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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 8
What a Successful Rookie Season Looks Like for OKC Thunder Guard Bennett Stirtz
Heading into training camp, the Oklahoma City Thunder's rotation is a lot less obvious than it was going into last year. One starter and two other players who played heavy rotational minutes were traded elsewhere: Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 8
Cason Wallace Explains Why Kyrie Irving Is The Toughest Opposing Player For Him To Guard
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace has only been in the NBA for three seasons, but he has already established himself as one of the best defenders in the league.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 8
The Thunder's Small-Ball Lineup Isn't Going Anywhere Anytime Soon
The small ball lineup has worked for OKC in the past, so they shouldn’t rush to change it. The Oklahoma City Thunder have been known to have some of the best depth in the entire NBA, while not having the most traditional lineups.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 8
OKC Thunder Need Alex Caruso in Playoff Form Earlier in 2026
In his two seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder, guard Alex Caruso has made one thing clear: he rises to the occasion every time he is asked to. The defensive Swiss-army knife has raised his play in the postseason each season, being a large part of the Thunder winning their first NBA title in 2025.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 8
The One Offensive Decision the OKC Thunder Must Make Before Opening Night
The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen a transformational offseason, sending out three players on the trade market, drafting three at the 2026 NBA Draft, and re-signing some veterans contributors.
Jalen Williams News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 7
Jalen Williams Could Have His Best Season Yet Thanks To Thunder Teammates
The star Thunder wing could come back from injury to have his best year yet. Jalen Williams' career has been a rollercoaster the past couple of seasons, as he has seen the highest of highs, but then was hit with pretty low lows.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 6
The Thunder Must Rely On Reserves Next Year As The Regular Season Stretches On
Oklahoma City will have to play the rough regular season very strategically. The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to do whatever it takes to take the league by storm once again and find themselves back in a position to make another run at an NBA Title.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 6
Cason Wallace 3 Point Shooting Could Swing OKC Thunder Season
After an offseason of changes, one of the biggest certainties in Bricktown is that fourth-year guard Cason Wallace will be taking on a massive role after Lu Dort was shipped off to Atlanta.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 6
OKC Thunder Star's 2027 MVP Chances May Hinge on Securing League's Top Record
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is facing an uphill battle as he looks for a third straight MVP, and one achievement could make or break his case. Next season, the Oklahoma City Thunder will again be looking to contend for an NBA title after spending the past three seasons as the No.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Ajay Mitchell News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 5
Ajay Mitchell's Projected Leap Will Make It Harder For The Thunder To Keep Him Around
What will it take for the Thunder to keep Ajay Mitchell around if he continues to grow? The Oklahoma City Thunder are known for drafting well and finding players who are a perfect fit for the team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 5
Offseason Moves Make OKC Thunder Less Flexible For Injuries This Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder have held the best regular-season record in the Western Conference each of the last three seasons, with an NBA championship in the middle of it.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 5
Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs Daniel Theis, Eyeing Keaton Wallace
Longtime NBA center Daniel Theis has officially signed a two-year contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv, the Israeli team announced today in a press release. The move had been expected, with a recent report indicating that he’d earn $2.2MM per year on his new deal.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 4
Is OKC Thunder Rookie Impacted by Shocking NCAA Court Ruling?
The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Kentucky guard Otega Oweh with the No. 41 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after trading down to get their guy. In years past, this would have been a non-story.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 3
Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein’s honest message to players overseas with NBA dreams
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein, who grew up overseas in Germany, returned to his roots for his charity event this summer. His father, Florian Hartenstein, played professionally in Germany from 2001 to 2012, during Isaiah’s formative years, when he fell in love with basketball.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / July 27
Thunder’s cost-cutting moves reportedly about budget, not second apron
The Thunder won the NBA championship in 2025 and contended again last season. Keeping that championship-level roster together is another matter. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, Oklahoma City’s decisions to move Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe this offseason weren’t primarily about avoiding second-apron restrictions.
Sam Presti News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27
Fans are calling Sam Presti a ‘savage’ for his sneaky move that hurts Thunder rival
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti pulled off a cheeky move this offseason that immediately put a Western Conference rival in a bind. The Thunder made a seemingly inconspicuous transaction on Saturday by signing Denver Nuggets free agent Spencer Jones to a 2-year, $12 million offer sheet.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Did one shot in NBA bubble help send LeBron James to 76ers?
James recently signed with the 76ers, and this may have played a role in it.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father names a scenario where star leaves the Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father, Vaughn, does not see the two-time NBA Most Valuable Player parting ways with the Oklahoma City Thunder down the road. Gilgeous-Alexander will always be linked to the Toronto Raptors simply because he’s Canadian, but Oklahoma City is his true NBA home in Vaughn’s eyes.
Aday Mara News / Yardbarker / July 20
Thunder's Aday Mara dubbed NBA's 'most disappointing rookie' — but not so fast
Why Thunder fans shouldn't worry about Mara's Summer League showing or the opinions of that performance from analysts.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20
Sam Presti addresses the Thunder’s decision to trade Lu Dort
The Oklahoma City Thunder knew they couldn’t keep the gang together intact, and that they would have to part ways with one of their key players in the
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / July 20
Thunder’s Sam Presti says Lu Dort trade came down to finances
The Thunder didn’t trade Luguentz Dort because they stopped believing in him. They traded him because the numbers no longer worked. Speaking with Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman, Thunder general manager Sam Presti acknowledged the deal that sent Dort to the Hawks was driven by Oklahoma City’s financial outlook rather than basketball concerns.
Luguentz Dort News / Yardbarker / July 19
Thunder trading fan-favorite Luguentz Dort to Hawks in cost-cutting decision
Dort played a key role when the Thunder won their first championship in Oklahoma City during the 2024-25 season.
Aday Mara News / Yardbarker / July 12
Thunder rookie center Aday Mara has brutal Summer League debut
The Oklahoma City Thunder have high hopes for Mara, taken with the No. 12 pick in June's draft. Mara's NBA Summer League debut might make the Thunder temper those expectations.
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