Hawks' highly-anticipated rookie battle arrives next on preseason schedule
The Atlanta Hawks will soon take on the Oklahoma City Thunder - a matchup that will feature a fascinating battle between rookies.
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Start of the preseason shows glimpses of a long-awaited Thunder evolution
The OKC Thunder put on a jaw-dropping preseason showcase that gave fans a new perspective on the team's roster.
Luka Doncic plays a role in the Lakers’ rebuild
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has taken a leading role in preparing the franchise for the 2026-27 NBA season following a busy offseason. The Lakers made substantial roster changes after their second-round playoff elimination against the Oklahoma City Thunder, bringing in nine new players. Doncic reportedly had considerable influence on the team’s roster decisions, […] The post Luka Doncic plays a role in the Lakers’ rebuild appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic reveals motivation after missing Lakers’ playoff run
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has opened up about the disappointment of missing last season’s playoffs because of a hamstring injury, admitting that the experience has provided additional motivation ahead of the new campaign. Doncic suffered a strained left hamstring during a regular-season game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2. The injury […] The post Luka Doncic reveals motivation after missing Lakers’ playoff run appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Williams Preseason Debut: Thunder’s Health Boost
Jalen Williams made his Jalen Williams preseason debut on Wednesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks, and the box score offered an early signal that his...
What did you miss most about Suns home games?
Lights. Camera. Action. After nearly six months, the Phoenix Suns are set to play their first game tonight at the Mortgage Matchup Center since their Game 4 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the First Round of the Western Conference Playoffs last season. At 7:30 Arizona Time, they’ll tango against the San Antonio Spurs […]
How Aday Mara is making his case to take a spot in Mark Daigneault’s Thunder rotation
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder rookie center Aday Mara is making headway following his first two NBA preseason games. He hasn’t missed yet, adding 34 points on 15-for-15 shooting, plus 15 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks for Oklahoma City. When Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault highlighted Mara for his gains between summer league […] The post How Aday Mara is making his case to take a spot in Mark Daigneault’s Thunder rotation appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder Star Comes Up With Grandest Description of Russell Westbrook and 2017 MVP’s Role in Franchise’s Growth
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is arguably the most successful player on the Oklahoma City Thunder right now. He could even add more to his résumé, as he is still in his prime. He has already won two Most Valuable Player awards and steered the team to a 2025 NBA championship. The best part about this is that [...]
Raptors must catch up to Thunder, Spurs to reach defensive high point
How good will the Raptors’ defense be this season?
Lu Dort's departure leaves Thunder with an unusual pairing of preseason pressures
The Oklahoma City Thunder need to work out a new balance without Luguentz Dort in the lineup this season.
“I Was A Little Sad”: Kevin Durant Believes Retired Russell Westbrook Could’ve Played Another 6 Years
Kevin Durant thinks Russell Westbrook had plenty of gas left in the tank.
NBA preseason power rankings: Thunder, Spurs lead all 30 teams
The NBA preseason is underway, which means it’s also time for everybody’s favorite October exercise; Ranking teams before the games actually count. Here’s the complete 1-through-30 order, along with a quick Hoops Wire thought on each. 1. Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is coming off another MVP season, and Oklahoma City remains loaded despite some offseason changes. […] The post NBA preseason power rankings: Thunder, Spurs lead all 30 teams appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Aday Mara could single-handedly lead SGA to new career high
OKC Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could find his production in one particular area of play significantly boosted by Aday Mara's arrival.
Thunder rookie Aday Mara could give the Timberwolves headaches
Thunder rookie Aday Mara has been a preseason standout, and this could spell trouble for the Timberwolves.
Bennett Stirtz has SGA to thank for seamless transition to unorthodox play style
OKC Thunder rookie Bennett Stirtz is clearly grateful to have a guy like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on his side.
Thunder secretly played biggest role in LeBron James joining 76ers this summer
The OKC Thunder are argued to have played a significant role in LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason.
With Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz, the Thunder crushed the NBA Draft again
With Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz off to strong preseason starts, it looks like the Oklahoma City Thunder knocked another draft out of the park.
Aday Mara already proving to give Thunder a cheat code they didn't have last year
Aday Mara has already given the OKC Thunder a glimpse of what their offense lacked last season.
Taylor Jenkins reveals what makes Brayden Burries special after Milwaukee Bucks preseason victory
The Milwaukee Bucks edged the Oklahoma City Thunder 128-126 in a dramatic preseason matchup Wednesday night, with rookie guard Brayden Burries playing a key role in the contest. Milwaukee selected Burries with the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after his time at the University of Arizona, and his performance offered an early [...]
Jared McCain reveals how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s off-ball move can help Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — When Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain asked how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trains during the offseason, he was invited to join him in Toronto over the summer. The third-year guard didn’t hesitate, taking the offer and spending a week in Toronto, Canada, with the two-time MVP. McCain’s entering the Thunder’s 2026-27 season inspired. […] The post Jared McCain reveals how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s off-ball move can help Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .
And-Ones: Swing Players, Team Needs, Aivazoglou, Mutual Options
John Hollinger of The Athletic lists 10 under-the-radar players who could swing their respective teams’ seasons. Hawks guard Dyson Daniels, whose shaky jump shot makes him a tricky offensive fit, is one player Hollinger will be closely monitoring in 2026/27. Peyton Watson (Cavaliers), Tobias Harris (Spurs), Collin Murray-Boyles (Raptors) and Cason Wallace (Thunder) are among […]
Luka Doncic shares painful bad decision for Lakers from last season
Luka Doncic fully regrets forcing his way to play for the Los Angeles Lakers amid hamstring issues. Particularly, in an interview with Sports Illustrated, Doncic took full accountability for worsening the injury during the Lakers' late-season matchup back in April against the Oklahoma City Thunder. "When it comes to my spirit of trying to win, I am just stubborn. I felt a little bit in the first half that I should have just stopped," Doncic said. "I should have come out. I think we had a...
Indiana Pacers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
On June 22, 2025, the Indiana Pacers were one game away from potentially winning their first NBA championship. Tyrese Haliburton had opened Game 7 of the Finals on fire, burying three deep threes in the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Then his right Achilles gave out. He crumpled to the floor without contact, […] The post Indiana Pacers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
Northwest Notes: SGA, Dosunmu, Kerr, Trail Blazers
Reigning back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander considers himself the “best player in the NBA,” the Thunder superstar told Sean Gregory of TIME. When asked why he thought that way, Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t hesitate. “I think the production that I have night in and night out is best-player-in-the-NBA production,” he said. “I think the efficiency that I do […]
Aday Mara Makes Thunder’s Frontcourt Line More Solid as Thunder Coach Praises 7’2 Center’s Readiness
Aday Mara getting picked by the Oklahoma City Thunder in last June’s NBA Draft did not receive much fanfare, even from the team’s own fanbase. The 7’2″ center is coming off a successful college career, where he won the NCAA title with the Michigan Wolverines. He joined the school in 2025 from the UCLA Bruins [...]
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