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Thunder's Mark Daigneault Responds to Devin Booker Ahead of Suns Game

Devin Booker called out the Thunder's tactics Mark Daigneault responded The Suns face the Thunder on Wednesday The Oklahoma City Thunder appear poised for a historic NBA regular season with a league-best 23-1 record headed into their 25th game with Devin Booker, Jordan Ott and the Phoenix Suns coming to town.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Mark Daigneault reveals how Thunder held Anthony Davis to 2 points in blowout win

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault reacted to his defense stifling Dallas Mavericks’ Anthony Davis, holding the 10-time All-Star to two points on 1-for-9 shooting in a 132-111 blowout victory.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Mark Daigneault champions Chris Paul’s professionalism amid Clippers drama

OKLAHOMA CITY — Amid the drama between the Los Angeles Clippers front office and Chris Paul parting ways, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault revealed what he’ll remember most about the future Hall of Fame guard.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / December 4

Mark Daigneault Reflects on Former OKC Thunder Forward After Retirement

The Thunder have had no shortage of basketball icons come through the building over the years, and their impact is always felt, regardless of how long they were in Oklahoma City.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 2

Mark Daigneault, J.B. Bickerstaff named NBA Coaches of the Month

Mark Daigneault of the Thunder and J.B. Bickerstaff of the Pistons have been named the NBA’s Coaches of the Month for games played in October and November, the league announced in a press release.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 29

SGA reveals how Mark Daigneault has prepared Thunder for ‘clunky’ rotation changes

Amid Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams’ regular-season debut in Saturday’s NBA Cup win against the Phoenix Suns, head coach Mark Daigneault and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander watched Ajay Mitchell limp off the floor with a left knee contusion.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren credits Mark Daigneault after connecting on dagger-3 vs. Timberwolves

OKLAHOMA CITY — After connecting on a dagger-3 to push the Thunder’s lead to four in the final minute of Wednesday’s 113-105 NBA Cup win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Chet Holmgren discussed Mark Daigneault’s influence.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

What Mark Daigneault wants Thunder to be better at after close call vs. Timberwolves

OKLAHOMA CITY — Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder stretched their winning streak to 10 games to improve to an 18-1 record in the regular season in a 113-105 NBA Cup victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Even Mark Daigneault can’t believe Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 40 while sick

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dragged himself to the arena feeling sick. He left it with 40 points, another win, and a head coach shaking his head in disbelief.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 25

Mark Daigneault reveals how Thunder ‘maximizes’ effort amid dominant start

For head coach Mark Daigneault, the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 17-1 dominant start is a testament to a standard set by a team coming off its first championship with something to prove.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 24

Why Mark Daigneault wants Chris Paul to be an example for Thunder’s Chet Holmgren

OKLAHOMA CITY — In light of Los Angeles Clippers’ Chris Paul announcing his retirement at the end of the season, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault took time to share how the future Hall of Fame guard is an excellent example for Chet Holmgren.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 23

Mark Daigneault sets the record straight on Thunder’s injury timetables

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault set the record straight on whether his team’s success and depth delay specific timetables for his players’ injury recoveries.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 22

Thunder’s Mark Daigneault reveals driving force behind 18-point comeback vs. Jazz

Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder erased an 18-point deficit to win by 32 points in a 144-112 blowout against the Utah Jazz. In a game where the Thunder bench produced 71 points, which is the second most in franchise history, Daigneault highlighted four players who led the second unit.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA Analysis Network / November 21

Mark Daigneault predicted OKC Thunder’s success in 2021 after suffering worst loss in NBA history

Mark Daigneault might be one of the best coaches in the NBA, but in 2021, he was the OKC Thunder’s leader when they suffered the worst loss in NBA history.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 20

Thunder’s Mark Daigneault celebrates Lu Dort for 3-point barrage vs Kings

OKLAHOMA CITY — For the second consecutive game, head coach Mark Daigneault watched Lu Dort connect on four threes to help the Oklahoma City Thunder seal a victory.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 18

Mark Daigneault applauds ‘breakout’ player from Thunder’s 126-point outburst vs. Pelicans

In response to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s historic 49-point first quarter in Monday’s 126-109 blowout win against the New Orleans Pelicans, head coach Mark Daigneault highlighted veteran Lu Dort’s elite shooting.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 16

How Thunder ‘course-corrected’ to avoid shocking Hornets upset to get to 13-1

The Oklahoma City Thunder extended its league-best record to 13-1 in a 109-96 win against the Charlotte Hornets. In what one considers to be one of the NBA’s best starts in league history, the defending champion avoided an upset loss on the road.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 15

Talented Thunder arrive in Charlotte well-rested

The only thing to slow down the Oklahoma City Thunder this week was a couple of days off. And perhaps the extra rest could help the team with the NBA's best record.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13

Mark Daigneault urges Thunder to keep right ‘mindset’ after 12-1 start

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault commended his team’s approach amid the first 13 games of the regular season and a 12-1 start.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / October 20

Mark Daigneault Offers Insight on Tom Thibodeau's Post-Knicks NBA Tour

After coaching the New York Knicks to the Eastern Conference Finals, Tom Thibodeau was shockingly let go. At this point, the Knicks replaced one veteran with another, giving the head coaching job to Mike Brown.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Thunder's Mark Daigneault Sends Clear Message After Game 6 vs. Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder were on the road on Thursday night for Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers. Of course, the Thunder entered the matchup looking to clinch the series and the championship with a victory after they were able to take a 3-2 lead after their victory in Game 5.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 7

Thunder HC addresses struggling stars ahead of Finals Game 2

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault hasn't lost confidence in struggling stars Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams ahead of Sunday's NBA Finals Game 2 against the Indiana Pacers.

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