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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 7
The Thunder's Newest Big Men Could Cause A Different Lineup Strategy
There could be some restrictions with OKC’s possible lineups this year. The Oklahoma City Thunder are going into this upcoming season with a different look, as multiple new players will take the floor for OKC after a hectic offseason.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 15
The Thunder's Newest Big Men Will Have To Earn Their Minutes
Oklahoma City’s young big men can’t expect to just be given a big role from the start. The Oklahoma City Thunder are going into this season with a different-looking roster than the previous year, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 23
2 hottest Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz overreactions from 2026 Thunder Summer League
The Oklahoma City Thunder did some roster remodeling over the offseason, trading away three key players of their 2025 title-winning squad in Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins with the goal of getting underneath the second apron.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / July 20
Thunder's Aday Mara dubbed NBA's 'most disappointing rookie' — but not so fast
Why Thunder fans shouldn't worry about Mara's Summer League showing or the opinions of that performance from analysts.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
A Solid Summer League Stretch Could Mean More Minutes For Aday Mara
The Oklahoma City big man has already started to prove he can help the Thunder from day one. Oklahoma City knew going into this offseason that it needed to add to its talented but limited frontcourt.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 18
Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz’s biggest red flags from 2026 Thunder Summer League
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2026 NBA Summer League searching for complementary pieces capable of helping sustain a legitimate championship window.
Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz Finished With 2026 NBA Summer League
Summer League is a fun time for NBA fans. The last taste of men's professional basketball until October's preseason rolls around, a two week stretch of full days of hoops to hold you over for the dark months of August and September where the basketball news and fix will be hard to come by as it relates to the NBA.
Aday Mara's Scoring Only Expected To Develop More Come Regular Season
The Summer League is only the beginning for the Oklahoma City big man. While the Oklahoma City Thunder as a whole haven’t had the best summer league as
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13
Thunder’s Aday Mara spouts off blunt reaction to ‘anti-Wembanyama’ label
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Aday Mara knows some critics are already skeptical of his ability to limit San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama. While
Aday Mara Rebounds in 2nd Las Vegas Summer League Game
It was expected for Oklahoma City Thunder first-round big man Aday Mara to bounce back at some point in the Las Vegas NBA Summer League after a subpar showing against the Los Angeles Lakers in the Thunder's first Vegas outing.
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.
Aday Mara Bounces Back, 3 Takeaways From OKC Thunder vs. Warriors
The Oklahoma City Thunder are still winless in Summer League, falling to the Golden State Warriors 104-79. This was a headlining contest of today's NBA Summer League action.
Subpar NBA Summer League Offense From Aday Mara Should Not Bring Concern
The NBA Summer League is seen as a proving ground for potential NBA contributors and stars. The biggest prospects are expected to immediately stand out as the brightest stars and roles are immediately meant to flow as they are seasoned veterans.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / July 12
Thunder rookie center Aday Mara has brutal Summer League debut
The Oklahoma City Thunder have high hopes for Mara, taken with the No. 12 pick in June's draft. Mara's NBA Summer League debut might make the Thunder temper those expectations.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 7
Thunder undrafted rookie goes off in summer league outing
In an 82-77 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Payton Sandfort showed off his 3-point range, as the undrafted forward is making headway ahead of his second season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Ball Exclusives / July 6
Mara and Sandfort providing more hope for OKC’s future
While the Thunder lost their Summer League game to the Atlanta Hawks 82-77, Aday Mara and Payton Sandfort showcased much potential. The Thunder’s 12th-overall pick Aday Mara showed flashes of defensive dominance.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 6
Instant Takeaways From Atlanta's Summer League Victory Against Oklahoma City
The Atlanta Hawks played for the second time this summer against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Coming into this game, both teams were looking to bounce back after some first-game struggles to open Summer League, and some of the big names from the NBA Draft stepped up in solid ways.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 4
Bennett Stirtz, Aday Mara turn in near-identical stats in Thunder summer league opener
The Oklahoma City Thunder have players scattered during Fourth of July weekend. Including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander playing across the border for his native Canada.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / July 3
Thunder Sign Mara, Stirtz, Three Two-Way Players
The Thunder announced a series of signings on Friday in a pair of press releases, filling two spots on their standard roster and all three of their two-way slots.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / June 30
How Does the Thunder’s 2026 NBA Draft Class Fit the Current Team?
Fresh off another deep playoff run, the Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2026 NBA Draft looking to strengthen an already championship-caliber roster.
Aday Mara's Passing Can Electrify OKC Thunder Rotation
The Oklahoma City Thunder drafted one of, if not the best, defensive prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft in Michigan big man Aday Mara. While his larger than 7-foot frame and elite rim-protecting talent are easy to talk about, his offensive skill sets will bring the Thunder elite passing from the center position in every unit.
Isaiah Hartenstein Is the Perfect Teacher For Aday Mara
While the Thunder’s newest big man might not be at the top of the totem pole, the experience around him will benefit him. In this year’s NBA Draft, Oklahoma City selected Aday Mara with the team's first pick.
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