Oklahoma City Thunder: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Thunder rookie’s 2026-27 season wiped out by devastating injury

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s attempt to reclaim the NBA crown in the 2026-27 season will not involve rookie guard Otega Oweh. The former Kentucky Wildcats guard suffered a non-contact injury during overtime of Tuesday’s NBA preseason game between the Thunder and the Pacers at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla.

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Mark Daigneault lists five reasons Jared McCain can be a game changer in the NBA this season

Jared McCain’s impressive preseason has given Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault a difficult decision to make with the young guard pushing for more minutes.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / October 14

Thunder Injury Update: Rookie Signing Sidelined For Entire Season After Scary Achilles Injury

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers, 114-112, in overtime last night, marking Tyrese Haliburton’s return to NBA action after missing the entire season following a ruptured right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals in the same building (Oklahoma’s Paycom Center).

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

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Otega Oweh News / Hoops Rumors / October 14

Otega Oweh Out For Season With Right Achilles Rupture

Otega Oweh has undergone surgery to address a ruptured right Achilles tendon, the Thunder announced, as relayed by Rylan Stiles of Locked On Thunder (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Alex Caruso News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 14

Are Alex Caruso's Preseason Starts a Sign for Regular Season?

Oklahoma City has been a team to watch throughout the preseason, and one of its most interesting wrinkles has flown under the radar. On Tuesday night, the Thunder finally got into the win column in preseason play, beating the Indiana Pacers in overtime.

Jared McCain News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 14

Jared McCain Proves He's Ready To Step Into Bigger Role

The Thunder’s young guard is ready to take over his advanced role this season. The Oklahoma City Thunder had a hard-fought battle on Tuesday night as the Indiana Pacers came to town for the squad’s fourth preseason game.

WNBA News

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

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

Former First-Round Pick Shines for OKC Thunder in Limited Preseason Minutes

The Oklahoma City Thunder seem to have one of the NBA's best scouting departments. OKC has managed to find a handful of talented players across multiple NBA Draft classes and make a few key free agent signings.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander actually called for push-off, but fans aren’t celebrating yet

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was called for a push-off during Tuesday’s 114-112 overtime win against the Indiana Pacers. While there’s been an emphasis on off-ball play for Gilgeous-Alexander during the preseason, the NBA is emphasizing its officials to call push-offs across the league.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Thunder lose promising rookie to apparent serious injury vs. Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers in overtime, 114-112, in the preseason at Paycom Center on Tuesday. Zhaire Smith sank the game-winning bucket with 45.6 seconds left.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 14

Prayers Pour In for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Teammate as Thunder Carry Injured Rookie to Locker Room in OT Thriller vs. Pacers Otega Oweh

The Oklahoma City Thunder were hoping to put their injury concerns behind them, with Ajay Mitchell and Jalen Williams back to full health. However, just as the team led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looked to build momentum ahead of the new season, another injury has raised concerns about its roster.

Otega Oweh News / Hoops Rumors / October 14

Thunder Rookie Otega Oweh Suffers Potentially Serious Injury

Thunder rookie guard Otega Oweh suffered an apparent serious leg injury during overtime of Oklahoma City’s preseason victory over the Pacers on Tuesday night, according to Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman.

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The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

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NBA News / Yardbarker / October 13

Tyrese Haliburton steals the show in preseason return to court where he suffered Achilles tear

Prior to Tuesday, the last time Tyrese Haliburton took the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder, he suffered a torn Achilles in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals.

Pacers are right to be careful with Tyrese Haliburton — but it could be costly

Tyrese Haliburton comes clean on ‘messed up’ message for Caitlin Clark

Thunder may have found another young star in Bennett Stirtz

The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13

Thunder GM Sam Presti’s best first-round picks since 2022 continue to shine ahead of 2026-27 season

Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti selected two of his most promising first-round picks, Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz, since drafting All-Star Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams in 2022.

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

Kenrich Williams' Role Becoming Clearer During OKC Thunder Preseason

Oklahoma City’s preseason action has opened some eyes and may have cleared up some questions going into the regular season. Through three games of preseason play, the Thunder are winless, but optimism is thriving in Oklahoma City.

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

Aday Mara Preseason Proves Worthy of True Role With OKC Thunder

It is just preseason. These games don't count. Take it with a grain of salt. All of these statements are true, even when used as prefixes to praise Oklahoma City Thunder rookie big man Aday Mara.

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

Bennett Stirtz Flashing Potential in OKC Thunder Preseason

The preseason is a time of hope for most NBA franchises. Right now, everyone is 0-0, can talk themselves into everything breaking right, and it is an especially special time for rookies.

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

Aday Mara Impresses Again for OKC Thunder in Preseason

Most of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s primary rotation didn’t travel to Atlanta for Monday’s bout against the Hawks. Though there was still plenty of room for optimism regarding the team’s night.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / October 12

Thunder may have found another young star in Bennett Stirtz

The Oklahoma City Thunder may have found a gem in Bennett Stirtz, a guard who was one of the best players in college basketball last season.

LeBron James scores 10 points in 76ers preseason debut

Mavericks' Kyrie Irving looks as good as new in first NBA game in 586 days

AJ Dybantsa makes interesting admission after his first NBA preseason game

Trae Young gets thrown out of a preseason game after a heated confrontation

Leonard Miller continues hot start to preseason for Chicago Bulls

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

The Thunder's Young Players Are Getting Prepped For Later In The Season

The preseason could be preparing the Thunder for down the line. The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of their preseason, with another matchup on Monday night, this time against the Atlanta Hawks.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Hoops Wire / October 8

NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nets, Magic, Sean Sweeney

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently didn’t need much time to knock off the rust. The reigning MVP made his preseason debut Wednesday and went 5-of-5 from the field, 3-of-3 from beyond the arc and 4-of-4 at the line in just 17 minutes during Oklahoma City’s 128-126 loss to Milwaukee.

Cason Wallace News / Fadeaway World / October 7

Cason Wallace Could Land $30 Million-Plus Annual Deal If He Enters Restricted Free Agency

The Oklahoma City Thunder were forced to make some tough roster decisions this offseason. With the second apron weighing down on them, the Thunder had to let go of several players, including vital rotation pieces like Lu Dort.