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On YouTubeOklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 16
Good Outside Shooting Makes OKC Thunder Nearly Unbeatable
Oklahoma City’s outside shooting hasn’t always been a strength this season, but when it is, the defending champions rarely lose. On Thursday night, the Thunder went into Houston looking to extend their winning streak to five games after a successful homestand.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 16
Ajay Mitchell Brings Consistent Bench Impact for OKC Thunder
Secondary creation off the bench was one of the Oklahoma City Thunder's only potential weaknesses in the team's 2024-25 NBA Finals-winning season, but from the beginning of the 2025-26 campaign to now, one thing was clear.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Sneakers on SI / January 16
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's New Converse Shoes Honor His Son
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's first signature basketball shoe has generated considerable attention among NBA fans and sneakerheads.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / January 16
'I Don’t Think They Toe the Line' – Former Oklahoma City Thunder Star Gets 100% Honest on the Team’s 'Swarming' Basketball
The Oklahoma City Thunder are tough to beat because of their defense and physicality, which can be overwhelming at times for opponents, and Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant sees no problem with it.
The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise
It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 16
'Unethical Hooper': NBA Fans Rip Shai Gilgeous-Alexander For Trying To Foul-Bait Kevin Durant
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder visited Houston tonight to face Kevin Durant and the Rockets for the second time this season after opening night, and came away with a resounding 111-91 win.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 16
Oklahoma City Thunder Shut Down Houston Rockets 111-91 To Win Fifth Straight Game
In another defensive masterclass put on by the defending NBA champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder were able to shut down a potent Houston Rockets offense to notch their 35th win of the season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren gets All-Star praise from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently sitting on top of the NBA world, and according to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, it is no fluke. Following a dominant 111-91 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night, the Thunder superstar made one thing clear, Chet Holmgren belongs in the All-Star Game.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15
Udonis Haslem adds fuel to fiery Chet Holmgren-Victor Wembanyama debate
The Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs are lording it over in the Western Conference, and it is not a coincidence that they have two of the most talented young big men in the NBA in Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 15
Thunder break open tight game in 4th, take down Rockets
Chet Holmgren tallied 18 points, nine rebounds and four blocked shots, while Ajay Mitchell tallied 17 points off the bench as the Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to five with a 111-91 road victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / January 15
Thunder Earn A Significant Win By Rolling Past Rockets 111–91; 5 Important Talking Points
This one felt over long before the final buzzer and scoreline that read 111-91. Oklahoma City didn’t just beat Houston, they controlled the tone, pace, and effort from early in the first quarter and never really let go.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / January 15
Thunder are back on track after early winter skid
Nothing like a five-game winning streak to put the Oklahoma City Thunder back in charge.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 15
Who is OKC Thunder’s ‘One Player to Watch’ At the Trade Deadline
After a bit of a rocky patch, Oklahoma City is officially back on track. Any serious worry about this team was always a bit dramatized, but there was certainly slight concern about their matchup with specific Western Conference contenders.
Jalen Williams News / The Lead / January 15
Jalen Williams Has Returned to All-Star Level After Wrist Injury
As Jalen Williams returned to the court from his offseason wrist injury, he struggled to find a rhythm. With the Oklahoma City Thunder eyeing another championship run, his inability to consistently create his own shot or attack the rim stood out early.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / BasketballNews.com / January 15
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander downplays big win over Spurs: “Tonight wasn’t our super bowl”
After the Oklahoma City Thunder finally beat the San Antonio Spurs for the first time this season, reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander offered a candid take on the victory, emphasizing that it’s just one game in a long season.
Ajay Mitchell News / Last Word On Sports / January 15
Thunder Bench Power: Mitchell and J-Will Shine in Recent Games
Ajay Mitchell and Jaylin Williams have been unexpected standouts as of late for the Thunder bench. Does this mean bigger minutes for them? Standing at the midpoint of the season, it seems that OKC is finally figuring some things out.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / January 15
Thunder Report Card: Mid-Season Grades For Every Player
At the halfway point of the 2025-26 regular season, the Oklahoma City Thunder have the NBA’s best record at 34-7 for the second consecutive season. They are also tied with the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors for the best start through the first 25 games in NBA history.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14
Mark Daigneault’s ‘not complicated’ take on how Thunder limited Victor Wembanyama
OKLAHOMA CITY — Head coach Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder had plenty to work with in their preparation to take down Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs for the first time this season.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 14
Oklahoma City Thunder Cruise to 119-98 Win Over the San Antonio Spurs to Avoid Season Sweep
In yet another matchup between these two teams, the Oklahoma City Thunder were able to finally beat the San Antonio Spurs in a blowout win behind a second-half offensive surge to collect their 34th win of the season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 14
Thunder overcome kryptonite with first win of season against Spurs
After dropping its first three games to San Antonio this season, Oklahoma City was finally able to overcome its season-long shortcomings with a 119-98 win on Tuesday.
Chet Holmgren News / Last Word On Sports / January 13
Is Chet Holmgren Good Enough to Hold OKC’s Center Spot?
Chet Holmgren has been on a promising stretch in his games. But is he really the perfect fit to man OKC’s center spot moving forward? We have seen how the Thunder’s big man has been emerging as a favorite to win the Defensive Player of the Year this season.
Nikola Topic News / Last Word On Sports / January 13
Tough Thunder Rookie Is ‘Back On Court’
The Oklahoma City Thunder could see Nikola Topic suiting up in an NBA game sooner rather than later. Having missed what was supposed to be his rookie season with a torn ACL, Topic’s second attempt at starting his NBA career was being watched with wide eyes.
Jalen Williams News / Total Pro Sports / January 12
Jalen Williams Learns the Hard Way He Isn’t His Own 'Biggest Critic'
For Jalen Williams, the hardest part of this season has not been Oklahoma City’s position in the standings. It has been the disconnect between expectation and reality.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / January 9
Jalen Williams leads Thunder to comeback win over Grizz
Jalen Williams scored a season-high 26 points, Ajay Mitchell added 23 and Kenrich Williams also posted a season high with 21 off the bench as the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied from 21 points down in the second half to stun the host Memphis Grizzlies 117-116 on Friday night.
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