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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates a late basket in the fourth quarter at Paycom Center on November 09, 2022 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat looks on during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 27, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Thunder GM Reveals Victor Oladipo's Status For Training Camp

A few months ago, the Oklahoma City Thunder acquired Victor Oladipo, who once played for the team during the 2016-17 season. But it's not entirely clear if he will play for them again. Thunder GM Sam Presti told the press that Oladipo is not expected to attend training camp with

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago

An Oklahoma City Thunder hat sits on stage during the 2022 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 2022 in New York City.

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Video Shows Top Thunder Star Putting In Offseason Work

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder definitely just had the best season of his NBA career. But some people think he is only getting started and will be even better in 2023-24. If that's the case, fans of the Thunder are in for something special. Gilgeous-Alexa

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago

Jalen Williams #8 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts during their game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on April 04, 2023 in San Francisco, California.

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JJ Redick Raves About 1 Thunder Player

The Oklahoma City Thunder are one of the more interesting teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season, and they could end up being a bit ahead of schedule on their rebuilding project. They have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, one of the most underrated stars in the league, as well as

Robert Marvi • 7 months ago

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Thunder HC Opens Up On Making A Trade To Improve

Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago The Oklahoma City Thunder have been on the verge of true greatness for the last few years. They have some of the best young stars in the league but they have yet to break through the competition and have a strong presence in the postseason. Some people believe they are missing on

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center on January 12, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Thunder defeated the 76ers 133-114.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Paid Special Visit To Canadian Hospital

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago

Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates a basket by Kenrich Williams #34 (not pictured) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on January 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Star Thunder Duo Showed Up At World Basketball Festival

Ernesto Cova • 7 months ago

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers in action against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on December 17, 2022 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Reporter Says 1 Young Team Could Make A Surprising Run For Damian Lillard

Ryan Ward • 7 months ago

Melvin Ejim #3 (L) and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of Canada celebrate with their bronze medals after the FIBA Basketball World Cup 3rd Place game victory over the United States at Mall of Asia Arena on September 10, 2023 in Manila, Philippines. Canada won 127-118 in overtime.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Spotted Partying After Canada Won Bronze

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of Canada drives against Zoran Dragic #30 of Slovenia in the third quarter during the FIBA Basketball World Cup quarterfinal game at Mall of Asia Arena on September 06, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

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Fans React To Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Dominant Performance

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

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Fans React To Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Dominant Performance

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of Canada drives against Zoran Dragic #30 of Slovenia in the third quarter during the FIBA Basketball World Cup quarterfinal game at Mall of Asia Arena on September 06, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago The Oklahoma City Thunder got a massive talent in return for Paul George. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to break out as one of the most promising young players in the league. He's coming off the best season of his young career, and he had a game for the ages in the FIBA Baske

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on January 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Seemingly Criticizes Luka Doncic Comparisons

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on March 28, 2022 in Portland, Oregon.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is Making History During 2023 World Cup

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago

Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the second half of the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on March 08, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Thunder 132-101. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Josh Giddey Shares Story Of Being 'Starstruck' By 1 NBA Player

Matthew Peralta • 8 months ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the second quarter of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on December 29, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Fans React To Thunder Star's Impressive FIBA World Cup Debut

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago

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Fans React To Thunder Star's Impressive FIBA World Cup Debut

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the second quarter of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on December 29, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago For weeks now, many NBA fans have thought that Team Canada could have a chance of winning it all in the FIBA Basketball World Cup. They had their first game on Friday morning and came away with a resounding victory, beating France, 95-65. At the center of it all was Shai Gilgeous

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Made World Cup History With Friday's Performance

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center on January 12, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Thunder defeated the 76ers 133-114.

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago Team Canada had a definitive win against France in the FIBA Basketball World Cup on Friday and it was mostly thanks to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Not only did Gilgeous-Alexander help his team score a strong 95-65 win, but he also made World Cup history.

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NBA Player Shares Strong Message After Being Cut By The Thunder

Matthew Peralta • 8 months ago

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder takes a foul shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 08, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Video Shows Chet Holmgren Dominating In Star-Studded Pickup Game

Ryan Ward • 8 months ago

D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on March 22, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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D'Angelo Russell Names Thunder Star The Most 'Underrated' NBA Player

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on against the Dallas Mavericks during the third quarter at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 08, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Video Shows Chet Holmgren Working With Skills Trainer

Brandon Marcus • 9 months ago

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles on the court during a game against the Orlando Magic during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 11, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Chet Holmgren Refuses To Rank Jordan, LeBron, And Kobe

Brandon Marcus • 9 months ago

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Chet Holmgren Refuses To Rank Jordan, LeBron, And Kobe

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles on the court during a game against the Orlando Magic during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 11, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Brandon Marcus • 9 months ago Chet Holmgren still hasn't played a regular season game with his Oklahoma City Thunder. After being selected as the second overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, Holmgren faced a nasty injury right before his first season started. Now he's about to officially join his team and he is

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shots a free throw against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 08, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Chet Holmgren Explains Why He's Not Adding Extra Weight

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago

Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates a basket by Kenrich Williams #34 (not pictured) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on January 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Josh Giddey Shares Excitement About The Thunder's Young Core

Robert Marvi • 9 months ago

Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on October 19, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 115-108.

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Thunder Insider Comments On Mark Daigneault Extension

Ryan Ward • 9 months ago

Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder directs his team against the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Ball Arena on January 22, 2023 in Denver, Colorado.

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Thunder Make A Key Move For The Future

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago

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Thunder Make A Key Move For The Future

Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder directs his team against the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Ball Arena on January 22, 2023 in Denver, Colorado.

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago When the Oklahoma City Thunder appointed Mark Daigneault as their coach, not many people even knew who he was. He came with little experience as an assistant before taking over their G League affiliate, but it didn't take long before people remembered his name. Daigneault has bee

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Chet Holmgren Opens Up On Coming Back After Season-Ending Injury

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder is guarded by Emanuel Terry #62 of the Orlando Magic during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 11, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Jarrett Prendergast • 9 months ago Each season in the NBA there seems to be a new crop of players that everyone wants to keep an eye on. For the 2023-24 season that will have to be the loaded rookie class. Many people want to talk about Victor Wembanyama, Brandon Miller, and Scoot Henderson. But one player who

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder takes a foul shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 08, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Chet Holmgren Receives Major Praise From Kendrick Perkins

Ryan Ward • 9 months ago

Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder waves to the crowd during the 2022 Clorox Rising Stars at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 18, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Josh Giddey Gets Fans Excited About His Thunder Team

Brandon Marcus • 9 months ago

An Oklahoma City Thunder hat sits on stage during the 2022 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 2022 in New York City.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder Are In A Favorable Draft Position For The Future

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles on the court during a game against the Orlando Magic during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 11, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Chet Holmgren Is Off To An Efficient Start In Summer League Play

Brandon Marcus • 10 months ago

Jabari Smith Jr. #1 of the Houston Rockets secures a loose ball against Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Chet Holmgren Is Turning Heads With His Defense In NBA Summer League

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

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Chet Holmgren Is Turning Heads With His Defense In NBA Summer League

Jabari Smith Jr. #1 of the Houston Rockets secures a loose ball against Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago The Oklahoma City Thunder couldn't have their star prospect on the floor during the 2022-23 NBA season. But Chet Holmgren looks back to full strength and is ready to dominate in his first year in the league after missing his rookie season with a non-contact injury in his right foot.

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder is guarded by Daishen Nix #15 of the Houston Rockets during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Chet Holmgren Has An Honest Admission About His Foot Injury

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

Jabari Smith Jr. #1 of the Houston Rockets secures a loose ball against Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Analyst Believes Chet Holmgren May Win Rookie Of The Year

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles on the court during a game against the Orlando Magic during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 11, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Fans React To Chet Holmgren's Summer League Performance

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates a basket by Kenrich Williams #34 (not pictured) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on January 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Josh Giddey Makes Sure To Hype Up Chet Holmgren

Ryan Ward • 10 months ago

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Josh Giddey Makes Sure To Hype Up Chet Holmgren

Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates a basket by Kenrich Williams #34 (not pictured) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on January 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

Ryan Ward • 10 months ago One of the most surprising teams in the NBA during the 2022-23 season was, without a doubt, the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder headed into the 2022-23 campaign without any expectations, with the consensus being that the team was still rebuilding and anything close to .500 or an