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Jalen Williams Recalls Getting Cooked By Kawhi Leonard In Rookie Season

Oklahoma City Thunder star and NBA champion Jalen Williams is widely regarded as one of the most talented young players in the league today. Coming off his third season, Williams has grown in stature as a player, but he still recalls some lessons from his rookie year that helped him grow.

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Jalen Williams Says Thunder Are Now 'The Hunted' After Breakout Season

Fresh off winning the NBA championship, Thunder star Jalen Williams reflected on the journey and the journey from being the hunters to becoming the hunted.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / 9 hours ago

Jalen Williams Breaks Down How Kobe Bryant and Andre Miller Inspired His Game

Basketball is a game that is learned not just on the hardwood, but watching tape. Every player remembers the guy who they loved watching as a kid because they would attempt to model their game after them when they got to the show.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / 10 hours ago

Thunder Coach Mark Daigneault Hilariously Berated Jalen Williams For Giving Up 9 Shots To Kawhi Leonard

Every basketball player remembers their “Welcome to the NBA moment.” A time when their confidence gets shot, and a veteran humbles them into realizing just how competitive the league can be.

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Mark Daigneault News / NBA Analysis Network / 13 hours ago

Who is Mark Daigneault? All you need to know about Oklahoma City Thunder’s head coach

Mark Daigneault led the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first-ever NBA Championship since changing their name from the Seattle SuperSonics. The Oklahoma City Thunder have gone through a major rebuild since the departure of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 15 hours ago

How Darius Bazley Gave OKC Thunder’s Jalen Williams His ‘Welcome to the NBA Moment’

The best part about Oklahoma City’s rebuild was seeing the different skillsets and talents to play for the Thunder. Over the course of the reload, even the play-in season led by Chris Paul, the team had so many different players for the fans to get to know.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / 16 hours ago

Thunder Make Coaching Decision During NBA Offseason

The 2024-25 season marked a historic breakthrough for the OKC Thunder, as the franchise captured its first championship since relocating to Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 17 hours ago

OKC Thunder: What it Will Take for West Contenders to Win NBA Title

After securing an NBA championship last season, the OKC Thunder have a target on their backs. They still likely return the best roster in the NBA and the teams surrounding them didn't necessarily see the biggest upgrades.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 17 hours ago

OKC Thunder Shake Up Coaching Staff Ahead of 2025-26 Regular Season

The Oklahoma City Thunder shuffled around their coaching staff a month before training camp gets underway, with an announcement from the team that Daniel Dixon will take on head coaching duties of the OKC Blue.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / 17 hours ago

Thunder name assistant as new G League head coach

Thunder assistant coach Daniel Dixon has been named head coach of the Oklahoma City Blue, the G League team announced Thursday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 20 hours ago

Will OKC Thunder's Depth Lead to Less Regular Season Success?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to defend their title, but there could be some issues in the regular season. The Thunder have been one of the league’s top teams for the past few years and are coming off an NBA championship.

Alex Caruso News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 23 hours ago

Could Alex Caruso Win the Sixth Man of the Year Award in 2026?

Alex Caruso demonstrated his immense value during the Oklahoma City Thunder's NBA Finals run in last season's playoffs. While not typically bringing an immense number of statistics, the defensive impact he makes is an obvious contributor to the Thunder earning wins.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 28

Tyronn Lue says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Thunder trade was ‘no-brainer’

Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue revisited the 2019 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder, which will go down in history as the initial step toward reaching the franchise’s first NBA championship.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 27

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Quest for Back-to-Back MVPs Should Be a Bigger Storyline

Oklahoma City’s past season was full of many accomplishments — both team oriented and individually. Many players took a big leap and were recognized for it, and the Thunder’s young core got to shine on the NBA’s brightest stage.

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Draymond Green News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 27

Is Thunder Standout Lu Dort OKC's Version of Draymond Green?

Fresh off an NBA title, the Oklahoma City Thunder have drawn comparisons to the Golden State Warriors of the mid 2010s. Of course, OKC hasn't reached the heights that the Warriors managed to achieve, winning three titles in four years, but after the Thunder's first championship, there are similarities between the two teams.

Aaron Wiggins News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 27

Can Aaron Wiggins Have an Even Bigger Breakout Next Season?

The Oklahoma City Thunder has been heralded for its depth and versatility within the past couple years as the top seed in the Western Conference, and now NBA champs following this postseason.

Nick Collison News / Fadeaway World / August 27

Nick Collison Earns Spot On Thunder's Mount Rushmore According To Bleacher Report

When you think of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Mount Rushmore, names like Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and now Shai Gilgeous-Alexander roll off the tongue without hesitation. Durant was the 2014 MVP who brought the team to the NBA Finals.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / August 27

'Been Working on My Shot All Summer' – Oklahoma City Thunder Star is Working on This Important Skill This Offseason

This summer, Oklahoma City Thunder Chet Holmgren is spending time with renowned NBA trainer Drew Hanlen, who has worked with Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jayson Tatum, among others.

Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26

Chet Holmgren reveals key area of summer improvement before Thunder title defense

Before the champion Oklahoma City Thunder defends its title against the NBA’s elite, Chet Holmgren is working on his shooting ahead of his fourth NBA season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26

Thunder reserve leads in ESPN’s Sixth Man of the Year poll

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t top ESPN’s MVP poll, but his teammate Alex Caruso was voted first for Sixth Man of the Year.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Is OKC Thunder’s Jalen Williams Still Underrated?

The best part about Oklahoma City’s run to the NBA Finals was the basketball world getting to see the talent and personalities on display. After a few terrific seasons, people knew the Thunder were good as a team, but it wasn’t until this playoff run that they simply had no other choice but to watch.

Thomas Sorber News / NBA Draft on SI / August 26