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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / October 6
What Does Brooks Barnhizer's Role Look Like for OKC Thunder in Year One?

What Does Brooks Barnhizer's Role Look Like for OKC Thunder in Year One?

During Sam Presti's tenure as Oklahoma City's general manager, the Thunder have made a habit of finding solid players in the second round of the NBA Draft.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 6
Brooks Barnhizer is a Backend Rotation Dark Horse for OKC Thunder

Brooks Barnhizer is a Backend Rotation Dark Horse for OKC Thunder

OKC Thunder rookie guard Brooks Barnhizer is a dark horse contender for a key spot in the Thunder rotation this season. The No. 44 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft can make a push for a spot with a good training camp and start to his OKC Blue campaign in the G League.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / July 18
OKC Secret Weapon is Cooking in the Summer League

OKC Secret Weapon is Cooking in the Summer League

For a recent champion, the Oklahoma City Thunder sure do love making their presence felt. They aren’t as quiet aa other teams in the offseason, though they aren’t making trades.

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The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 14
Brooks Barnhizer Showing NBA Potential at Summer League

Brooks Barnhizer Showing NBA Potential at Summer League

The Summer League is prone to overreactions. The very nature of it showcases rookies that have seen narratives built around them for over a year before seeing them in a somewhat NBA setting.

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The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The draft is a huge key to building a team. Sometimes, picks don't work out the way general managers hope, but sometimes, they can change the fate of your franchise's next decade or two.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Draft on SI / July 13
OKC Thunder Rookie Brooks Barnhizer Makes Summer League History

OKC Thunder Rookie Brooks Barnhizer Makes Summer League History

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Brooks Barnhizer needed just two games to make history at the 2025 Las Vegas NBA Summer League. After winning an NBA title less than a month ago, OKC is 2-0 in Las Vegas and has received strong performances from a number of first-year players, including second-round pick Brooks Barnhizer.

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