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On YouTubeOklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 1
Branden Carlson Gives Mark Daigneault Another Option Off the Bench
Oklahoma City’s impressive depth has been on display all season long. With the amount of injuries up and down the roster, there have been plenty opportunities for different players to step up.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 23
Branden Carlson Continues to Prove His Worth for OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City has been no stranger to injury issues despite its hot start, and it’s opened the door for one player to show just how impactful he could be.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 20
Branden Carlson Making Solid Case for OKC Thunder's Final Roster Spot
Oklahoma City doesn’t have many decisions to make this season, but its most pressing should be an easy one. Through 16 games, the Thunder have clearly established themselves as the best team in the league.
The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / November 3
Branden Carlson’s Big Night Showcases OKC Thunder’s Depth
Oklahoma City has had to tap into their depth much earlier than anyone expected this season. This team came into the season a bit worn down after the late summer run through the playoffs.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 15
Branden Carlson Helped Push Thunder Past Bucks Down The Stretch
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 116-112 on Tuesday night to claim their third preseason win a week before opening night. The Thunder brought multiple stars to this battle as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort, Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein headlined the starting lineup.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 28
OKC Thunder: Branden Carlson Could Play an Important Role in 2025-26
The OKC Thunder, under the guidance of General Manager Sam Presti, have consistently discovered diamonds in the rough. When two-way center Branden Carlson stepped up out of nowhere in the midst of injuries during a national TV game against the East-best Cleveland Cavaliers on Jan.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / September 26
Thunder Center Lands Two-Way Contract After Big Season
Coming off a promising 2024-25 campaign, the Oklahoma City Thunder are once again doubling down on two-way deals. As they prepare for a championship run, it seems that working on their reserves is still a thing.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / September 13
Branden Carlson Contract on Focus for OKC Amidst Sorber Injury
With Thomas Sorber redshirting his first year in Oklahoma City, talks of a rotation overhaul are in place. While he is yet to suit up for the Thunder both in the Summer League and in the regular season, his absence matters a lot.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 23
Checking in on two-way contract slots around the NBA
While we can expect the leaguewide total to hover at or near 90 for much of the regular season, many teams have yet to fill all of their two-way slots for the 2025-26 campaign.
OKC Thunder Grading Branden Carlson Two-Way Pact
It has been a summer of extensions for the Oklahoma City Thunder following their first NBA Championship in club history, ousting the Indiana Pacers in seven games of the 2025 NBA Finals.
OKC Thunder's Branden Carlson Could be Future Rotational Piece
The two-way signing of Branden Carlson could look like a steal a few years down the road. The 7-foot, 220-pound center had the same contract last season and made an impact here and there, but was phased out of the rotation as the season came to a close.
How does Second-Year Center Branden Carlson Fit in OKC Thunder's Future?
The Oklahoma City Thunder moved to 3-0 at the 2025 Las Vegas Summer League with a 17-point win against the Orlando Magic on Tuesday evening. OKC's most recent victory marked the return of second-year big man Branden Carlson, who missed the Salt Lake City Summer League and the first two contests in Las Vegas recovering from an injury.
Three Takeaways from the Thunder's Third Consecutive Summer League Win
The Oklahoma City Thunder notched its third NBA Summer League win on Tuesday night, defeating the Orlando Magic 92-75. Behind two massive performances from guard Ajay Mitchell and center Branden Carlson who combined for 50 points, Oklahoma City weathered a 30-point performance between Orlando's Ethan Thompson and Wendell Moore Jr.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
Isiah Thomas can’t believe NBA scouts whiffed on Branden Carlson
Isiah Thomas can’t believe that NBA scouts and executives whiffed on Branden Carlson in the draft. The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Summer League team beat the Orlando Magic’s Summer League team 92-75 in Las Vegas, Nev., on Tuesday.
Branden Carlson's Return to Thunder Good for Both Sides
Branden Carlson is staying put in Oklahoma City. The 7-foot center reportedly re-signed with the Thunder on a two-way contract, Ross Aroyo of Priority Sports told ESPN.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / February 6
Thunder make move with rookie center
Carlson is averaging 3.1 points and 1.7 rebounds this season while shooting 42.9% from three.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / January 30
Thunder Should Double Down On Branden Carlson Decision
Branden Carlson entered the NBA with little fanfare. The 24-year-old undrafted rookie spent five years at Utah before joining the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / January 22
Thunder Sign Rookie Center To Second 10-Day Deal
Rookie center Branden Carlson is sticking with the Oklahoma City Thunder, signing a second 10-day contract, the team announced Monday. Carlson, who initially joined the Thunder on a 10-day deal that expired January 19, earned a second one with some solid play.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fastbreak on SI / January 7, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder Release Player Before Cavs Game
On Wednesday evening, the Oklahoma City Thunder will be in Ohio to play the Cleveland Cavaliers. Before the game, the team announced that they had waived rookie Branden Carlson.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / November 19, 2024
Branden Carlson Signs a One-Year Deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder have made a move for former Utah Utes star Branden Carlson in order to bolster their banged-up frontcourt in what could be a move that sees the former Runnin' Ute make his first NBA start.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / November 16, 2024
Former Raptors Center Branden Carlson Signs Deal With Thunder
Former Toronto Raptors big man Branden Carlson has signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Carlson signed a two-way deal with the Raptors after going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / November 16, 2024
Raptors 905 Prospect Scooped Up By Thunder Following Impressive Start
Former Toronto Raptors center Branden Carlson is joining the Oklahoma City Thunder. Carlson signed a two-way deal with Toronto after going undrafted in the NBA Draft earlier this year.
College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / June 4, 2024
NBA Draft Scouting Report: Utah's Branden Carlson
Center | Utah Height: 7'0” | Weight: 220 lbs 2024 Draft Age: 25.04 Coming Soon… Potential Second-Round Pick in 2024 NBA Draft. Want to know more about other potential 2024 NBA Draft prospects and where they might get selected?
Utah Running Utes News / Utah Utes on SI / March 12, 2024
Branden Carlson and Deivon Smith Earn All-Pac-12 Honors
With the regular season officially in the books, the annual All-Pac-12 Honors recipients have been announced, and two Utah stars were named to the prestigious
Utah Running Utes News / Utah Utes on SI / February 18, 2024
Watch: UCLA's Sebastian Mack ejected following dirty hit on Utah star Branden Carlson
On Sunday, the Utah Utes headed to Westwood with hopes of getting back in the win column against UCLA. While he surely didn't envision helping the team in this matter, the team's leading scorer and rebounder Branden Carlson was on the receiving end of a dirty play by UCLA's Sebastian Mack.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 5, 2023
NCAAB futures: Pac-12 sunset winner?
This is the last season for the Pac-12 as we know it. Unfortunately, unlike football, it does not look like it is going out with a bang on the hardwood.
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