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After being ousted by the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, the takes have been flying around the Oklahoma City Thunder. It is easy to get hyperbolic, to panic and flat-out overthink what was just displayed in the NBA Playoffs.
ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Lauds Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Game 7 Performance
The Oklahoma City Thunder have received plenty of vitriol on social media, and even from national pundits, over the past few years. During the 2026 playoffs, the disdain for OKC appeared to reach its peak, as online obserers complained about the team's physicality and it's superstar's ability to draw fouls.
OKC Thunder Can't Underestimate Lu Dort's Impact Amid Uncertain Future
Oklahoma City’s offseason began earlier than anticipated, and Sam Presti has some big decisions to make. Over the next few weeks, the Thunder will begin to shape their roster for the 2026-27 season.
The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz
How many of the NBA players to lead the playoffs in made field goals-per-game since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
The Thunder's Championship Window Hasn't Started Shutting Quite Yet
One season doesn’t define this OKC squad. The Oklahoma City Thunder were not able to accomplish what they did a season ago, as they fell short in the Western Conference Finals to the San Antonio Spurs.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
OKC Thunder: Jalen Williams is Ready to Get Back to his Usual Self This Offseason
The Thunder's star wing player is looking to get his career back on track next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t get the end result they wanted out of this year, as they came up short in the postseason, losing in the Western Conference Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / June 2
Thunder’s Isaiah Joe And Aaron Wiggins Emerge As Top Trade Candidates
With the 2025 NBA championship still fresh in their memory, the Oklahoma City Thunder are not going to rush into any panic trades after losing this year’s Western Conference Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Apex Sports / June 2
Oklahoma City Thunder Reportedly Exploring Major Move Up In 2026 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder may not be content staying put in the 2026 NBA Draft. After a heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals, new reports suggest Oklahoma City could aggressively pursue a move up the draft board in hopes of adding another elite young talent to its already loaded roster.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 2
How Chet Holmgren’s Game 7 dud will influence Thunder GM Sam Presti’s offseason
GM Sam Presti learned a lot about All-Star Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder after watching them lose Game 7 against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
Kenrich Williams News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / June 2
Thunder Veteran Hoping to Play Rest of Career in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City’s season just ended, but that hasn’t stopped some players from looking toward their long-term future. On Saturday night, the Thunder’s 64-win title-defending campaign came to an end with a Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Tabbed OKC Thunder Season a 'Failure'
It is all over but the crying for the Oklahoma City Thunder who saw their season end in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals at the hands of the young San Antonio Spurs.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / June 2
Thunder GM: Roster cost rising but no pressure to cut
Sam Presti built a championship roster in Oklahoma City and the bill for success came due for several foundational players last summer. But the Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 2
Thunder Rumors: Draft, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, Kenrich Williams
The Thunder may have fallen one win short of the NBA Finals, but they remain one of the league’s most fascinating teams entering the offseason. With a mountain of draft assets and several key financial decisions on the horizon, Oklahoma City has no shortage of options.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 2
Thunder face difficult roster decisions: ‘Can’t be room for everybody’
The Thunder came within one win of returning to the NBA Finals. Now comes the challenge of keeping a talented roster together. According to ESPN’s Anthony
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 2
League insiders don't expect Thunder to make any 'panic moves' due to elimination
Although league insiders don’t expect Thunder head of basketball operations Sam Presti to make any “panic moves” following his team’s elimination in a
Chet Holmgren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 3
Thunder have reportedly made a decision on Chet Holmgren
Chet Holmgren will not be getting voted off the island just yet. The Oklahoma City Thunder will not be trading away their NBA All-Star big man Holmgren this offseason, Tim MacMahon of ESPN reported Monday.
Alex Caruso News / Athlon Sports / June 1
Alex Caruso Discusses Thunder Future After Season-Ending Loss
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso has opened up about his long-term relationship with the franchise. Following their tough Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, the two-time NBA champion renewed his commitment to the team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1
Report: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wants the Thunder to bring back 1 player
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander may be pulling rank to try to get one particular player back on the team next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder star Gilgeous-Alexander will remind management about how much he values having Luguentz Dort as a teammate in OKC, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reported on Monday.
Chet Holmgren News / Hoops Wire / June 1
Thunder rallying behind Chet Holmgren after difficult West finals
Chet Holmgren endured a frustrating end to an otherwise outstanding season. The Thunder big man struggled throughout Oklahoma City’s Western Conference finals loss to the Spurs, culminating in a four-point performance in Game 7 that drew criticism from fans and analysts alike.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / June 1
4 Harsh Moves The Thunder Must Make In The 2026 Offseason: Lu Dort Could Be Gone
The Thunder were not just a team that came close. They went 64-18, finished with the best record in the West, had the best net rating in the league, and still lost before the NBA Finals.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 1
Victor Wembanyama's dunk made Chet Holmgren disappear in Game 7
After really impressive dunks, people say the dunker put the defender on a poster. Victor Wembanyama's Game 7 dunk put Chet Holmgren on a missing person poster.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 31
Hartenstein, Dort, K. Williams Hope To Stay With Thunder
Oklahoma City was unable to defend its championship in 2025/26, having been eliminated by San Antonio on Saturday night in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1
SGA had the perfect quote about Thunder’s offseason
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is taking a hands-off approach when it comes to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s upcoming offseason. Gilgeous-Alexander was inevitably asked what the Thunder need to do this summer following their Game 7 elimination Saturday at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 31
Victor Wembanyama sends strong message to NBA after Spurs reach Finals
All eyes will be on Wembanyama when the Spurs hit the floor on Wednesday against the Knicks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 31
Will shocking playoff exit change Thunder's stance on Giannis Antetokounmpo?
The Thunder have failed to defend their title after losing two straight games to the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Will the surprising playoff exit alter the team's offseason playoff plans?
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