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Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Thunder news: Sam Presti used The Tortoise and the Hare to turn Shai Gilgeous-Alexander into an MVP, NBA champion
A tortoise statue shares space with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s trophies at home. For the Oklahoma City Thunder star, that gift from general manager Sam Presti represents a lesson that arrived long before the championship.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Kendrick Perkins wants Sam Presti to be investigated for Thunder’s deep roster building
ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins is calling for an investigation into Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti. After watching the Thunder defeat the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, Perkins is in awe of how deep Oklahoma City’s roster is despite losing three rotation players over the summer.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18
Did Thunder’s Sam Presti tell Kevin Durant about James Harden trade? The mystery is solved
Sam Presti never gave Kevin Durant a heads-up before trading James Harden to the Houston Rockets in 2012. That’s according to veteran NBA journalist Jonathan Abrams.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13
Thunder GM Sam Presti’s best first-round picks since 2022 continue to shine ahead of 2026-27 season
Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti selected two of his most promising first-round picks, Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz, since drafting All-Star Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams in 2022.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 30
Sam Presti Shares Update on OKC Thunder Celebration Plans For Russell Westbrook
This offseason, the NBA world saw an all-time great in Russell Westbrook retire from the game. Westbrook, the 2017 NBA MVP, nine-time All-Star, two-time
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 28
Sam Presti Discusses Offseason, Financial Situation for OKC Thunder
This summer was much different than the last. A season ago the Thunder arrived at media day with 99% of its roster returning. This Media Day, there are new faces and 10,000 minutes to replace after trading Aaron Wiggins, Isaiah Joe and Lu Dort.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
How Russell Westbrook’s retirement left Thunder GM Sam Presti speechless
One of the first things GM Sam Presti discussed in his preseason address was the Oklahoma City Thunder’s plans to honor Russell Westbrook. Without getting into specific details, Presti reflected on the future Hall of Fame guard’s influence in Oklahoma City, including the fans’ adoration, and how he watched Westbrook blossom into a star.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / September 25
Sam Presti: 'The NBA Is A Poker Game. It’s Not A Chess Game.'
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been one of the very best teams in the NBA over the last three seasons, and general manager Sam Presti deserves all the credit in the world for putting together an incredible roster.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / HITC / September 25
OKC Thunder may have something special planned for Russell Westbrook, hints Sam Presti
Oklahoma City Thunder General Manager Sam Presti has confirmed that the franchise is working on plans to honour the career of Russell Westbrook after he announced his retirement.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / September 25
Sam Presti believes reshaped Thunder can be even better
The Thunder traded away three important rotation players this offseason. Sam Presti still believes they have a chance to be better. Oklahoma City’s longtime basketball operations chief said Thursday that last season’s team never completely reached its ceiling.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / September 25
Thunder GM Presti Discusses Offseason, Roster, Future, More
The Thunder parted ways with longtime starter Luguentz Dort and key regular season reserves Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins this offseason, but longtime head of basketball operations Sam Presti believes the team is well-positioned for success in 2026/27, writes Baxter Holmes of ESPN.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 24
Sam Presti Warns OKC Thunder Season Will Look Different
Things will look different for the Oklahoma City Thunder. They are not only replacing 10,000 minutes, but they hope to endure their first 82-game season with relative health in two years.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Another Ajay Mitchell Thunder leap is on the horizon after Sam Presti endorsement
While Ajay Mitchell is entering his third year with the Oklahoma City Thunder, he’s yet to have a fully healthy season, of which GM Sam Presti reminded the media during his preseason address.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / September 24
Sam Presti Gives Revealing Answer Regarding Cason Wallace
On Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder put Top executive Sam Presti in front of the media for his annual preseason state of the union address. It isn't
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Sam Presti ready to discover Jared McCain’s star status amid Thunder ‘constellation’
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti had eyes for Jared McCain long before his mid-season trade with the Philadelphia 76ers. Ahead of the upcoming season, Presti predicts the 2026-27 Thunder will be better than its championship squad in 2025.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren was humbled by Victor Wembanyama, but now Sam Presti has a warning for NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti isn’t worried about how All-Star Chet Holmgren is going to bounce back from his disappointing performance in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Thunder’s Sam Presti drops Lu Dort truth bomb on Cason Wallace amid contract rumors
The Oklahoma City Thunder are less than a month away from kicking off their new 2026-27 NBA season. It was an offseason of subtraction rather than addition for the Thunder, as the team traded Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe in various cost-cutting measures to keep them out of dire financial straits.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Thunder was historically dominant in NBA championship season. Sam Presti predicts a better team in future
The Oklahoma City Thunder already produced one of the most dominant seasons in NBA history during their 2025 championship run, but general manager Sam Presti believes the franchise has yet to reach its ultimate peak.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Sam Presti teases Thunder’s special Russell Westbrook honor after retirement
Russell Westbrook is almost the consensus choice for the best player in Oklahoma City Thunder history. Westbrook’s MVP, both of his scoring titles, two of his three assist titles, and eight of his nine All-Star nods came with the team that he started his career with.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Will Thunder ownership actually pay to keep roster together? Sam Presti is making no promises
The Oklahoma City Thunder already felt the financial consequences of maintaining an expensive championship roster this offseason, and general manager Sam Presti is not making any guarantees that ownership will continue spending whatever it takes to keep the team’s core together.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27
Fans are calling Sam Presti a ‘savage’ for his sneaky move that hurts Thunder rival
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti pulled off a cheeky move this offseason that immediately put a Western Conference rival in a bind. The Thunder made a seemingly inconspicuous transaction on Saturday by signing Denver Nuggets free agent Spencer Jones to a 2-year, $12 million offer sheet.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20
Sam Presti addresses the Thunder’s decision to trade Lu Dort
The Oklahoma City Thunder knew they couldn’t keep the gang together intact, and that they would have to part ways with one of their key players in the
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / July 19
Sam Presti Calls Lu Dort Trade “A Financial Decision”
After trading Luguentz Dort to the Hawks in a three-team deal that sent back three second-round picks to the Thunder, general manager Sam Presti gave an interview to Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman to discuss the trade.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8
Sam Presti addresses Chet Holmgren’s future
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti made clear how committed the organization is to embattled center Chet Holmgren. Holmgren has faced questions about his future after he was thoroughly erased by Victor Wembanyama during the team’s loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 23, 2025
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / May 6, 2025
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.
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