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Oklahoma City will miss Jalen Williams for a bit longer, and his absence was loud in the Thunder’s latest loss. On Friday night, the Thunder had an NBA Finals rematch against the Indiana Pacers, falling 117-114 to mark just the third home loss of the season for Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Why Thunder’s Kenrich Williams believes SGA is still underrated despite MVP win

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40+ points in his second consecutive game, as Kenrich Williams says fans should be more appreciative of SGA’s back-to-back MVP-caliber seasons.

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

Thunderstruck: Can OKC Keep Winning Even With Injuries?

After starting their four-game road trip quite healthy, OKC’s injuries have now piled up, and it may affect their games in the coming weeks. It hasn’t been an easy year for the Thunder, who have started the year without Jalen Williams and missed some rotational players.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / January 21

Thunder forced to survive and thrive again minus Jalen Williams

Without a doubt, the Thunder are favored to claim back-to-back championships. That’s not a given, but at 36-8, it’s hard to pick anyone else. The key, of course, is good health.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / January 20

Jalen Williams injury update: Thunder forward out with hamstring strain as team adjusts rotation

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams has been diagnosed with a right hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in a couple of weeks. The injury interrupts another strong campaign for one of the Thunder’s key playmakers, who has been a consistent part of the team’s league-best start.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / January 19

Thunder to shelve Jalen Williams (hamstring) 2 weeks

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be without the services of forward Jalen Williams for the next couple of weeks, the team said Monday. Williams, who has been battling a right hamstring strain, missed the game Monday, as the Thunder blasted the Cleveland Cavaliers 136-104.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 19

Alex Caruso, Jaylin Williams both exit Thunder game vs Cavs with injury

As the Oklahoma City Thunder took on the Cleveland Cavaliers in a potential preview of the 2026 NBA Finals, disaster struck when Jaylin Williams and Alex Caruso both exited the game after less than 10 minutes of action each.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 19

NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Raptors, RJ Barrett, Celtics

The Thunder now have a clearer, if still uncomfortable, picture with Jalen Williams. Williams’ right hamstring strain will be re-evaluated in a couple of weeks, the team’s PR department announced.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 19

Thunder’s Jalen Williams will miss Cavs game with hamstring injury

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams suffered a hamstring injury in a 122-120 loss to the Miami Heat and will miss Monday’s game against the Cleveland Cavs.

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

OKC Thunder Forward Jalen Williams Sidelined With Hamstring Strain

In the middle of the second quarter, in a game where Jalen Williams looked more like himself than ever before this season, the Santa Clara product turned

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / January 18

Thunder F Jalen Williams (hamstring) out vs. Cavs

The Oklahoma City Thunder ruled out forward Jalen Williams for their road game Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a right hamstring strain. Williams exited Oklahoma City's 122-120 loss at the Miami Heat on Saturday night midway through the second quarter, with what the Thunder at the time called thigh soreness.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 18

What Thunder’s Mark Daigneault said about Jalen Williams’ injury vs. Heat

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault reacted to Jalen Williams’ hamstring injury in the Thunder’s loss to the Miami Heat, which snapped the defending champions’ five-game win streak.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / January 18

Thunder’s Jalen Williams to be re-examined after exiting with leg injury

The Thunder left Miami with more than a loss. Forward Jalen Williams exited Saturday’s game with what the team labeled right thigh soreness, though the scene suggested more than that.

Jalen Williams News / Hoops Rumors / January 18

Jalen Williams Suffers Leg Injury, Will Be Examined Sunday

Thunder forward Jalen Williams suffered a right leg injury during Saturday’s loss at Miami, writes Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman (subscription required).

Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / January 17

What Happened to Jalen Williams? Thunder Star Makes Injury Exit Against Miami

The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder took on the Miami Heat tonight, but a routine night suddenly turned sour for the Thunder. Forward Jalen Williams exited the game in the second quarter, leaving OKC vulnerable without one of their best players.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Thunder’s Jalen Williams reveals biggest factor behind latest win streak

After Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault commended his leaders for adapting to the defensive hurdles in a 111-91 win against the Houston Rockets, All-Star Jalen Williams revealed the mindset of his team amidst two impressive wins.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 16

Jalen Williams' Offensive Revival a Work in Progress Following Wrist Injury for OKC Thunder

Since Jalen Williams' return from a wrist injury that had continued to bother him all the way from the OKC Thunder's NBA Finals run, he hasn't looked the same.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The Lead / January 15

Jalen Williams Has Returned to All-Star Level After Wrist Injury

As Jalen Williams returned to the court from his offseason wrist injury, he struggled to find a rhythm. With the Oklahoma City Thunder eyeing another championship run, his inability to consistently create his own shot or attack the rim stood out early.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Jalen Williams Learns the Hard Way He Isn’t His Own 'Biggest Critic'

For Jalen Williams, the hardest part of this season has not been Oklahoma City’s position in the standings. It has been the disconnect between expectation and reality.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 12

NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Warriors, Seth Curry, Suns

Jalen Williams continues to manage the lingering effects of the hand surgery that delayed the start of his season. During Sunday’s win over the Heat, Williams wore a heated glove on his shooting wrist while on the bench, a sign that maintenance remains part of the routine, according to Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / January 9

Jalen Williams leads Thunder to comeback win over Grizz

Jalen Williams scored a season-high 26 points, Ajay Mitchell added 23 and Kenrich Williams also posted a season high with 21 off the bench as the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied from 21 points down in the second half to stun the host Memphis Grizzlies 117-116 on Friday night.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / January 5

Jalen Williams Starting to Come Around Following Wrist Surgery

Jalen Williams is still trying to find his "New Normal," according to Mark Daigneault, following offseason wrist surgery. This rehab process has been difficult as the Santa Clara product missed all of training camp and has so far only been active for 17 games.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / November 27

Jalen Williams to make season debut, will make Thunder scarier

Jalen Williams to make season debut, will make Thunder even scarier

Thunder star Jalen Williams will make his 2025-26 season debut on Friday against Phoenix, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN. Williams underwent surgery at the start of July to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his right wrist that bothered him throughout the 2025 postseason..

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / November 24

Jalen Williams now ineligible for postseason awards

Jalen Williams‘ absence from the lineup has barely slowed down the Thunder, who routed Portland on Sunday to improve to 17-1. However, it has financial implications for the fourth-year wing, who has missed all 18 games, according to Alex Schiffer of Front Office Sports.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / October 31