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OKC Thunder's Second-Round Pick Is Looking To Find His Shooting Stride
Oklahoma City’s rookie guard is looking to finally get into his groove during the Summer League. The Oklahoma City Thunder have now played in two NBA Summer League contests but have unfortunately fallen short in both, after losing to the Hawks on Monday night 82-77.
OKC Thunder Injuries Hindering Impact of Summer League
Oklahoma City has been in action for a couple of Summer League matchups already, but it’s clear that this summer isn’t quite going as planned. The Thunder wrapped up their season just over a month ago, and it didn’t take long for the focus to turn to Summer League.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 7
Tulsa Native Turns in Strong Summer League Performance for OKC Thunder
On July 6, Oklahoma City played its second Summer League contest, falling 82-77 against the Atlanta Hawks. Despite taking a 20-point lead in the first half, a 19-point, 15-rebound performance from rookie big man Zuby Ejiofor led the Hawks to a comeback victory.
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 7
Thunder undrafted rookie goes off in summer league outing
In an 82-77 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Payton Sandfort showed off his 3-point range, as the undrafted forward is making headway ahead of his second season.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Ball Exclusives / July 6
Mara and Sandfort providing more hope for OKC’s future
While the Thunder lost their Summer League game to the Atlanta Hawks 82-77, Aday Mara and Payton Sandfort showcased much potential. The Thunder’s 12th-overall pick Aday Mara showed flashes of defensive dominance.
Aaron Wiggins News / Field Level Media / July 6
Hawks acquire G Aaron Wiggins in trade with Thunder
The Atlanta Hawks acquired guard Aaron Wiggins from the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday in exchange for second-round draft picks in 2030 and 2032. Wiggins, 27, was a second-round draft pick by the Thunder in 2021 and made 35 starts the following season as a rookie when he averaged 8.3 points with 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 50 total games.
OKC Thunder First-Round Pick Shows Positive Flashes In Summer League Debut
The Thunder’s first draft pick has now represented Oklahoma City for the first time. Oklahoma City has started NBA Summer League play, as they took on the Minnesota Gizzlies on Saturday afternoon.
Bennett Stirtz News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 5
Bennett Stirtz Shows Creation Potential in NBA Summer League Debut
Although the Oklahoma City Thunder fell 111-74 to the Memphis Grizzlies to open the Salt Lake City Summer League, the team's first-round point guard showed flashes of greatness.
Kenrich Williams' Return Brings Positional Versatility for OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City’s roster has taken shape for next season, and its latest move could be one of its most important. After the dust settled from the Thunder’s early offseason transactions, their attention turned to the free agency of Kenrich Williams.
Analyzing OKC Thunder Two-Way Brooks Barnhizer's Showing Against Memphis
Just a few weeks after the NBA Finals came to an end, basketball is back. The 2026 Summer League kicked off on Friday, July 3, and the Oklahoma City Thunder played their first contest of the summer on July 4.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Could OKC Thunder Star Blossoming Put Team In Rough Financial Position In Future?
Could a rising superstar put the Thunder in a rough spot down the road? The Oklahoma City Thunder have had to make some tough decisions this offseason, as they were balancing roster spots and their total salary.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 4
Bennett Stirtz, Aday Mara turn in near-identical stats in Thunder summer league opener
The Oklahoma City Thunder have players scattered during Fourth of July weekend. Including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander playing across the border for his native Canada.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 4
OKC Thunder Routed by Grizzlies in Summer League Opener
The Oklahoma City Thunder are 0-1 to start the NBA Summer League. The Thunder fell in Salt Lake City to the Memphis Grizzlies, 111-74. This was the debut of the Thunder Summer League circuit that starts in Salt Lake City for a trio of games and then shifts to Vegas next week with all 30 teams there.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 4
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named ‘Canada’s national treasure’ by coach
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has placed himself in complicated conversations over the last few years. His meteoric rise over the last three years has already put him in all-time point guard discussions.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / HITC / July 4
NBA fans hilariously react to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s new hairstyle
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander surprises NBA fans with a new look. The 2025-26 NBA season ended in heartbreak for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder as they failed to defend their NBA Championship.
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.
Thomas Sorber News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Thomas Sorber Undergoes Knee Procedure, Out At Least Four Weeks
Thomas Sorber had a minor arthroscopic procedure on his right knee on Wednesday in Los Angeles and is expected to return to on-court activity in around four weeks, the Thunder announced.
Cason Wallace News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29
1 surprising player could leave the Thunder this summer
The Oklahoma City Thunder might be taking an unexpected hit to their depth this offseason. There is a belief around the league that Thunder guard Cason Wallace may be open to leaving the team, Brian Lewis of The New York Post reported on Monday.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 29
Thunder exercise Lu Dort’s option; decline Kenrich Williams
The Thunder aren’t letting Lu Dort go anywhere. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Oklahoma City has exercised Dort’s $17.7 million team option for the 2026-27 season, ensuring one of the NBA’s top perimeter defenders remains under contract.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Spun / June 27
Shams Charania Called Out For 'Disingenuous' Report About Isaiah Hartenstein
ESPN insider Shams Charania is facing some backlash this weekend due to his report about Isaiah Hartenstein's new contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27
Thunder sign Isaiah Hartenstein to huge extension
The Oklahoma City Thunder are betting big on continuity.
Otega Oweh News / Yardbarker / June 25
Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder
The 2026 NBA Draft concluded with Wednesday's second round as teams made their final selections in one of the deepest classes in the draft's history. One pick that may have flown a little under the radar was 41st overall selection Otega Oweh.
Aaron Wiggins News / Yardbarker / June 23
Hawks continue to shore up roster with shrewd Aaron Wiggins trade
It's another small but shrewd move for the improving Hawks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 22
Thunder’s latest trade signals grim offseason outlook
The financial ramifications for remaining above any luxury tax threshold are significant, and they force teams to make tough roster decisions. One team currently facing this dilemma is the Oklahoma City Thunder, the 2025 NBA champions who had their dreams of a repeat crushed by the San Antonio Spurs in heartbreaking fashion.
Aaron Wiggins News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Hawks land Thunder champion in trade
The Atlanta Hawks have plucked away an experienced veteran from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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