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The Thunder were unable to defend the championship they won last year, and there’s an expectation around the league that their roster will look different in 2026/27, writes Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link). However, none of the rival executives Stein has spoken to “strongly believe” Oklahoma City will pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo in […]
The Thunder are going to have to make some moves to shed money this summer, and the Celtics are primed to get involved.
The Oklahoma City Thunder fell short of their goal of back-to-back championships thanks to Saturday's loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, but they could be back with even more notable players next season.
The San Antonio Spurs reached the NBA Finals by building the league’s most feared defense around Victor Wembanyama. Against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder, that formula worked almost perfectly. Wembanyama roamed the paint, erased driving lanes and helped hold back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander well below his regular-season efficiency. But according to Magic Johnson, the […] The post “That Won’t Work”: Magic Johnson Gives Victor Wembanyama Key Warning Ahead of NBA Finals v...
The OKC Thunder and their beloved veteran Lu Dort ironically seem to share the same nightmare offseason scenario.
The NBA Draft is just a few weeks away, which means that things should become clearer on what prospects certain teams have their eyes on. This is considered one of the deeper drafts in a while, and there is talent at almost every position, even outside of the lottery. Michigan had two players who will […] The post NBA rumors: Thunder, Warriors share interest in Michigan star prospects appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder came up short in their hopes of repeating as NBA Champions. Obviously it's just a setback for them, but the Boston Celtics know perhaps better than anyone that winning consecutive titles is hard.
The Cleveland Cavaliers say they aren't interested in trading Evan Mobley, but one phone call from Thunder GM Sam Presti could shift the dynamic.
The Oklahoma City Thunder need someone ready to step in for Jalen Williams. Santa Clara could provide the answer once again with Allen Graves the perfect pick.
The Oklahoma City Thunder were eliminated from the playoffs after suffering a 111-103 Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Victor Wembanyama was nearly an unstoppable force, as Chet Holmgren and his teammates struggled defending the 7-foot-4 center. However, Holmgren played so poorly against Wembanyama that Kendrick Perkins thinks […] The post Kendrick Perkins ready to trade Thunder’s ‘soft, scared’ Chet Holmgren ASAP appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder fell short of the goal of reaching the NBA Finals for the second time in a row, and it was the San Antonio Spurs who stood in their way. Many would say the Thunder had a few things working against them in the Western Conference Finals; Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell, […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren ‘shows every symptom of playoff choker,’ and evidence is only growing appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder possess two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and an elite supporting cast. They have a respected coaching staff and a treasure chest of draft capital. Yet championship windows are rarely as permanent as they appear. Sometimes the difference between a conference finals exit and a title parade comes down to one bold move. […] The post Thunder’s best Trey Murphy III trade offer after Bill Simmons teases possibility appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Chet Holmgren‘s coaches and teammates expressed support for the embattled big man during the Thunder‘s end-of-season interviews on Sunday, according to The Associated Press. Holmgren’s rough series in the Western Conference finals ended with a two-shot, four-point performance in Game 7, but head coach Mark Daigneault said he remains an important part of the structure […]
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been eliminated, but now the real work truly begins.
Just hours after the Oklahoma City Thunder finished their WCF against the San Antonio Spurs in a defeat, podcaster Bill Simmons opened up and brutally compared 24-year-old Chet Holmgren’s disaster to Ronda Rousey’s UFC career. Thunder fell to the visiting Spurs in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, surrendering a 111-103 final score at […] The post Bill Simmons compares Thunder’s Chet Holmgren’s WCF disaster to Ronda Rousey appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s depth was unmatched this season. The team legitimately had 13 or 14 players who would be in almost every team’s rotation around the league. Aaron Wiggins was a standout of the team’s depth. On some nights with the team, he has operated as one of their top scorers. At other times, […] The post 3 best Aaron Wiggins trade destinations as Thunder look to clear salary appeared first on ClutchPoints .
I’ll never forget Tim Duncan leaving the floor for the last time in Oklahoma City. A talented, interesting, and ultimately lacking Spurs team had just lost to the Thunder in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals. Timmy slipped off the court, raised his hand briefly, and disappeared into the tunnel. Blink and you miss […]
The rich could get richer, as the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to add more blue-chip talent in next month’s NBA Draft, just days after falling short to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. The Thunder own the No. 12 and the No. 17 picks. Reports, however, have arisen over the past […] The post NBA rumors: Insider floats idea of Thunder-Clippers trade, then Chet Holmgren trade to get Cameron Boozer appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Lakers may have to choose between LeBron and Austin Reaves, plus the rumors are already buzzing about big moves the Thunder could make to catch the Spurs.
“Winning the Larry O’Brien is a childhood dream and having a real shot at it, having a chance, a tangible chance at winning it, realizing a dream, it’s a lifetime chance,” Wembanyama said to the NBC crew at the end of Game 7 against the OKC Thunder. “You never know what’s going to happen again. […]
If the Oklahoma City Thunder are at least mildly interested in Giannis Antetokounmpo, everything might've just changed for the Miami Heat.
As elite of a primary play creator as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is, his reputation on the court isn’t exactly squeaky clean. Think back to all the times the Oklahoma City Thunder player was accused of faking contact, flopping, and foul-baiting. Yet, as agent Rich Paul points out, he is merely drawing heat for a tactical art […] The post LeBron James’ Agent Says Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant “Sold Calls” Just Like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Oklahoma City Thunder spent years building the NBA’s gold standard for sustainable contention. Yet for all their brilliance, the 2026 postseason ended with a painful realization. They still have a weakness that can be exploited by the league’s elite. As the Thunder search for answers, general manager Sam Presti may need to think bigger […] The post Thunder’s best Evan Mobley trade offer to Cavs after conference finals exits appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Over the past few years, the Oklahoma City Thunder have built impressive depth through additions such as Alex Caruso, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren. However, financial realities eventually catch up to every contender, and OKC is no exception. Following the Game 7 loss, it was clear that fan support alone may not be enough to […] The post Cason Wallace Sparks Questions About His Future With Post Elimination Message to Thunder appeared first on EssentiallySports .
This Oklahoma City Thunder team must have expected themselves to be back in the NBA Finals to get an opportunity to defend their title, but there will be no repeat champion after the San Antonio Spurs took care of business in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, 111-103. OKC simply did not have enough […] The post Thunder’s Jared McCain opens up on SGA’s meaningful off-court gesture appeared first on ClutchPoints .