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Loss to Pacers Highlights Jalen Williams' Importance for OKC Thunder

Oklahoma City will miss Jalen Williams for a bit longer, and his absence was loud in the Thunder’s latest loss. On Friday night, the Thunder had an NBA Finals rematch against the Indiana Pacers, falling 117-114 to mark just the third home loss of the season for Oklahoma City.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 24

Perimeter Shooting Costs OKC Thunder in Loss to Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder lost to the Indiana Pacers 117-114 Friday night at Paycom Center for the team's ninth loss of the season. The number of the point differential, three, was prevalent throughout the night, with the three-point shot being a key difference between a close loss and another Thunder victory.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 23

Three Takeaways From OKC Thunder's Tight Loss to Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder lost to the Indiana Pacers in close fashion Friday night at Paycom Center, 117-114. Isaiah Joe had a chance to tie with an open corner three, but his shot rimmed out.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 23

OKC Thunder Announce Starting Lineup For Finals Rematch vs. Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Indiana Pacers to tip-off a three game home stand. This NBA Finals rematch has lost some luster due to the injuries for both sides.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 23

With OKC Thunder Roster Spread Thin, the Next-Man-Up Mentality Continues

A year ago, this Oklahoma City Thunder team had just a handful of games where injuries significantly impacted them. There were definitely some guys who were sidelined for a bit with having to overcome some injury nuisances, but the injury bug last season did not come close to how it has infiltrated the team this season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 23

Finals Rematch Puts OKC Thunder's Success After Title in Perspective

Oklahoma City has been the league’s best team again after winning a title, but its next matchup shows just how impressive that feat is. On Friday night, the Thunder will host the Indiana Pacers in the teams’ second matchup this season after a double-overtime thriller in the first week of the year.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 23

OKC Thunder, Pacers see Numerous Injuries Ahead of Matchup

Oklahoma City is set to face off against the Indiana Pacers tonight, likely doing so without the majority of its roster. After a slow stretch in late-December, the Thunder has re-found its mojo, winning seven of its last eight games even accounting for injuries.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 23

What to Watch For in OKC Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers

This matchup feels different. The last time the Indiana Pacers walked into the Paycom Center to face off with the Thunder, it was a contest that included the highest stakes.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 22

OKC Thunder Trade Deadline Primer: Assets, Targets, Approach and a Wild Card

The NBA Trade Deadline sits two weeks away, and while the Oklahoma City Thunder are not expected to make any shake-up moves, they are positioned with the benefit of optionality with their decision-making.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 22

What Do Insiders Think OKC Thunder’s Biggest Question Is?

All of Oklahoma City’s goals are still more than attainable, and this Thunder team is well positioned to defend its title. The supporting cast is coming on strong, and the MVP is still leading the way — perhaps having his best season yet.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 22

Kenrich Williams Continues to Become More Important for OKC Thunder

Oklahoma City added another win on the road on Wednesday night, and one of its veterans is continuing to carve out a key role. While the Thunder’s 122-102

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 22

3 Takeaways From The Thunder's Rivalry Week Win Over The Bucks

A short-handed Thunder had no problem dominating Milwaukee. Oklahoma City dominated from the opening tip to the final buzzer, beating the Bucks 122-102.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 21

Ajay Mitchell Leaves OKC Thunder Game vs. Bucks Early

The Oklahoma City Thunder are wrapping up a four game road trip against Milwaukee on Wednesday as part of NBA Rivalry week. The Thunder entered Wednesday night short handed with Isaiah Hartenstein, Jalen Williams, Alex Caruso, Aaron Wiggins, Jaylin Williams, Thomas Sorber and Nikola Topic already sidelined.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 21

OKC Thunder Forced Into Major Changes in Starting Lineup vs. Bucks

For some reason the NBA has built their marketing for rivals week around the Oklahoma City Thunder battling the Milwaukee Bucks on ESPN. The Thunder and Bucks have no rich history to speak of, the first moment that comes to mind is last year's tango in the NBA Cup title that ended with a Milwaukee blowout win in Vegas.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 21

Isaiah Joe’s Thunder Teammates Are Campaigning For a 3-Point Contest Appearance

For the fourth year in a row, Isaiah Joe has been one of the NBA’s most efficient and most accurate 3-point shooters in the NBA. Ever since he arrived in Oklahoma City, he has been a vital part of the team’s offense, and that hasn’t changed this season.

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NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 21

What to Watch For As Short Handed OKC Thunder Battle Bucks

The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday, strangely, as a marquee matchup of the NBA's rivalry week. While these two don't have much history at all together as rivals, perhaps the league is leaning on the NBA Cup championship from a year ago as a reason to link these franchises.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 21

Cavaliers Head Coach Calls Lu Dort 'One of the Best Defenders' in the NBA

The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their road trip with a 136-104 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, Jan. 19. After falling at the hands of the Miami Heat in the second game of OKC's four-game road trip, the team improved to 36-8 by taking down Cleveland.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 21

OKC Thunder Dealing with Several Injuries Ahead of Bucks' Matchup

The Thunder are set to take on the Bucks tonight, hoping to make it out of Milwaukee with a win over an Eastern Conference foe. The OKC-Milwaukee matchup is part of 2026 AWS NBA Rivals Week, though there's only a few small connections between the two teams.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 20

Will OKC Thunder End of Bench Players Get Minutes With Recent Injuries?

The Oklahoma City Thunder has enjoyed an impressive stretch over its last four contests. Despite a narrow road loss to Miami, the team defeated the San Antonio Spurs by 21 points and picked up a 20-point road win against the Houston Rockets, as well as a 32-point road win against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 19

Chet Holmgren’s Scoring Jump is Becoming Even More Important for OKC Thunder

Oklahoma City received more bad news on the injury front this week — as if there hasn’t been enough to go around lately. The Thunder’s season has been

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / January 18

How the Miami Heat were able to handle the OKC Thunder

The Miami Heat found a way to surprise again after it seemed the surprises were over with, pulling out an unexpected win against the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night, despite being without Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15

Three Takeaways from the Rockets' Loss to the OKC Thunder

The Houston Rockets took on the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight, hoping to grab a needed win to launch themselves into the second-half of the season. OKC grabbed the last matchup between the two in double-overtime, and with Houston having fallen to No.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15

Rockets to Miss Talented Defender for Matchup with OKC Thunder

Tonight, the Houston Rockets will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder, hoping to grab some momentum at the midway point of the season. It's fair to say the Rockets have underachieved relative to expectations at this point, sitting at No.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 15

What to Watch for in Rockets vs. OKC Thunder

The Houston Rockets are set to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight, hoping to carry over momentum from the win over the Bulls. These two teams last faced off on Opening Night, with OKC getting the better of Houston in a double-overtime win on ring night.