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‘No freedom anymore…’ Former NBA and Duke star blasts Coach K in alarming videos on social media

Kyle Singler, who was a standout at Duke, has slammed former head coach Mike Krzyzewski for putting him in a difficult position. Singler had a brief career in the NBA following his stint at Duke, playing for the Detroit Pistons and the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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A Bigger Regular Season Role For Alex Caruso Could Land Him Hardware Next Season

An Oklahoma City veteran could be looking to bring some hardware home this coming season. The Oklahoma City Thunder have been no strangers to awards and recognition, as the roster has been full of players who have been some of the best in every category.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

OKC Thunder Must Value Home-Court Advantage Again in 2026-27

The Oklahoma City Thunder might be ready to take the regular season a bit more lightly next season, but they would be wise to value getting home-court advantage again.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Which Upcoming Contract Extension is Most Important for OKC Thunder?

One of the Oklahoma City Thunder's best attributes over the past few years has been the team's depth. Even beyond a starting lineup that includes the reigning MVP and multiple All-Stars, OKC's bench unit was an asset during the Thunder's title run and once again in 2026.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Chet Holmgren News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 26

Chet Holmgren Set For Scoring Leap in Year Four

Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren has improved each season he's played in the league, throughout all his injury troubles. Holmgren made his first All-Star Game in 2026, but another leap is on the way for the former No.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / August 26

'This Situation Is So Heartbreaking': NBA World Calls for Help After Ex-Thunder Star’s New Video Stuns Internet

This is happening again. The basketball world is growing concerned about former Duke and Oklahoma City Thunder player Kyle Singler following a series of troubling social media videos.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Is Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander playing for Canada in upcoming FIBA window?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Canada to a 2-0 record in the previous window of the FIBA World Cup Americas Qualifiers after dominating Puerto Rico and Jamaica.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Could Strong Northwest Division Hurt OKC Thunder in Standings?

Oklahoma City is hoping ot land atop the standings again next season, but it may have its toughest path yet. Over the past three seasons, the Thunder have found almost no issues landing at the top of the Western Conference standings.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Pair of OKC Thunder Players Ranked Among NBA's Top 12 Defenders

The Oklahoma City Thunder have crafted an indentity on defense over the past few seasons. OKC's talent on that end of the floor was the catalyst for the Thunder's 2025 NBA title run, helping Oklahoma City overcome struggles on offense during the postseason.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Jaylin Williams Could Be The Thunder's Next Breakout Player

The next Thunder player to have a breakout season could be someone nobody expects. Between the Oklahoma City Thunder’s great draft history and their ability to grow players, it seems that almost every year, there is a breakout season for one of the Thunder’s players.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 24

Continued Defensive Improvement Is Priority For OKC Thunder's Jared McCain

Jared McCain was an instant-impact scorer off the bench for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half of the 2025-26 season, joining the squad from the Philadelphia 76ers at the trade deadline.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Thunder part ways with key member behind the scenes after 2 seasons

The Oklahoma City Thunder have undergone plenty of changes this offseason, with the front office being hard at work so the team could stay below the dreaded second apron.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 23

Alex Caruso Can't be Overlooked in OKC Thunder Starting Lineup Decision

Oklahoma City’s starting lineup has been a hot topic all offseason, and the Thunder’s solution could end up being a surprise. Over the past few weeks, the Thunder’s offseason has settled down, and the team appears set for next season.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / August 23

Two OKC Thunder Players Picked in top 10 of Recent 2021-2025 Redraft

The Oklahoma City Thunder have drafted well in recent memory. After winning less than 25 games for two consecutive seasons, Sam Presti and company turned the Thunder's fortunes around through a few solid draft picks.

Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 22

Watch Thunder’s Jalen Williams blindly rank his top 5 PEs

Jalen Williams is carrying his legacy on and off the NBA court. While in an otherwise offseason festivity, the Oklahoma City Thunder star shooting guard recently went for a blind ranking of his Adidas player edition shoes, or PEs.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 21

Thunder are winning big by helping force the Nuggets decline

The Denver Nuggets took the Oklahoma City Thunder to seven games in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Since then, one of the Thunder's biggest rivals has gotten worse, and the Thunder directly benefit in multiple ways.

Cavaliers acquire Peyton Watson in multi-team trade with Nuggets, give him major contract

Nuggets' development strategy fizzles out with Peyton Watson departure

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell Named UC Santa Barbara’s GM

Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell has been named the general manager of UC Santa Barbara’s men’s basketball program, the school announced in a press release.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / August 19

‘Changed My Life In So Many Ways’: Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell On Taking Up GM Role With NCAA Alma Mater

The 24-year-old guard Ajay Mitchell, who won an NBA title with the Thunder in 2025, is officially stepping into the role of general manager of UC Santa Barbara’s basketball program.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / August 17

Isaiah Hartenstein Opens Up On Sacrificing Money To Remain With Thunder

Despite boasting a title-contending squad, the Oklahoma City Thunder were always at risk of seeing their well-constructed team fall apart as the perils of the second apron loomed over them this summer.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14

Dennis Schroder approaching wild NBA record with latest trade

NBA teams seem to always want to have Dennis Schroder around. Just not for too long.

Hornets get much-needed point guard depth with Dennis Schroder trade

Bradley Beal's return to Clippers is another failed veteran opt-out

The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16

The 'Most 3's-per-game in NBA history' quiz

Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / August 12

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

Westbrook's time as the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder for over a decade is what basketball fans will remember the nine-time All-Star for.

Westbrook had offers from two NBA teams before retirement

LeBron James sends message to Westbrook after retirement

DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup

Bam Adebayo being underrated now that Heat have their superstar

Tyrese Haliburton sends strong message about his health

Warriors GM fails to quell Steph Curry speculation with recent comments

Chet Holmgren News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Report: Thunder may trade Chet Holmgren in one scenario

Chet Holmgren may be playing for his future next season. The Oklahoma City Thunder could potentially trade their star big man Holmgren if he continues to struggle against rival center Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs, Zach Harper of The Athletic reported on Tuesday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / August 11

Thunder chopped nearly $300 million from payroll, and the hard part may be next

The Thunder spent the offseason doing something considerably more complicated than defending a championship, as they did last year. They had to keep the bill from becoming completely insane.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10