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On YouTubeOklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 7
Billy Donovan’s classy message to Thunder’s Mark Daigneault, Sam Presti at HOF night
The Oklahoma City Thunder are starting to turn their attention away from the 2025 championship they just won and toward the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season, which is slated to begin in a month and a half.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 2
Why OKC Thunder's Sam Presti Might Not Repeat as Executive of the Year
Fittingly, Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti won his first career Executive of the Year award in the same season the Thunder won its first NBA championship.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 12
OKC Thunder vs. the CBA: Can Sam Presti and company come out on top?
There has been plenty said about the Oklahoma City Thunder and its teambuilding strategy, even after Sam Presti and company won the NBA Finals. After signing stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren to contract extensions, social media was abuzz, pondering if the team could afford the trio long term.
The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz
43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 28
Former Thunder Coach Inks Extension With Chicago Bulls
Following a fun 2019-20 season, Billy Donovan and Sam Presti discussed the future of the bench boss as the Oklahoma City Thunder were set to embark on a rebuild.
20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA
Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?
Sam Presti Shares Unique OKC Thunder Stat Could Shape Next Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder are fresh off a season that ended with 68 wins, an NBA championship and plenty of historical records. It will be tough to top the 2024-25 campaign in Thunder history, though Oklahoma City seems destined to compete for championship for the rest of the decade.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 18
Oklahoma City Thunder 2025 NBA free agency grades for every signing
In the wake of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s first NBA championship, general manager Sam Presti wasted no time reinforcing the foundation of the franchise.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16
Kendrick Perkins reveals why Sam Presti prefers current Thunder to 2012 squad
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti is behind one of the worst decisions in NBA history. He did not want to open his wallet to pay James Harden in 2012, breaking up the big three of him, Kevin Durant, and Russell Westbrook.
Sam Presti Comments on Second Apron, Repeater Penalties for OKC Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the talk of the town after clinching their first NBA Championship just three weeks ago. The confetti, celebration and congratulations are still flowing.
Sam Presti Believes Ousmane Dieng on 'Right Track'
Oklahoma City selected Ousmane Dieng with the No. 11 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. The Thunder knew the second that they turned the draft card in, Dieng would be a project.
Sam Presti Opens Up About Scouting Process
As the NBA has grown in popularity, everyone has turned into an amateur scout. Whom amongst us hasn't been a back-seat General Manager for a team? Breaking down the film of prospects to make sweeping claims about their careers before it begins, condemn or congratulate teams the second after picks are made with preconceived notions.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 7
Thunder’s Sam Presti confesses to recently discovered rap career
Decades before Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti tailored his franchise’s first championship team, he was laying down tracks for his first rap album as an undergrad at Boston’s Emerson College.
Sam Presti Completed the Rebuild Speedrun
In the summer of 2019, Sam Presti and the Oklahoma City Thunder rocketed themselves into an expected long-term rebuild after trading All-NBA forward Paul George and franchise cornerstone guard Russell Westbrook within weeks of each other.
Sam Presti Offers High Praise for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
The Oklahoma City Thunder have clinched their first championship in team history behind superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The NBA MVP put together one of the best seasons of all time, not only bagging that honor but becoming the league's scoring champion, the Western Conference Finals MVP, the NBA Finals MVP and hoisting the Larry O'Brien trophy.
Sam Presti and Mark Daigneault: A Duo Cut from the Same Cloth
Sam Presti began his career as an NBA general manager for the Oklahoma City Thunder back in 2007—as a young, bright-eyed, elated 30-year old to be in that position.
Sam Presti Offers Glowing Review of OKC Thunder Head Coach
From top to bottom, Oklahoma City ran a nearly flawless operation this season. As echoed by the media and front offices across the league though, this is nothing new.
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 / 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 / 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.
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 / 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.
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 / Yardbarker / October 18
Biggest potential flaw for Thunder ahead of 2024-25 season
Will the front office be decisive if the team needs help at the deadline?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 27, 2024
GM Sam Presti: Thunder don't expect No. 12 pick to play next season
Nearly two years after their No. 2 overall pick (Chet Holmgren) suffered a foot injury that sidelined him for his entire rookie season, the Thunder used their 2024 lottery pick on another player they expect to have a redshirt season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21, 2024
Thunder GM gives surprising reason why team traded star guard
The GM decided to break up Oklahoma City's young core and acquire 30-year-old Alex Caruso in the deal.
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 28, 2024
Thunder GM takes blame for key midseason decision: 'I missed'
Presti discussed the botched maneuver as well as his perspective on the Thunder's rapidly developing young core.
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