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On YouTubeMark Daigneault News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27
Mark Daigneault admits Spurs’ defense is unlike anything Thunder has seen this season
After losing to the San Antonio Spurs for a third time in 12 days, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault has had more than a day to digest what went awry for the defending champions.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 27
Why There's Still Optimism Surrounding OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City is in uncharted territory. For the first time since 2021, the Thunder lost back-to-back games by 15+ points, and for the first time this season Oklahoma suffered its first back-to-back loss in general.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 27
OKC Thunder's Defensive Floor Decreased in December
For the entire season up to the month of December, the Oklahoma City Thunder had dominated the league in terms of defensive efficiency. Shutting down offenses has been the team's bread and butter this season, similar to how it made its deep playoff run and claiming its eventual NBA title a year ago.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Joel Embiid News / Field Level Media / December 27
Thunder look to bounce back against Joel Embiid, Sixers
In the middle of their toughest stretch of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder aren't about to panic. The Thunder have dropped back-to-back games for the first time this season and have lost four of six since starting the season 24-1.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Why Can’t the Thunder Beat the Spurs?
Since starting the season 24-1, the Oklahoma City Thunder have gone 2-4, with three of those losses coming at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs. Just six games ago, the Thunder looked to be on pace for the best regular season in NBA history.
Alex Caruso News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 27
Alex Caruso blunt ‘hit or miss’ take on Thunder’s mindset after Spurs loss
While All-Star Jalen Williams compares the San Antonio Spurs to the 2023-24 Oklahoma City Thunder, Alex Caruso sees a reflection of last year’s championship team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 27
Easier Schedule Should Help OKC Thunder Get Back on Track
Oklahoma City is facing some adversity for the first time this season, and it should soon have a chance to reset and get back to its winning ways. On Thursday, the Thunder hosted a Christmas Day game against the San Antonio Spurs, marking Oklahoma City’s first game on the NBA’s premier holiday since 2018.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 27
Kenrich Williams Surges as OKC Thunder's Most Consistent Role Player
The Oklahoma City Thunder built this team from the ground up, blowing up a first-round exit team to set a new chapter of Thunder basketball up to prosper.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA Analysis Network / December 27
Ex-NBA player gives brutal reality check to Thunder after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander admitted Spurs are superior
The Oklahoma City Thunder may be the best team in the NBA, but they were recently served a reality check. For weeks, no team in the NBA had an answer for the Oklahoma City Thunder as they are still the No.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 26
OKC Thunder's Lack of Offensive Support Highlighting Scoring Flaws
Oklahoma City's extensive depth has been on display for nearly the entire duration of the season thus far. Having 26 wins and five losses, on paper you'd think all is nearly perfect for this team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 26
OKC Thunder Needs Aaron Wiggins to Find His Groove Again
Over the last few weeks of the season, where Oklahoma City has struggled most, they’ve been pretty one dimensional offensively. As a team that usually relies on defense to create offense, it feels like they’ve gotten into too many stagnant front court situations.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / December 26
Spurs spoil Thunder’s Christmas, claim third straight win over champs
The NBA hosted a great slate of games on Christmas Day. One of the most anticipated games was between the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder and the Victor Wembanyama-led San Antonio Spurs.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 26
Why Spurs have become Thunder’s kryptonite and biggest threats to possible two-peat
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Thunder met its number one contender and biggest threat to repeating as NBA champions in the San Antonio Spurs. After
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 26
Could OKC Thunder Big Man Be X Factor in Spurs Matchups Moving Forward?
Oklahoma City suffered another loss to its newest rival on Christmas, but there’s a chance one missing player could have made a key difference. Just a couple of days after the San Antonio Spurs secured a win against the Thunder in Texas, the teams met again for a Christmas Day duel at the Paycom Center.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / December 26
Fans Should Not Overreact to the Thunder vs Spurs Results
In the aftermath of the latest Thunder vs Spurs matchup, it seems that Oklahoma City fans are panicking with the team’s disappointing games. Sure, we have seen some alarming performances from OKC players.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 26
Victor Wembanyama admits Spurs cracked the code to beat Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder have lost five games this season. Three of those games have been against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 26
Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are the Thunder's Kryptonite
The 2025-26 Oklahoma City Thunder are one of the best teams in NBA history. Unless they're playing the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 25
Spurs stake claim as NBA's best with Christmas Day win over Thunder
The San Antonio Spurs have become a serious problem. Especially for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Beyond Loyalty: Why Terrell Owens and the NFL’s Elite Defended Kevin Durant’s Move to the Warriors
In the high-stakes world of professional sports, few moves have been as divisive as Kevin Durant’s 2016 departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder to join the Golden State Warriors.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / December 25
2025 Year in Review: Thunder Win First NBA Title
[Editor’s note: This article is from Athlon Sports’ 2025 “Year in Review” magazine, which celebrates the year’s champions and relives the biggest moments from across the world of sports.
Jalen Brunson News / EssentiallySports / December 24
$8,700,000 Star Urged to Leave Thunder for Jalen Brunson-Like Career Path
Even though the Oklahoma City Thunder has faced some challenges lately, it’s undeniable that they’ve been nearly perfect for most of the season, considering they are the defending champions.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / December 25
3 Areas the Oklahoma City Thunder Must IMPROVE In
The Oklahoma City Thunder have started the season at a historical pace, then lost three of their last five games, standing at 26-4. The Thunder possesses a few areas that need improvement.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / December 22
NBA Makes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Announcement on Monday
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are seeking a bounce-back win on Monday night against the Memphis Grizzlies. The defending champions are coming off a disappointing 112-107 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, which marked their second loss in three games.
Chet Holmgren News / Athlon Sports / December 21
Thunder Announce Chet Holmgren News on Sunday
Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder are in a bit of a slump of late. After starting the NBA season with a 24-1 record, the defending champions have suddenly lost two out of their last three games.
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