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Chet Holmgren names NBA’s best defender – and it’s not him or Victor Wembanyama
Comparisons between Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama have intensified since 2023, when the French star was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs. Their development has been closely followed since then.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 3
Thunder Star Chet Holmgren Puts the Longevity of LeBron James into Perspective Ahead of Round 2
The Oklahoma City Thunder's upcoming second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers is full of storylines, but a battle between a championship-proven, but still young, Thunder team against a Lakers squad scattered with long-tenured veterans and unproven youngsters is the biggest highlight.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / May 2
Kendrick Perkins Says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Would Rank Top 10 All-Time If He Wins It All This Season
Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a phenomenal 2024-25 season, and this 2025-26 campaign could prove to be just as incredible.
The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 30-point games in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren admires LeBron James’ longevity before Lakers series
For the first time in his four-year career, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren will face Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James in the playoffs.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 2
OKC Thunder NBA Playoffs 2nd Round Schedule, Tip Times, TV Broadcast
The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Los Angeles Lakers in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs with sights set on continuing their postseason journey which features the Bricktown Ballers attempting to repeat as NBA Champions.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2
Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s revealing Luka Doncic take ahead of Lakers series
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic’s impending return ahead of their Western Conference semifinal series.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 2
Big Man Battle Heavily Favors OKC in Thunder-Lakers Matchup
Oklahoma City is set for a second-round matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, and the battle of the bigs should be a massive advantage for the defending champions.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 2
Thunder vs. Lakers: Three Ways OKC can Beat Los Angeles
With the Lakers’ 98-78 Game 6 win over the Rockets on Friday, the Oklahoma City Thunder have officially found their second-round opponent. Oklahoma City was the only team to sweep in the first round, and has patiently waited for the conclusion of Rockets-Lakers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
LeBron James explains how Lakers can beat Thunder
James knows that they're facing an uphill battle.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Poses Interesting Matchup With Lakers Veteran
After securing a series win in Game 6 against the Houston Rockets, the Los Angeles Lakers will take on the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the Western Conference Playoffs.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
OKC Thunder Guard Ajay Mitchell Made Key Adjustment in Game 4
In the early stages of the first quarter, during Ajay Mitchell's second career playoff start in Phoenix on Monday, the second-year guard attacked downhill.
Can Aaron Wiggins Still Break Into OKC Thunder Playoff Rotation?
Oklahoma City swept its way through the first round of the playoffs, but it still has plenty of questions to answer moving forward. The Thunder’s second-round matchup is only a few days away.
Ajay Mitchell Can Win OKC Thunder Round 2
As the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers continue to duel in the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs, the defending champions, Oklahoma City Thunder, receive well-deserved rest after sweeping the No.
The Thunder's Playoff Path Is Becoming Clearer
The full playoff path for Oklahoma City is starting to take shape. The Oklahoma City Thunder are still waiting to see who their round two opponent will be, as the series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets is yet to conclude.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 30
How Will Second-Round Opponent Impact OKC Thunder Starting Five?
Oklahoma City is back in the second round, but its starting five may still look a bit different than usual. On Monday night, the Thunder finished off their first-round series against the Phoenix Suns to complete a sweep in the opening round for the third straight season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 30
Mark Daigneault Gives High Praise to Former OKC Thunder Forward
On Monday night, it was hard not to reflect on the journey the Oklahoma City Thunder have been on. The team has just completed their third straight sweep of their No.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 30
Chaotic NBA First Round Helps Illustrate OKC Thunder's Dominance
Oklahoma City is out of the first round, but most of the league is still trying to get out of the opening series. On Monday night, the Thunder became the first team to punch their ticket to the second round of the playoffs.
The 'Active 100-block NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to record 100 or more blocks in a single season can you name in six five minutes?
Mark Daigneault News / Hoops Wire / April 28
Thunder still have yet to lose first-round game under Mark Daigneault
This was never much of a series. It turned into a statement. The Thunder completed a clean sweep of the Suns, finishing it off with a 131-122 win in Game 4 and moving on without much resistance.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28
Oklahoma City Thunder sweep their way to second round
Facing elimination, the Phoenix Suns didn't lie down against the Oklahoma City Thunder. It wasn't enough to avoid a four-game sweep.
Jared McCain News / Larry Brown Sports / April 26
Jared McCain had the worst flop attempt of the NBA playoffs
The jokes are writing themselves now that Jared McCain is on the Oklahoma City Thunder. McCain, the Thunder guard, went viral during Saturday’s Game 3 against the Phoenix Suns for his pathetic flop attempt.
The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 40+ points in an postseason game can you name in five minutes?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker / April 25
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ready to shoulder another champion run after incredible Game 3 win over Suns
Gilgeous-Alexander had arguably the best games of his already-prolific playoff career in Saturday's 121-109 win.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23
Thunder get Jalen Williams injury update after Game 2
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the NBA Playoffs as the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference and with hopes of a second straight NBA title. However, the Thunder will have to play without Jalen Williams for some time after he suffered an injury in Game 2 against the Phoenix Suns.
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