It seems like every superstar in the NBA is attempting to stake their claim as the best player on the planet at the start of the 2025-26 season. Giannis
Isaiah Hartenstein and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander went over 30 points together for the first time, Ajay Mitchell put up his second career double-double and the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder thrashed the Sacramento Kings 132-101 in each team's NBA Cup opener on Friday night.
The defending champions have came to play. Eight wins, now one loss following a tight-knit game against the Portland Trail Blazers where the Thunder was edged out—but nonetheless, an 8-0 start on the year is impressive.
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
A few weeks into the season, the NBA community is evaluating all the new talent that joined their respective teams. From big free agent signings to rookies making their debuts, it has been a fun few weeks seeing new faces in new places in the league.
The NBA season is still young, nothing is set in stone. However, team's have played enough games for the general public to begin making sweeping statements.
Cason Wallace and the undermanned Oklahoma City Thunder will look to return to the win column in an NBA Cup matchup against Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings on Friday.
Isaiah Joe has been the Oklahoma City Thunder’s premier sharpshooter for years. This season, Joe has elevated his shooting to a new level. He’s given OKC much-needed floor spacing, and the offense has been vastly improved with him on the floor.
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins’ name was added to the injury report as ruled out ahead of facing the Sacramento Kings in an NBA Cup game on Friday.
The Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t pop champagne bottles over their latest milestone. Why would they? They barely drank even after winning their first NBA championship.
As far as defending champions go, the Oklahoma City Thunder did well to start a franchise record of 8-0. Of course, that’s a whole lot impressive considering the fact that they went swinging without their best players.
The Oklahoma City Thunder currently lead the Western Conference, despite losing their first game of the season. The Oklahoma City Thunder have demonstrated they remain favorites while appearing even stronger than during their championship season.
The undefeated dream is over. After eight straight victories to open the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder finally tasted defeat, and it came in the most gut-wrenching way imaginable.
Deni Avdija recorded 26 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists and the Portland Trail Blazers recorded a 121-119 victory over the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night to hand the defending NBA champions their first setback of the season.
With headphones placed firmly over his ears, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins stared intently at the scouting report. That pre-game prep went beyond studying just opposing player tendencies or observing the coaching staff’s notes.
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on a historic run. The reigning NBA MVP is dominating the league once again, while putting his foot down in the sneaker industry.
The Oklahoma City Thunder is enjoying a hot start to a season once more. It cannot be denied that the defending champions are showing a lot of grit and confidence one match after another.
With a strong 126-107 win against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder remain undefeated, the only unbeaten team in the league to start the season.
The Oklahoma City Thunder regularly dominate the Trail Blazers, and they will attempt to post their 17th consecutive victory in the series when they visit Portland on Wednesday night.