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On YouTubeOklahoma City Thunder News / ESPN / June 30
Presti: NBA should be rational about injury causes 
OKC GM Sam Presti said the league has been too "defensive" in its analysis of why so many players suffered Achilles injuries this season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30
Sam Presti names two ‘elite role players’ he fears OKC Thunder will never be able to find again
Sam Presti praised two players on the OKC Thunder team for their contributions in the side’s championship win. After a tough seven game series against the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals, OKC Thunder were crowned champions.
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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / June 30
Thunder Give Injury Updates Ahead of Summer League
The Thunder finally had their end-of-season press conference, where GM Sam Presti gave some significant updates. Presti gave thanks to everyone for the support, but also announced some injury concerns for specific players: Nikola Topić, Thomas Sorber, and Jalen Williams.
NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 26
Report: Nets Blocked Thunder’s Push for Egor Demin
When the reigning champs’ general manager targets the same player you pick, it’s a sign the right decision may have been made. According to NBA insider Billy Reinhardt, a member of Demin's camp (Travis Hansen) explained that Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti was quite fond of Brooklyn Nets top draft pick Egor Demin.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / CBSSports.com / June 24
2025 NBA Draft: Thunder reportedly look to trade into top 10 with two first-round picks
Fresh off their first title, Sam Presti has his eye on adding more young talent
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / June 24
'Having James, Russ, KD': Paul George Thinks Sam Presti Will Learn From Previous Mistakes, Try to Turn Thunder Into a Dynasty
After capturing their first championship in franchise history, the Oklahoma City Thunder now face a promising, yet challenging, situation in the years ahead.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24
Thunder rumors: NBA Draft targets with possible trade up into lottery
On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrated their recent NBA championship victory with a parade through the streets of the city. Less than 48 hours later, general manager Sam Presti and company will be back in the office and deciding who the team should select in the upcoming NBA Draft, where they hold the number 15 overall pick.
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / June 23
What The Rockets Can Learn From The NBA Champs
The NBA Finals are complete, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are walking away from the 2024-25 season with their first championship in the Thunder era. General Manager Sam Presti put on a masterclass of asset management throughout the years as the team slowly built around rising star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 23
Why aren't more teams following the Thunder's championship blueprint?
More teams should look at the Oklahoma City Thunder and aim to emulate them.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / June 23
OKC 2025 Champions: Five Takeaways from NBA Finals Game 7
Oklahoma City had a majestic finish in Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers, immortalizing the hype of the “OKC 2025 Champions” campaign. It was all Thunder, and they roared out loud to make history in the biggest stage of the game.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Sam Presti reacts to Thunder becoming youngest champion in 48 years
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti has long been regarded as one of the greatest executives in the history of the NBA. He has architected plenty of contending Thunder teams in the past, however, they have not gotten over the hump — until now.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12
Report: NBA team considered hiring Brian Windhorst
Brian Windhorst is regarded as one of the most prominent and plugged-in NBA reporters out there. That is why, according to one report, at least one NBA team tossed around the idea of officially hiring him.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / June 10
Paul George Applauds Thunder GM Sam Presti for Building a Winning Environment in OKC
The Oklahoma City Thunder have dominated the NBA this year en route to a 68-14 regular season record and a dominant playoff run. Now tied with the Indiana Pacers 1-1 in the NBA Finals, they’re just three games away from winning the first championship in franchise history.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8
Alex Caruso roasts Thunder GM Sam Presti with revelation
The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently gearing up for Game 2 of the NBA Finals, where they will look to even things up at 1-1 with the Indiana Pacers.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5
Thunder rumors: Would Sam Presti ‘ride off into sunset’ with NBA title?
With the Oklahoma City Thunder entering the 2025 NBA Finals as favorites over the Indiana Pacers, could Thunder GM Sam Presti be on the verge of wrapping his 18-year tenure with an NBA title?
Why Sam Presti’s Executive Of The Year Award Is Long Overdue
OKLAHOMA – After years of reshaping rosters and acquiring elite talent, Sam Presti finally received the recognition he long deserved. The Oklahoma City Thunder executive claimed the 2024-25 NBA Executive of the Year award.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / BasketballNews.com / May 6
Sam Presti named 2024–25 NBA Executive of the Year
Oklahoma City Thunder Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti has been honored as the 2024–25 NBA Executive of the Year, marking his first
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / May 6
Thunder GM Sam Presti named NBA Executive of Year
Oklahoma City Thunder executive vice president and general manager Sam Presti was named the 2024-25 NBA Basketball Executive of the Year on Tuesday. It is the first honor for Presti, 47, who previously finished second in 2009-10, 2019-20 and 2023-24.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Thunder GM Sam Presti named Executive of the Year
It’s the first time that Presti, who has run the Thunder’s front office since 2007, has earned the honor.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / June 27, 2024
Sam Presti Calls Nikola Topic 'Extraordinarily Mature' After No. 12 Pick in 2024 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Nikola Topic with the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. This selection was the only pick made official at the time Sam Presti spoke to the assembled local media so the top executive could not touch on Weber State product Dillon Jones who the Thunder used the No.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / May 29, 2024
Thunder GM admits Gordon Hayward trade was a mistake
Ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline, the Thunder acquired Hayward, who was supposed to be the final piece to put them over the top.
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