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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5
Carmelo Anthony urges Thunder’s Sam Presti to ‘f**k up game’ by making Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
Just a year after the infamous Luka Doncic trade, another superstar might be on the move. This time, though, it wouldn’t be a surprise. After more than a decade with the Milwaukee Bucks, there are now reports that Giannis Antetokounmpo is reconsidering his future with the team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28
4 Moves Thunder GM Sam Presti made that paved the way for NBA’s next potential dynasty
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti had plenty to be thankful for at Thanksgiving dinner this year, following his team’s first NBA championship, and its dominant 18-1 regular-season record.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / ESPN / November 26
How a legendary historian is quietly fueling OKC's championship rise 
As OKC GM Sam Presti formed a Thunder team built for a dynasty, he was inspired by a man who has been working on the same project for more than 50 years.
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Last Word On Sports / November 21
Top 5 Thunder Trades Engineered by Sam Presti
Sam Presti is one of the basketball geniuses off the court, and his brilliance has seen Thunder trades that shaped the franchise’s success. From trades that shocked the NBA world, to actually showing that Oklahoma City is a bastion of notable transactions that resulted in the league’s success.
Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?
Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / September 28
'We’re Not Chasing an Outcome' – Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sends Strong Message About the Team’s Repeat Hopes
Sam Presti recently acknowledged the fact that the Oklahoma City Thunder have a huge target on their backs as the defending champions this upcoming season.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 26
Sam Presti Highlights Former OKC Thunder Star's Involvement in OKC For Soccer Initiative
Russell Westbrook accomplished so much for a city that wasn't even his hometown. A city that's often overlooked, and certainly was when he first arrived.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 25
Sam Presti Explains Foundation of Mark Daigneault's Success With OKC Thunder
Oklahoma City has one of the top rosters in the NBA, but its head coach has been just as important to the team’s success. Last season, Mark Daigneault won a championship in only his fifth season as the Thunder’s head coach.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Sam Presti Subtly Warns Thunder Locker Room About Potential Trade After $822M Investment
The Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t put a foot wrong last season. Meteoric rise seems like the perfect way to describe the once-home of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Russell Westbrook.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 7
Billy Donovan’s classy message to Thunder’s Mark Daigneault, Sam Presti at HOF night
The Oklahoma City Thunder are starting to turn their attention away from the 2025 championship they just won and toward the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season, which is slated to begin in a month and a half.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 2
Why OKC Thunder's Sam Presti Might Not Repeat as Executive of the Year
Fittingly, Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti won his first career Executive of the Year award in the same season the Thunder won its first NBA championship.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 12
OKC Thunder vs. the CBA: Can Sam Presti and company come out on top?
There has been plenty said about the Oklahoma City Thunder and its teambuilding strategy, even after Sam Presti and company won the NBA Finals. After signing stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren to contract extensions, social media was abuzz, pondering if the team could afford the trio long term.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / July 28
Former Thunder Coach Inks Extension With Chicago Bulls
Following a fun 2019-20 season, Billy Donovan and Sam Presti discussed the future of the bench boss as the Oklahoma City Thunder were set to embark on a rebuild.
Sam Presti Shares Unique OKC Thunder Stat Could Shape Next Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder are fresh off a season that ended with 68 wins, an NBA championship and plenty of historical records. It will be tough to top the 2024-25 campaign in Thunder history, though Oklahoma City seems destined to compete for championship for the rest of the decade.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 18
Oklahoma City Thunder 2025 NBA free agency grades for every signing
In the wake of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s first NBA championship, general manager Sam Presti wasted no time reinforcing the foundation of the franchise.
Sam Presti Opens Up About Scouting Process
As the NBA has grown in popularity, everyone has turned into an amateur scout. Whom amongst us hasn't been a back-seat General Manager for a team? Breaking down the film of prospects to make sweeping claims about their careers before it begins, condemn or congratulate teams the second after picks are made with preconceived notions.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / June 24
'Having James, Russ, KD': Paul George Thinks Sam Presti Will Learn From Previous Mistakes, Try to Turn Thunder Into a Dynasty
After capturing their first championship in franchise history, the Oklahoma City Thunder now face a promising, yet challenging, situation in the years ahead.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 23
Why aren't more teams following the Thunder's championship blueprint?
More teams should look at the Oklahoma City Thunder and aim to emulate them.
Why Sam Presti’s Executive Of The Year Award Is Long Overdue
OKLAHOMA – After years of reshaping rosters and acquiring elite talent, Sam Presti finally received the recognition he long deserved. The Oklahoma City Thunder executive claimed the 2024-25 NBA Executive of the Year award.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / BasketballNews.com / May 6
Sam Presti named 2024–25 NBA Executive of the Year
Oklahoma City Thunder Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti has been honored as the 2024–25 NBA Executive of the Year, marking his first
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / May 6
Thunder GM Sam Presti named NBA Executive of Year
Oklahoma City Thunder executive vice president and general manager Sam Presti was named the 2024-25 NBA Basketball Executive of the Year on Tuesday. It is the first honor for Presti, 47, who previously finished second in 2009-10, 2019-20 and 2023-24.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Thunder GM Sam Presti named Executive of the Year
It’s the first time that Presti, who has run the Thunder’s front office since 2007, has earned the honor.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / October 18, 2024
Biggest potential flaw for Thunder ahead of 2024-25 season
Will the front office be decisive if the team needs help at the deadline?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 27, 2024
GM Sam Presti: Thunder don't expect No. 12 pick to play next season
Nearly two years after their No. 2 overall pick (Chet Holmgren) suffered a foot injury that sidelined him for his entire rookie season, the Thunder used their 2024 lottery pick on another player they expect to have a redshirt season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21, 2024
Thunder GM gives surprising reason why team traded star guard
The GM decided to break up Oklahoma City's young core and acquire 30-year-old Alex Caruso in the deal.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 29, 2024
Sam Presti Thinks 2024 NBA Draft is 'Pretty Good' Despite Weak Class Narratives
The 2024 NBA Draft is right around the corner and there has been a consistent narrative surrounding this draft that it is a "bad class," and that would depend on who you asked.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / May 29, 2024
Thunder GM admits Gordon Hayward trade was a mistake
Ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline, the Thunder acquired Hayward, who was supposed to be the final piece to put them over the top.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 28, 2024
Thunder GM takes blame for key midseason decision: 'I missed'
Presti discussed the botched maneuver as well as his perspective on the Thunder's rapidly developing young core.
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