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3 Takeaways From OKC Thunder's Comfortable Win Over the Hornets

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 109-96, at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, Saturday night. It was a usual day for superstar guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who put together an efficient 33-point outing.

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Will OKC Thunder Chase 70 Wins?

After a storybook season a year ago, Oklahoma City wasn’t in a position to sneak up on anyone. When you win the NBA Finals, the target is officially on your back.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 15

OKC Thunder Gain Key Starter Back vs. Charlotte Hornets

At 12-1 the Oklahoma City Thunder are off to the best start in franchise history. The OKC Thunder have needed to battle being short handed throughout this season missing All-NBA swingman Jalen Williams for all 13 games and counting as he rehabs from offseason wrist surgery.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 15

Score predictions for the Hornets' matchup vs. reigning NBA champion OKC Thunder

The Charlotte Hornets are back in town tonight, less than 24 hours after falling in overtime to the Milwaukee Bucks in NBA Cup group play Friday night on the road.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 15

Where Do OKC Thunder 2026 NBA Draft Picks Sit Today?

It is a Golden Era for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Not only did the team hoist their first NBA Championship banner into the rafters of the Paycom Center following last year's title run, but they retained 99% of that roster –– the second youngest squad to ever win the league –– all of whom continue to get better.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 15

OKC Thunder Starter Upgraded Ahead of Bout with Hornets

The Thunder are set to take on the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night, hoping to avoid just its second loss of the 2025-26 season. So far, Oklahoma City sits at a league-best 12-1, having only suffered a late loss to the Portland Trail Blazers last week.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 15

Latest NBA Cup Action Gets OKC Thunder One Step Closer to Schedule Advantage

While Oklahoma City wasn’t in action on Friday night, it benefited from the latest round of NBA Cup action. Over the first few weeks of the season, the Thunder have been a dominant force.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 15

What to Watch in OKC Thunder vs. Charlotte Hornets

It has been a great start to the season for the OKC Thunder, at 12-1 they are on a better pace than even last year's 68 win club that started the year 11-2.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 14

OKC Thunder Rookie Finds Offensive Groove In G League

Brooks Barnhizer waltzed into the Press Conference room in the bowels of the Paycom Center on Thursday night with both knees wrapped in ice and his hair still sopping wet with a sweat stained OKC Blue jersey on.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 14

What NBA Analysts Had to Say About OKC Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell

Oklahoma City has had a handful of surprised to start the season. And some of that is due to extended opportunity with the team’s lengthy injury report.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 14

OKC Thunder Patiently Waiting to Use Chet Holmgren at Center Again

Oklahoma City has had a dominant start to the season, but it hasn’t had much of a chance to utilize one of its best players in his usual way. Over the first 13 games of the season, the Thunder have lost just one time and have already established themselves as the favorite to repeat as NBA champions.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 14

Isaiah Joe Continues to Bend Defenses for OKC Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder have started the 2025-26 NBA season as the hottest team in the Association, just as they did a season ago, a season where they won the NBA Finals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sporting News / November 13

Brian Windhorst: Lakers ‘can beat anybody’ with healthy LeBron, but not OKC Thunder

Even with LeBron James, the ESPN expert just set the record straight on LA's chances of beating the reigning champs.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 13

OKC Thunder Bench Finding its Stride at the Perfect Time

Oklahoma City has been the NBA’s most dominant team to start the season — and they’ve done it without a handful of key players. The amount of sheer talent combined with the collective buy in has been evident, and it’s hard for opposing teams to come up with an answer.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 13

OKC Thunder's Outside Shooting Finally Coming Along

After a rocky start to the season, Oklahoma City is rounding into form from beyond the arc. Over the first few weeks of the season, the Thunder have been the league’s best team.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 13

Laker Nation Makes Clear Demand Over LeBron James After 29-Point Loss to OKC Thunder

Tonight, as the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-92, the silence on LA’s bench spoke volumes. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his team dismantled the Lakers’ defense, with the reigning MVP tallying 30 points and 9 assists in just three quarters.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 12

OKC Thunder Shuffle Starting Lineup to Matchup With Lakers

Oklahoma City has been able to race out to an 11-1 start despite dealing with plenty of adversity. The Thunder have yet to see All-NBA forward Jalen Williams, Veteran Kenrich Williams or Rookie guard Nikola Topic debut this season.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 12

OKC Thunder See Difficult Test vs. Lakers Down Defensive Stoppers

The Oklahoma City are taking on the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night on the second leg of a back-to-back. On the front side, the OKC Thunder were able to crush the Golden State Warriors despite being down All-NBA forward Jalen Williams, All-Defensive Guard Lu Dort and their best bench bucket getter in Aaron Wiggins.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 12

Why OKC Thunder Still Sits at the Top of Power Rankings

The current version of the Oklahoma City Thunder has been a scary sight for the rest of the league to say the least. This Thunder team has been so far from full strength, but they continue to make light work of the opponents on their schedule.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / November 9

OKC Thunder are dominating this NBA season, one stat shows the champs are a cut ahead of everyone

The Oklahoma City Thunder had a lot of calling cards in their playing style, but this season, they’re being outperformed by four other teams. The Oklahoma City Thunder are trying to make history this season, as they hope to become the first team in seven years to go back-to-back as NBA champions.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / November 8

OKC Thunder are 21-1 without $240 million star, they might consider trading him for depth soon

The Oklahoma City Thunder have shown that they can not only survive, but thrive without one of their highest-paid players. The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking even more formidable this season compared to their title-winning campaign, now sitting 9-1 across their first 10 games.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / October 29

Oklahoma Sooners' Porter Moser is laying the ground work for what he needs by using the OKC Thunder as an example

The Oklahoma Sooners have the best fanbase in the country when it comes to their football program. However, it's pretty obvious that it does not carry over into all of their sports.