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OKC Thunder Aiming For Physicality in Round 2 of NBA Playoffs
The game is different in the NBA Playoffs. Half court offenses are paramount, defenses are suffocating and each possession has palatable tension. One of the biggest differences in what you see during a February game in Charlotte vs a May game in the playoffs is the physicality.
NBA Playoff Bracket Breaking Right For OKC Thunder in Round 2
Some things that are out of your control still winds up in your favor. That is what's happened with teh NBA Playoff bracket for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2
Thunder news: Mark Daigneault’s emotional tribute to Gregg Popovich
As the NBA world reacts to San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich’s retirement, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault shares his view on the revered coach.
The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz
How many of the 29 NBA players to haul in at least 20 rebounds in two or more playoff games in the Three-Point Era can you name in five minutes?
OKC Thunder Rookie Could Re-Emerge in Second Round
Oklahoma City is hoping to win a championship, and its rookie guard could be helpful during the playoff run. The Thunder have spent the past week resting after knocking out the Memphis Grizzlies in four games in the first round.
Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?
Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.
OKC's Double-Big Pairing Can be a Difference Maker the Rest of the Postseason
It's been talked about plenty. Maybe not as of late, but last year, the lack of rebounding presence was a hot topic and a major downfall for the 2023-24 Thunder squad.
Stiles Points: OKC Thunder Must Win Game 1 of Round 2
Different verse, same as the first. The Oklahoma City Thunder are enduring another long layoff in the midst of the NBA Playoffs. This is old hat for the Thunder.
OKC Thunder Still Utilizing Regular Season Depth in Postseason Action
Oklahoma City has been a force all season long, and it’s been evident through this team’s depth. No matter who’s been in and out of the lineup, key injuries to star players, whatever the situation has been, this team has found a way to win.
Mark Daigneault News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Thunder news: Mark Daigneault reveals preparation approach for Round 2 opponent
As the Oklahoma City Thunder await their Western Conference semifinal opponent, either the Denver Nuggets or the Los Angeles Clippers, head coach Mark Daigneault discussed preparing his players for either team this week.
NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Big-Man Depth in Round 1
The NBA draft lottery is approaching rapidly and so is the offseason, meaning the peak of NBA draft talks is around the corner. In typical Oklahoma City Thunder fashion, they have stockpiled picks for the upcoming draft and should have at least two first-round selections.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Oklahoma City Thunder Predicted to Land All-Big 10 Center in NBA Mock Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder are not just a flash in the pan. With a war chest full of draft picks and plenty of finantal flexability with options moving forward, the Thunder can coninue to use their picks or trade them for more establsied talent. It's all up to Sam Presti, and so far, he's made more good choices than bad ones.
OKC Thunder NBA Playoff Round 2 Schedule Laid Out
Waiting is the hardest part and the Oklahoma City Thunder are once again in the holding pattern. The Thunder featured a long lay off between the end of the regular season and Game 1 of the first round, which they ended in short order.
Alex Caruso News / Last Word On Sports / May 1
Should Alex Caruso Start For The Thunder in the Second Round?
Four more teams have joined the Oklahoma City Thunder by advancing to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. However, the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers series has stretched out to Game 6, which will be played on May 1st.
OKC Thunder's Second-Round Opponent Could Impact Starting Lineup
Oklahoma City has ridden the same starting group for the past few weeks, but the playoffs are all about matchups. The Thunder took care of business in the first round, sweeping the Memphis Grizzlies to secure their second straight trip to the second round.
Isaiah Hartenstein Offers Praise for Thunder's Franchise Big Man
While plenty of encouraging things could be attributed to the Oklahoma City Thunder's first round sweep over the Memphis Grizzlies, the performance of Chet Holmgren could be right up there with the best.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
What Thunder’s Mark Daigneault is demanding of Chet Holmgren for rest of playoffs
After watching Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren’s three-point shooting percentage spike in the opening-round series against the Memphis Grizzlies, head coach Mark Daigneault is encouraging more of the same from his starting big man.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander MVP win would create mind-blowing Thunder fact
While the 2024-25 NBA MVP has yet to be announced, Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to beat out Nikola Jokic for the award.
Jalen Williams News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / April 30
Stiles Points: Jalen Williams Most Continue Trend in Round 2
It would be hard to dream of a better start to the NBA Playoffs than the one Jalen Williams is off to. The first time All-Star looked every bit the part of a co-star for the Oklahoma City Thunder during its First Round sweep of the Memphis Grizzlies.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Chet Holmgren Gets Candid About Playoff Physicality After Thunder Sweep First Round
The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently enjoying some rest. While it may not be "much-needed" considering they're the NBA's youngest team, any rest a team can get in the NBA Playoffs, they'll gladly take it.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / April 29
Alex Caruso Reveals Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reminds Him Of LeBron James
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso won the 2020 championship with LeBron James on the Los Angeles Lakers. The defensive specialist is going for his second title this year and he has arguably the best player in the NBA by his side in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29
Why Scotty Pippen Jr., Ja Morant are just kidding themselves with bold Thunder claim
Despite being swept at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, multiple members of the team feel they could have stacked up with the title hopefuls.
Aaron Wiggins News / Last Word On Sports / April 29
Expect a Big Series for Aaron Wiggins in the Second Round
While the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round with ease, fans have been witnessing big performances from its key players.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29
Cavaliers, Thunder prove their regular-season records were for real
The top-seeded Cavaliers and Thunder didn't just sweep their first-round playoff opponents; they drubbed them.
The '2023-24 NBA playoff points-per-game leaders' quiz
Can you name every player to average at least 17.0 PPG in the 2024 NBA playoffs?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / April 27
Thunder complete sweep: Five takeaways from the first round
It was over in a flash. The Oklahoma City Thunder completed the series sweep over the Memphis Grizzlies, surpassing them, who many deemed the premier young team in the NBA.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / April 25
Where Thunder's comeback win ranks in NBA playoffs history
Chet Holmgren scored 23 points in the second half as the Thunder overcame a 29-point deficit to take a 3-0 series lead over the Grizzlies on Thursday night.
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