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Making Sense of OKC Thunder's Backup Point Guard Situation

Ajay Mitchell could be the biggest sleeper currently on the roster of the Oklahoma City Thunder. He's shown tremendous growth through his rookie season in only a limited time and showed out during the Summer League, most recently.

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3 takeaways from Thunder Summer League

After the champion Oklahoma City Thunder’s Summer League squad’s season came to an end in a 109-80 semifinal loss to the Charlotte Hornets, there are plenty of storylines to look forward to between now and the 2025-26 campaign.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 7 hours ago

CJ McCollum Dishes on New CBA, 'Teams Shouldn't be Punished for Drafting Well'

It has been a summer of spending for the Oklahoma City Thunder as the franchise dished out three max contracts with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren all inking multi-year pacts with OKC.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 9 hours ago

OKC Thunder 2024-25 Season in Review: Ousmane Dieng

Third-year forward Ousmane Dieng played 405 minutes during 37 regular-season appearances for the 2024-25 Oklahoma City Thunder. He suited up for 32 minutes across nine playoff games, all after the first round.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / 12 hours ago

Thunder players show off Larry O’Brien trophy in convertibles

After Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams clapped back at the championship parade claims of being a bust, the Thunder’s Jaylin Williams and Isaiah Joe had their own parade in their droptop convertibles.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 12 hours ago

Should OKC Thunder Move Ousmane Dieng to Open Roster Spot?

The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a quiet offseason, but they could still make a key decision. Since winning the NBA title, things have gone quite smoothly in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / 12 hours ago

Lu Dort Day in OKC: A High-Level Glimpse at the Defensive Stalwart's Career

Lu Dort has been with the Thunder long enough to see himself go from beloved to villain, and back to beloved in Oklahoma City. Well, not quite a villain, but his three-point hills and valleys could have put some Thunder fans in high distress a few years back.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / 15 hours ago

'He Has No Ego' – Oklahoma City Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein Reveals What Makes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Special

Isaiah Hartenstein recently appeared on Podcast P with Paul George to reflect on his first full season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the veteran center said he is indebted to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for helping him win his first NBA championship.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / 17 hours ago

Jalen Williams Faces Backlash While Paying Homage To Kobe Bryant's Iconic Photo

Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams has earned a lot of credibility for his contributions to the team's success in the NBA Finals. While playing with a torn ligament on his shooting hand, Williams put up some tremendous performances to ensure a win for his team.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Thunder's Jalen Williams Honors Kobe Bryant by Recreating Iconic Photo

It has been a quiet offseason thus far for the Oklahoma City Thunder, which was to be expected. Of course, the Thunder were the most dominant team in the NBA last season and they were able to cap off their historic season with a championship as they defeated the Indiana Pacers in seven games in the NBA Finals.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 24

OKC Thunder 'Worst Mistake' According to ESPN Hardly a Misstep

No team is perfect. Not even the Oklahoma City Thunder, who have put together a roster good enough to not only capture its first championship in team history but rattle off 68 wins in the regular season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 24

Looking Back at Alex Caruso’s Impact on OKC Thunder on His Declared Day

When Oklahoma City won its first ever NBA championship a month ago, it felt like the city was on fire. The fans, the parade, and the players continued to put this Thunder team on the map.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24

Jalen Williams recreates iconic photo of Kobe Bryant

Jalen Williams would have preferred to avoid surgery on his wrist, but the Oklahoma City Thunder star is making the most of it if he has to. Williams recreated an iconic photo of Kobe Bryant and shared it on social media Thursday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 24

Which OKC Thunder Player is Most Likely to Breakout Next Season?

Fresh off an NBA title, the Oklahoma City Thunder have practically maintained their same roster from the championship-winning team. In fact, the roster is the exact same.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 24

OKC Thunder 2025-26 Season Opener Revealed Through Key NBA Dates

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the reigning NBA Champions, capturing their first title in a seven game bout with the Indiana Pacers during the 2025 NBA Finals.

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OKC Thunder: Ousmane Dieng Could Still Find Minutes

The Oklahoma City Thunder are now fresh off a championship, enjoying their success and offseason while looking toward a 2025-26 campaign. The team has

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Thunder Receive High Offseason Grade After Making 3 Key Decisions

It has been a relatively quiet offseason for the Oklahoma City Thunder, which was to be expected as almost their entire core from last season are set to return next season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 24

Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein sounds off on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘ego’

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein reflected on his first season with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the league’s Most Valuable Player, scoring title champion, and NBA Finals MVP.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Second-Year Thunder Guard Recognized on NBA 2K26 All-Summer League Team

The Oklahoma City Thunder impressed during the NBA 2K26 Summer League in Las Vegas as they had multiple of their young players showcase their skills. Oklahoma City ended the Summer League with a 4-1 record that saw them reach the semifinals before they were defeated by the eventual champion Charlotte Hornets.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / LWOSports.com / July 22

What We Learned About the OKC Thunder from the 2025 Summer League

Summer league has officially come to an end, as the Oklahoma City Thunder played a total of eight games. The reigning champs rolled out a talented roster (even without Thomas Sorber), although the availability of players decreased as the summer league progressed.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / July 22

Former Thunder wing Alex Abrines announces retirement

Spanish guard/forward Alex Abrines has decided to end his playing career, announcing his retirement on Tuesday in a social media post (Twitter link; hat tip to Sportando).

Isaiah Hartenstein News / The SportsRush / July 22

'YouTube Tutorial How to Pop Champagne': Isaiah Hartenstein Sheds More Light On OKC’s Awkward Celebration

The Oklahoma City Thunder are cute. Sure, they won the NBA title behind a relentlessly suffocating defense and the surgical mid-range precision of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but once you watch one postgame interview where they all crowd around the mic with big smiles, we will all end up in agreement.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / July 22

Thunder Player Names Biggest Hurdle on their Championship Run

The Oklahoma City Thunder had the best record in the 2024-25 season and ended their successful season with a championship run. Before making the NBA Finals, they lost only four games in the first three rounds.

Alex Ducas News / Fastbreak on SI / July 21

Oklahoma City Thunder Player Reportedly Leaving NBA

Alex Ducas is coming off his rookie season in the NBA playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder. He finished the year with averages of 1.7 points and 1.2 rebounds per contest while shooting 40.0% from the field and 47.6% from the three-point range in 21 games.

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Wizards keep accumulating assets but still lack direction

The Marcus Smart era in Washington is over. His brief time with the Washington Wizards delivered a first-round pick, but it's still hard to see where the franchise is heading.

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