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Jalen Williams does not appreciate the suggestion that he is a cornball.

Jalen Williams recreates iconic photo of Kobe Bryant

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NBA News / FirstSportz / July 26

Jalen Williams Hits Out After His Kobe Bryant Tribute Is Roasted

It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that Kobe Bryant is the most influential player ever. The Lakers legend was a fan favorite in the entire decade of the noughties and inspired a whole generation of players.

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Jalen Williams News / Fadeaway World / July 26

Jalen Williams Fires Back At Kobe Photo Critics: 'They Couldn't Hold My Water'

Jalen Williams isn’t backing down from the backlash over his Kobe Bryant tribute. After fans online labeled his recent Instagram photo, a pose inspired by the late Lakers legend, as “corny,” the Thunder guard didn’t stay silent.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 25

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 25

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 / Fadeaway World / July 25

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 / 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 21

OKC Thunder: Grading Jalen Williams Contract Extension

It was a banner year for the Thunder, literally. Already sitting in the rafters is Oklahoma City's second Western Conference Championship banner, soon to be joined by the team's first NBA Finals cloth after beating the Indiana Pacers in seven games of the 2025 NBA Finals.

NBA News / The SportsRush / July 21

Snubbing LeBron James From His Top 5, Shaquille O’Neal Makes Bold Jalen Williams Claim

Despite being 40, LeBron James is still playing at an elite level. In the 2024–25 season, he averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds per game, numbers that are rare for any player, let alone someone in their 22nd season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / July 20

Jalen Williams On Handling Criticism: 'They Love You One Day, Hate You The Next'

Jalen Williams may only be entering his third NBA season, but he already sounds like a seasoned veteran when it comes to dealing with media narratives.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 18

OKC Thunder's Jalen Williams Emphasizes Second-Round Importance, Difficulty

The Oklahoma City Thunder played two winner-take-all games in its 2025 NBA championship path. The Denver Nuggets, which won 50 games with a +3.9 net rating (No.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / July 18

Shaquille O'Neal Names Jalen Williams As One Of His Top 5 Players In The NBA Today

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams led the Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA championship in 2025, and Shaquille O'Neal believes they're both now among the five best players in the league.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / July 17

'Last Year That Would’ve Devastated Us': Jalen Williams Speaks on Thunder’s Growth Using Aaron Gordon’s Game-Winner as Example

The Oklahoma City Thunder finally got over the hump to win the 2025 NBA championship. Despite their dominant season, they were pushed to the brink on a couple of occasions.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / July 17

'Did I Just Ruin the Season?': Jalen Williams Shares His First Thought After Learning About Wrist Injury

The Oklahoma City Thunder managed to win the first championship in the franchise’s admittedly short history after defeating the Indiana Pacers in seven games.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / July 17

'I’ve Been Fortunate Enough to Retire My Parents' – Oklahoma City Thunder Star Reveals Awesome Gesture After $287 Million Contract

After helping the Oklahoma City Thunder win the 2025 NBA championship, Jalen Williams received a five-year, $287 million contract extension. This is life-changing money for Williams and his family, and he recently decided to use it in the most wholesome way.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Jalen Williams Makes Huge Personal Announcement After Great Thunder Season

Jalen Williams has had an incredible few months. He has made All-NBA honors, All-Defensive honors, won an NBA championship with the Oklahoma City Thunder and, now, signed a $287 million contract extension with the franchise.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / July 12

Jalen Williams Reveals Details About His Wrist Injury

The Thunder had one of the most dominant runs to a title in NBA history, winning 54 of their games by double digits and going 29-1 against the Eastern Conference during the regular season.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Burn City Sports / July 10

Perry HS Alum and Thunder wing Jalen Williams agrees to $287 million extension

Off one of the most dominant NBA seasons in league’s history, the Oklahoma City Thunder are paying their young core big. After signing max extension with 2025 MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City secured the last core piece in Perry Pumas Alum Jalen Williams, signing him to a five-year, $287 million contract extension.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / July 10

Reports: OKC, Jalen Williams near $287M contract extension

All-NBA forward Jalen Williams and the big-spending Oklahoma City Thunder are finalizing a five-year supermax contract extension with a value that could inflate to $287 million.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / July 10

Jalen Williams deal locks up Thunder's young core

It is 10 days into July, and the Thunder have their core of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams locked up for the rest of this decade.

Ignore the stats, Chet Holmgren earned his max extension

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