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On YouTubeShai Gilgeous-Alexander News / HITC / April 14
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaks Michael Jordan record with elite scoring efficiency
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to establish himself as one of the defining players of his generation. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard is central to the MVP conversation, leading his team to the number one seed for the second straight year while ranking as the league’s second-best scorer.
Jared McCain News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Jared McCain ‘proud’ take ahead of Thunder playoff debut
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain is eager to make his playoff debut. After the defending champion Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, McCain and the Thunder closed out the regular season with a 135-103 loss to the Phoenix Suns.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
OKC Thunder's Dominance Has Brought Pressure To The Postseason
A big season brings along big expectations. The Oklahoma City Thunder have wrapped up their regular season and are awaiting to see what team they will face in their first-round matchup, starting on Sunday.
The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
OKC Thunder's Fringe Rotational Players Could Come up Big in Postseason
Oklahoma City is set for another postseason run, and the fringe of the rotation could be massive. Going into the playoffs, the Thunder are the defending champions and have plenty of confidence that they can become the first team to repeat in nearly a decade.
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
Branden Carlson Shines In His Last Showing Of The Year
The final regular-season game meant the final moment for some Thunder players to shine. Sunday night’s game against the Phoenix Suns officially wrapped up the 82-game season, along with Oklahoma City’s two-way players' season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
OKC Thunder in Familiar Spot Awaiting Play-In Results
Oklahoma City is again waiting on the play-in, and this week of waiting is becoming a postseason tradition. On Sunday night, the NBA regular season wrapped up and featured the final game for 10 teams around the league.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
OKC Thunder's Chet Holmgren Among Most Valuable NBA Contracts in 2025-26
The Oklahoma City Thunder have finished off another remarkable regular season. While reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the key catalyst to OKC's success, the Thunder saw impressive performances from a few other players on the roster this year, as well.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
The Athletic’s 146-player poll picks Thunder to win NBA Finals, but there’s a catch
If there’s one lesson the Oklahoma City Thunder learned in 2025-26, it’s that the respect that comes with winning an NBA championship can quickly turn into hate.
Nikola Topic News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
Nikola Topic Shows High Potential To End Rookie Season
The 2025-26 NBA regular season for Nikola Topic was the definition of a person turning tragedy into triumph. After missing the entire 2024-25 season with a torn ACL, becoming the first player to win the NBA Finals before appearing in a game, the No.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 13
Lottery Odds For 2026 NBA Draft Revealed: Thunder Have Chance To Get No. 1 Pick
The 2026 NBA Draft lottery picture is set, and while the worst teams control the board, there is still room for chaos. That includes a quiet but real opportunity for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 13
OKC Thunder Hope Late-Season Rest Will be as Beneficial for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as it was Last Year
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s best is imperative in OKC’s championship run. The Oklahoma City Thunder have officially capped their regular season, winning 64 games in total.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / April 13
After dominant regular season, Thunder big favorite to hold onto NBA crown
Oddsmakers really like Oklahoma City Thunder to continue their reign over the NBA and successfully defend their championship. The Thunder, who concluded
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander soars up Kendrick Perkins’ all-time rankings
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s dominance as one of the best players in the NBA has garnered serious recognition from former player Kendrick Perkins.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 12
OKC Thunder NBA Playoffs Opener Date, Time Revealed
It all begins on Sunday, April 19. As the 82 game regular season campaign came to a close on Sunday, the Thunder finished at 64-18. The best record in the NBA and sitting atop the Western Conference for the third straight year.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 11
Avoiding injury looms large as Thunder host Suns in regular season finale
The Oklahoma City Thunder's place in the postseason is set. The Thunder (64-17) will be the No. 1 overall seed when the playoffs open, their third consecutive season earning the top spot in the Western Conference.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Draft on SI / April 11
OKC Thunder Rookie Nikola Topić Records Double-Double in First NBA Start
The Oklahoma City Thunder have locked up the NBA's best record for the second year in a row. After defeating the LA Clippers to earn the team's 64th win of the 2025-26 campaign, OKC secured the No.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / EssentiallySports / April 11
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Built Unwavering Mindset Watching Stephen Curry & Kyrie Irving, Reveals Thunder Star’s Cousin
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ice-cold demeanor isn’t just a personality trait anymore; it’s the foundation of a 64-win Oklahoma City Thunder team staring at a deep postseason run.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 11
Nuggets extend winning streak despite resting starters vs. Thunder
The Denver Nuggets didn't care enough about playoff seeding to play any of their starters Friday night. After the Oklahoma City Thunder sat nine rotation players themselves, they came away with their 11th straight game and clinched home-court advantage in the first round.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Apex Sports / April 9
Oklahoma City Thunder Clinch No. 1 Seed in the West: A Historic Run
Eighty-two games. That is the grueling, unforgiving grind of an NBA regular season. It’s a marathon of late-night flights, back-to-backs, and battling through nagging injuries.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9
Wild Chet Holmgren stat emerges after Thunder clinch No. 1 seed
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 128-110 on Wednesday at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, Calif. In doing so, the Thunder have locked up the top seed in the Western Conference and the best overall record in the NBA for the second straight season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / April 9
Alex Caruso on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘Free Throw Merchant’ Narrative, LeBron James’ Work Ethic & OKC’s 60 Win Season (Exclusive)
Alex Caruso sat quietly at his locker inside the Oklahoma City Thunder locker room, far removed from the noise surrounding another historic milestone. Instead of becoming outwardly emotional over the Thunder securing the Western Conference’s No.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / April 9
Thunder Secure West’s No. 1 Seed For Third Straight Season
The Spurs have been on an absolute heater since the start of February, winning 29 of 32 games during that stretch, but it won’t be enough to catch the Thunder in the regular season standings.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 8
Spurs' Victor Wembanyama gets encouraging update amid tight NBA MVP race
San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama suffered a rib injury during a 115-102 home win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / April 3
Latest Luka Doncic injury update may have big implications for Lakers star
The hamstring injury suffered by Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic on Thursday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder is severe enough that it could keep him out for an extended period of time. The initial timetable is not exactly encouraging for the Lakers, or for his chances of winning major NBA awards and honors.
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