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NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Join Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Bill Russell in NBA History
Just like the last time, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is already in elite company after winning his second straight NBA MVP award. But the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar now has a chance to accomplish something only three legends in league history have ever achieved.
Shams Charania News / The Spun / May 17
Shams Charania Shamed For Leaking NBA MVP Award
Shams Charania is a newsbreaker. On Sunday morning, the ESPN NBA insider broke some major news. Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won the NBA's MVP award.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
OKC Thunder Continue Historic MVP Dominance With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Latest Win
Despite all the hate around them, the Oklahoma City Thunder continue to establish themselves as one of the defining franchises of the modern NBA era. And being Oklahoma’s centerpiece, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just added another historic achievement to that legacy.
The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz
How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
International Dominance Continues as NBA MVP Streak Reaches Historic Number
The Oklahoma City Thunder phenom Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making waves in the basketball world after clinching his second consecutive NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history
Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.
Jalen Williams News / Total Apex Sports / May 17
Jalen Williams Ready for the Moment as Thunder Enter the 2026 West Finals
For a team that has spent the past two seasons growing up faster than anyone expected, the Oklahoma City Thunder just got the kind of news that can shift an entire series.
NBA News / EasySportz / May 17
Spurs vs Thunder Is About To Feed Families
This is not just another playoff series. The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are about to give the NBA its most exciting Western Conference Finals matchup in years — and honestly, this series is going to feed families.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17
4 storylines to follow in Thunder-Spurs series
Only the San Antonio Spurs handed the Oklahoma City Thunder four losses during the regular season, making this year’s Western Conference Finals all the more interesting ahead of Game 1 at the Paycom Center.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17
Jalen Williams sends a message to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s critics
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams had a message for critics of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after SGA won his second consecutive MVP award. Gilgeous-Alexander will officially be named MVP on Sunday night, though reports had already indicated he had won the award.
The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history
The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / May 17
Dwight Howard Congratulates Shai Gilgeous-Alexander While Sharing His Own MVP Pick
The NBA MVP race has wrapped up, and Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has left everyone in awe by clinching the award for the second straight year.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / HITC / May 17
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can join Jordan, Russell and LeBron in rare NBA club
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to be confirmed as this season’s MVP later today after ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the result this Sunday. The Thunder guard overcame Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama in a fierce race, giving him a second straight MVP award.
2026 NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Two Big Men in First Round
The Oklahoma City Thunder's Western Conference Finals matchup is set. OKC will meet the San Antonio Spurs, who beat Mark Daigneault's team four times in the regular season, with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 17
OKC Thunder Breakout Guard Could be Key to Matchup vs. Spurs
Oklahoma City’s hopes of returning to the NBA Finals could hinge on the play of its breakout guard. On Monday night, the Thunder will tip off Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 17
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's reported MVP win adds fuel for Victor Wembanyama before Spurs-Thunder WCF
The San Antonio Spurs hope Wembanyama is taking the 2025-26 NBA MVP vote personally heading into the Western Conference Finals.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Hoops Wire / May 17
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander expected to win second straight MVP
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is set to do it again. Multiple sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania that Gilgeous-Alexander will win his second consecutive Most Valuable Player award, with the official announcement scheduled for Sunday at 7:30 p.m.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17
Jared McCain drops Drake Iceman TikTok dance before during playoff lull
Jared McCain couldn’t miss the opportunity of dancing to Drake’s new Iceman drop. The Oklahoma City Thunder star uploaded a video of himself dancing to Drake’s “Shabang,” a record from the rapper’s latest album drop.
Isaiah Hartenstein Could Be Asked To Step Into New Role For Thunder In The Upcoming Series
Oklahoma City’s big man might have to adapt to an unfamiliar role. The Oklahoma City Thunder are gearing up for their second Western Conference Finals appearance in a row and are looking to leave it victorious, just like last year.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 17
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren always knew Jared McCain was more than ‘Linsanity’ run
The Oklahoma City Thunder continue to look like the NBA’s most complete postseason machine. One of the biggest reasons behind their terrifying playoff depth has been the emergence of Jared McCain.
The Thunder Can't Afford Extended Rest To Slow Them Down
Oklahoma City can’t let its time off be a disadvantage. The Oklahoma City Thunder are preparing for the Western Conference Finals, and now finally have an opponent.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 16
Thunder vs. Spurs West finals: Schedule, start times, where to watch
The Thunder and Spurs are set. Now it’s just a matter of when. Oklahoma City and San Antonio will open the Western Conference finals on Monday night, with Game 1 scheduled for 8:30 p.m.
Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 16
Why Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren’s 2025-26 season differs from the rest
Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren is having the best season of his career. With long-term injuries in his rear-view mirror, Holmgren helped the Thunder eliminate the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their second-round series.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 16
Spurs-Thunder WCF preview: Five factors that will help decide heavyweight clash
What happens when two unstoppable forces collide? We can't wait to find out. Before the Western Conference Finals tipoff on Monday, here are five things we'll be monitoring in the clash of titans.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 16
Spurs use complete effort to dominate Timberwolves, advance to WCF
Answering the call to close out their second-round series, the San Antonio Spurs dominated the Minnesota Timberwolves for a wire-to-wire win on Friday night.
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