeous-Alexander will always be linked to the Toronto Raptors simply because he’s Canadian, but Oklahoma City is his true NBA home in Vaughn’s eyes.
Aday Mara News / Yardbarker / July 20
Thunder's Aday Mara dubbed NBA's 'most disappointing rookie' — but not so fast
Why Thunder fans shouldn't worry about Mara's Summer League showing or the opinions of that performance from analysts.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20
Sam Presti addresses the Thunder’s decision to trade Lu Dort
The Oklahoma City Thunder knew they couldn’t keep the gang together intact, and that they would have to part ways with one of their key players in the
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / July 20
Thunder’s Sam Presti says Lu Dort trade came down to finances
The Thunder didn’t trade Luguentz Dort because they stopped believing in him. They traded him because the numbers no longer worked. Speaking with Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman, Thunder general manager Sam Presti acknowledged the deal that sent Dort to the Hawks was driven by Oklahoma City’s financial outlook rather than basketball concerns.
Luguentz Dort News / Yardbarker / July 19
Thunder trading fan-favorite Luguentz Dort to Hawks in cost-cutting decision
Dort played a key role when the Thunder won their first championship in Oklahoma City during the 2024-25 season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 14
Team USA announces additions to men's basketball coaching staff
With the 2028 Summer Olympics rapidly approaching, the Team USA Men's Basketball program is busy working on finalizing its coaching staff.
Aday Mara News / Yardbarker / July 12
Thunder rookie center Aday Mara has brutal Summer League debut
The Oklahoma City Thunder have high hopes for Mara, taken with the No. 12 pick in June's draft. Mara's NBA Summer League debut might make the Thunder temper those expectations.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / July 3
Thunder Sign Mara, Stirtz, Three Two-Way Players
The Thunder announced a series of signings on Friday in a pair of press releases, filling two spots on their standard roster and all three of their two-way slots.
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