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On YouTubeShai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 13
Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Dismisses Rival Talk, Looks Forward to Playing Legends
Over the course of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s rise to the top, he has been in so many different conversations regarding tiers and caliber. He ascended from a fun young player, to an All-Star, to an All-NBA guy, and finally, an MVP.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / October 13
Is OKC Capable of Reaching 70 Wins in 2025-26?
The pressure is always on for the defending champions. After winning 68 games in the regular season, it seems expectations are bigger for OKC, with 70 wins being the bar set before the champions.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13
Steve Nash anoints Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as Canadian GOAT
Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received his flowers from Hall of Fame guard Steve Nash. While Gilgeous-Alexander plans to add to his legacy, Nash says it’s already established as an inspiration to an entire generation in Canada.
The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz
How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 13
How Will OKC Thunder's 'Big 3' Rank Among NBA Stars in 2030?
After winning an NBA title in 2025 and returning the team's entire roster, Oklahoma City is the betting favorite to take home another championship in 2026.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13
4 takeaways from Thunder’s first week of preseason
The Oklahoma City Thunder returned for the preseason as the defending champion gear up for the 2025-26 campaign. Continuing to grow as individuals and in unison was the underlying theme throughout training camp, as the Thunder is a rare case of a championship team bringing nearly every player back the following season to defend a title.
Brooks Barnhizer News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 13
How Brooks Barnhizer Embodies Thunder Culture
The Oklahoma City Thunder have created an identity and culture under Head Coach Mark Daigneault as a physical team that plays elite team defense. General Manager Sam Presti has attacked the draft searching for players who fit this mold the past few seasons.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / October 13
What Thunder Fans Should Expect From Premiering Documentaries
OKLAHOMA CITY — The city’s basketball heart is about to relive a golden moment. In a rare stretch of back-to-back features, two major OKC Thunder documentaries will premiere this week.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Rookie delivers impressive performance amid Thunder guards’ injuries
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chris Youngblood made the most of his opportunity in Saturday’s preseason matchup against the Indiana Pacers, as the undrafted shooter continued to impress head coach Mark Daigneault.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 12
Why the OKC Thunder Are So Excited About Ajay Mitchell
After missing Oklahoma City’s first three preseason games with an ankle injury, Ajay Mitchell returned to the court and showed why Oklahoma City is so excited about his future.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / October 12
Who is Viktor Lakhin? OKC Thunder add Russian star to NBA roster
The Oklahoma City Thunder are still making moves to improve their roster. After all, the 2025-26 NBA season will be crucial for the Oklahoma City Thunder as they hope to retain their championship.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 12
OKC Thunder's Mark Daigneault Receiving Well-Deserved Respect Among the NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault first put the league on notice back when the Thunder claimed the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference in 2023-24.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
2 Thunder guards exit preseason game with injuries
In a preseason NBA Finals rematch against the Indiana Pacers, Oklahoma City Thunder guards Ajay Mitchell and Isaiah Joe suffered injuries that ended their night in the first half of a 116-101 loss.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 12
Will OKC Thunder Lead the NBA in Wins Again During 2025-26 Season?
It's no surprise that the Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to be one of the best teams in the NBA once again this season. After winning 68 games during the 2024-25 campaign en route to the franchise's first title, OKC brought back most of its roster, even adding a few young pieces from the past few draft classes.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / October 12
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 2025-26 Fantasy Outlook: Repeat MVP Season Incoming?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the catalyst for the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Championship Run last season, and was one of the top fantasy performers, obviously so, as he won that MVP award last season.
Brooks Barnhizer News / NBA Draft on SI / October 11
Thunder Rookie Brooks Barnhizer Impressing Through NBA Preseason
Coming off a championship, the Oklahoma City Thunder's rotation will likely remain the same as last season. They have their core back and healthy, so there isn't anything that needs to be changed.
Mark Daigneault News / NBA Analysis Network / October 10
Mark Daigneault admits ‘impactful’ Oklahoma City Thunder star’s improvement is easy to overlook
The Oklahoma City Thunder possess multiple intriguing young talents. Their interesting players extend beyond young stars like Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, who form the core alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Thomas Sorber News / Hoops Rumors / October 10
Thunder granted disabled player exception
The Thunder have been awarded a disabled player exception as a result of Thomas Sorber‘s season-ending knee surgery.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 9
NBA GMs pick Thunder to repeat, with Cavs and Nuggets in running
NBA general managers see little doubt about who sits atop the league heading into 2025-26, and it’s the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the 24th annual GM survey conducted by John Schuhmann of NBA.com, 80% of general managers picked Oklahoma City to repeat as NBA champions.
Nikola Topic News / Last Word On Sports / October 8
This Thunder Rookie Guard Benefits from the Nikola Topic Injury
While they had a fair offseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder aren’t without problems. With the Nikola Topic injury sending yet another change in OKC’s potential rotation, another Thunder rookie guard gets to shine in his stead.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / October 7
What brutal injury means for Thunder guard Nikola Topic
Guard Nikola Topic of the Oklahoma City Thunder missed last season while recovering from a torn ACL. This week's injury won't keep him out as long, but it might be far more painful.
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