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Thunder recalls Aleksej Pokusevski from G League bubble
Aleksej Pokusevski has been called up from the G League bubble, the Thunder announced Friday.
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'Just one of those nights:' Thunder held to 78 points in loss at Mavericks
The Thunder cracked 20 points in just one of four quarters. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had an off night, but his 15 points led the...
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Thunder: Lu Dort, Theo Maledon selected as NBA Rising Stars
Thunder guards Luguentz Dort and Theo Maledon were among the 20 players named to the NBA Rising Stars rosters on Wednesday.
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Thunder vs. Nuggets: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Denver
The Nuggets led 38-20 at the end of the first quarter, and that 18-point cushion only grew as the Nuggets blew out the Thunder...
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Tramel: Tanking is tough for Thunder when teams like the Hawks are on the schedule
Thunder and Hawks have the same record, though their goals are vastly different
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Thunder vs. Hawks: Five takeaways, including a fashion faux pas, from OKC's win over Atlanta
The Thunder wore orange, the Hawks wore red and no one watching was happy.
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Thunder recalls Ty Jerome from G League bubble
Ty Jerome might soon make his Thunder debut.
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Thunder: Hamidou Diallo to miss multiple games with groin injury
Hamidou Diallo has been ruled out for the Thunder's next two games after suffering a right groin injury Wednesday night against...
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Tramel: Lu Dort joins the Buzzer-Beater Club in Thunder's win vs. Spurs
The 750th buzzer-beater in NBA history came from Lu Dort, whose shot sometimes falters but his confidence is unwavering
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‘Like a March Madness’: Thunder’s Lu Dort nets winner, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has career high vs. Spurs
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a career night, but it was Luguentz Dort who found himself at the bottom of a Thunder dogpile.
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When does Russell Westbrook return to OKC and more Thunder takeaways from NBA second-half schedule
The Thunder’s second-half schedule will begin with a March 11 home game against the Mavericks, and OKC’s season will conclude...
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Tramel: Thunder just not good enough against hungry Heat
Rash of turnovers turns a Thunder lead into a Miami rout
'We ran out of gas': How the Thunder failed to put away the Heat in Chesapeake Energy Arena return
The Heat outscored the Thunder 34-23 in the third quarter, and Miami started the fourth quarter on a 15-0 run.
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Tramel: Thunder needs Cavaliers' NBA Draft lottery luck, not their drafting acumen
Cavs' rebuilding is a cautionary tale that franchises must draft well
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Thunder vs. Cavaliers: Five takeaways from OKC's win at Cleveland
The rust Shai Gilgeous-Alexander showed in his first two games back from a knee injury was gone by Sunday night in Cleveland.
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Tramel: Thunder now avoiding blowout losses, which is encouraging
When the Thunder was off to a decent start, blowout losses were a warning sign
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Thunder vs. Bucks: Five takeaways from OKC's loss at Milwaukee
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walked to the Thunder’s bench and threw down a towel as he took a seat.
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Tramel: When Al Horford sits, the Thunder struggles. That's good news for his trade value.
The Thunder without Horford most definitely is a lesser team
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'No excuses': Inside the Thunder's winter-travel adventure to face the Grizzlies
Thunder center Mike Muscala is in his eighth NBA season, but Wednesday night marked a first for him.
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Thunder vs. Trail Blazers: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Portland
The Thunder opened the fourth quarter on a 23-4 run. What had been a 24-point Trail Blazers advantage was erased.
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Thunder taking steps to reduce power consumption at Chesapeake Energy Arena
The concourses have been empty this season at Chesapeake Energy Arena with no fans allowed at Thunder games due to COVID-19...
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Tramel: NBA lottery lunacy — Thunder has a better record than Houston or Miami
All kinds of NBA teams have fascinating records, including this -- OKC has a better record than either of its lottery links,...
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Thunder vs. Bucks: Five takeaways from OKC's win over Milwaukee
Darius Bazley kicked the ball to Justin Jackson at the top of the arc, and Jackson rattled in a dagger 3-pointer with 14...
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Tramel: How Thunder proved Bobby Knight a little bit right in loss at Nuggets
Hurry back, SGA, but the Thunder fought hard without its point guard
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Thunder vs. Nuggets: Five takeaways from OKC's loss at Denver
Hamidou Diallo made a layup with 5:50 left in the fourth quarter to give the Thunder an 87-81 lead. The Thunder went the next...
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Thunder vs. Lakers: Five takeaways from OKC's loss at L.A.
Luguentz Dort had an open look at the top of the arc to win the game, but the Thunder guard missed what would have been an...
Tramel: What the Thunder can learn from LeBron James
The Thunder didn't seem intimidated by LeBron this time, but maybe OKC can learn from the all-time great
Thunder vs. Lakers: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Los Angeles
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stepped to the line with three free throws and the Thunder trailing by three points with 1.2 seconds left.
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Tramel: How Thunder roster swings make Mark Daigneault adjust on the fly
In a two-game series with Minnesota, Thunder coach Mark Daigneault had to be mentally agile
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Thunder: Mike Muscala enters concussion protocol
Thunder center Mike Muscala sustained a concussion Saturday night against the Timberwolves, the Thunder announced Sunday.
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Thunder vs. Timberwolves: Five takeaways from OKC's win over Minnesota
The Thunder, which ranked 28th in offense before Saturday night, scored more points in a half than any Thunder team in...
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Tramel: Surprise, surprise! Thunder plays a close game
The Thunder has played scant few close games after excelling in such situations a year ago
Thunder vs. Timberwolves: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Minnesota
Theo Maledon (health and safety protocols) was a late addition to the Thunder’s injury report Friday night, and just like that,...
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Tramel: If the Thunder must win, beating the Rockets is best
Houston's lottery odds are integral to the Thunder's fortunes
Thunder vs. Rockets: Five takeaways from OKC's win over Houston
The Rockets scored 48 points against the Thunder in the first quarter Monday night. The Rockets scored 43 points in the first...
Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander out with knee sprain
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will miss the Thunder’s game against the Rockets on Wednesday night with a left knee sprain, but coach...
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Why the Thunder is sending Aleksej Pokusevski to the G League bubble
Thunder rookie Aleksej Pokusevski will join the Oklahoma City Blue in the G League bubble on Tuesday.
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Thunder guard George Hill undergoes thumb surgery
Thunder guard George Hill will be out for at least a month after undergoing surgery on his right thumb, the team announced...
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Tramel: Thunder defense slipping rapidly against Nets & Rockets. Can OKC snap out of it?
Thunder falls all the way to 26th in NBA defensive efficiency
Thunder vs. Rockets: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Houston
Eric Gordon nailed a 3-pointer from the left wing despite being fouled by Hamidou Diallo. A little extra contact wasn’t...
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Tramel: Thunder lottery plan is working, as Nets' 147-125 rout shows
The Thunder's 8-10 record belies the likely destiny for this Thunder team
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Thunder vs. Nets: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Brooklyn
The NBA’s second-leading scorer had the night off (injury recovery), but Brooklyn’s offense powered on for a 147-125 win...
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Tramel: How Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander channels former OKC teammate Chris Paul
Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could score a lot more, but he, like Suns' Chris Paul, is quarterbacking a team
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Thunder vs. Suns: Five takeaways from OKC's win at Phoenix
Luguentz Dort bent his knees and willed in a 3-pointer.
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Tramel: How the Thunder's Breakfast Club beat the Trail Blazers
Pokusevski's 3-pointer ignites big run that lifts Thunder
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Thunder vs. Trail Blazers: Five takeaways from OKC's win at Portland
The Thunder’s second unit built a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter and the starters held on for a 125-122 win against the...
Tramel: Serge Ibaka reminds Thunder what they traded almost 5 years ago
Ibaka was strong, with 17 points, 11 rebounds and only one missed shot
Thunder vs. Clippers: Five takeaways from OKC's loss at Los Angeles
The Thunder chipped away at an early 27-point Clippers lead, but the hole was too deep.
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Tramel: Mark Daigneault is a gift to Thunder fans & media
Daigneault explains why turnovers were unusually high against Denver
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Thunder vs. Nuggets: Five takeaways from OKC's loss at Denver
The Thunder started its five-game road trip with a 119-101 loss at Denver on Tuesday night.
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Thunder without Al Horford, Ty Jerome on five-game road trip
The Thunder will be shorthanded on its five-game road trip that starts Tuesday night in Denver.
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Thunder-76ers game postponed due to COVID-19 protocols
The Thunder-76ers game scheduled for Sunday night at Chesapeake Energy Arena was postponed 90 minutes before tip-off.
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Tramel: Don't worry yet about the Thunder's propensity for close wins
It's too early to bemoan the Thunder's draft status with all these close wins
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Thunder vs. Bulls: Five takeaways from OKC's win vs. Chicago
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort powered a 22-point Thunder comeback Friday night against the Bulls.
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How does the Thunder's 2020-21 'City Edition' uniform stack up in OKC's alternate jersey rankings?
The Thunder has worn 14 alternate jerseys since coming to Oklahoma City, and we have ranked them from best to worst.
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Tramel: LeBron James shows Thunder that size matters in Lakers' rout
Anthony Davis and LeBron James have the skills of smaller players but are in science-fiction bodies
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Thunder vs. Lakers: Five takeaways from OKC's loss to Los Angeles
The Thunder dropped its second game of the back-to-back, this time to the defending champs.
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Tramel: OKC Thunder's surprising start built on defense, but there's one thing missing
The Thunder doesn't force a bunch of turnovers, and that cost it against San Antonio, but OKC's defense has been solid
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Tramel: Every team comes out good in James Harden trade — except Brooklyn Nets
Rockets' draft picks, headed to OKC, should be about where the Thunder needs them to be
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'I'm a grown man': OKC Thunder guard George Hill responds to NBA's tightened COVID-19 protocols
Thunder guard George Hill pushed back against the NBA's tightened COVID-19 protocols that were announced Tuesday.
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to San Antonio Spurs
The Spurs maintained a slim lead throughout the fourth quarter to hold off the Thunder 112-102 Tuesday night at Chesapeake...
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Would the Thunder trade SGA for the Knicks' Barrett? No
Thunder has provided Gilgeous-Alexander a solid environment in which to thrive
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from win at New York Knicks
The Thunder moved to 4-4 on Friday night at Madison Square Garden with a 101-89 win against the Knicks.
Former Knicks interim coach Mike Miller returns to New York as OKC Thunder assistant
Thunder assistant Mike Miller is making his return to Madison Square Garden on Friday night after guiding the Knicks for 44...
OKC Blue to participate in G League bubble
The Oklahoma City Blue will be one of 18 teams to participate in the upcoming G League season, which will start next month at...
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Tramel: Pelicans' Steven Adams gets a triple-double. OKC Thunder gets a win. Hard to beat that.
Adams helped Russell Westbrook get many a triple double and now has one of his own
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from win against New Orleans Pelicans
After getting blown out by the Pelicans at home on New Year’s Eve, the Thunder kept things close Wednesday night as it eked out...
'Appalling': OKC Thunder coach Mark Daigneault responds to riot at U.S. Capitol
The Thunder and Pelicans will play at 7 p.m. Wednesday in New Orleans. No NBA games scheduled for Wednesday have so far been...
Tramel: OKC Thunder is taking more 3-point shots than even Houston
The Thunder shoots a bunch of 3-point shots but makes relatively few
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to Miami Heat
The Thunder suffered its second blowout of the season, losing to the Heat 118-90 Monday night in Miami.
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OKC Thunder: Aleksej Pokusevski out against Miami Heat
Thunder rookie Aleksej Pokusevski will not play Monday night at the Heat after sustaining a concussion in practice Sunday.
OKC Thunder: Aleksej Pokusevski placed in concussion protocol
Thunder forward Aleksej Pokusevski sustained a concussion in practice Sunday, the team announced.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from win at Orlando Magic
Al Horford squared up from the top of the arc and drained a 3-pointer that gave the Thunder an eight-point lead with 50 seconds...
OKC Thunder at Orlando Magic: Lineups, tip-off time, how to watch
Saturday marks the beginning of a five-game road trip for the Thunder.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to Pelicans
The Thunder suffered its first blowout of the season, falling to the Pelicans 113-80 on New Year’s Eve at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to Orlando Magic
The Magic stayed undefeated (4-0) Tuesday night at Chesapeake Energy Arena with a 118-107 win against the Thunder.
OKC Thunder: Al Horford out against Orlando Magic
Al Horford will rest Tuesday as the Thunder hosts the Magic on the second night of a back-to-back.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from 110-109 loss to Utah Jazz
The Thunder and Jazz were back inside Chesapeake Energy Arena on Monday night, and this time a game was played.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from season-opening win at Hornets
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shook Hornets forward Cody Martin to create space for a silky go-ahead jumper with 1.4 seconds left.
OKC Thunder: Theo Maledon available for season opener
Thunder rookie point guard Theo Maledon will be available to play Saturday night at Charlotte, coach Mark Daigneault said...
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OKC Thunder-Houston Rockets season opener postponed due to COVID-19 issues
The Thunder's season opener at the Rockets has been postponed, the NBA announced two and a half hours before tip-off Wednesday...
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OKC Thunder: Theo Maledon, Ty Jerome out for season opener at Rockets
Thunder rookie Theo Maledon will not make his NBA debut Wednesday night.
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Will the Thunder have the NBA's worst record? It's possible
Predictions for the NBA season center on who will finish first -- and who will finish last
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OKC Thunder finalizes roster by waiving Frank Jackson
The Thunder finalized its 17-man roster Monday night by waiving 22-year-old guard Frank Jackson.
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from final preseason game
Frank Jackson’s game-winning 3-point attempt rimmed out, sealing a 22-point Chicago comeback Friday night at Chesapeake Energy...
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OKC Thunder waives Admiral Schofield and TJ Leaf
The Thunder waived forwards Admiral Schofield and TJ Leaf on Friday night after the team's final preseason game.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from preseason loss to Chicago Bulls
Billy Donovan’s Bulls beat the Thunder 124-103 Wednesday night in the first of two Thunder-Bulls preseason games that will be...
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Greek Freak bucks the trend of heading for a bigger market
OKC and other small markets should cheer Antetokounmpo's decision to sign a contract extension with Milwaukee
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from preseason win at Spurs
The Thunder beat the Spurs 121-108 Saturday night in its first preseason game.
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OKC Thunder: Isaiah Roby fully healthy entering second season
Roby, the 45th pick in the 2019 draft, was traded from Dallas to Oklahoma City in January, but he only appeared in three games...
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OKC Thunder: Seven players out for first preseason game
The Thunder will be without seven players, including three projected starters, for its first preseason game Saturday night.
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OKC Thunder's Mark Daigneault supports polo look for NBA coaches
The polo-shirt and slacks look popularized in the bubble will now be allowed outside of it.
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OKC Thunder: Lu Dort returns to practice
Thunder guard Luguentz Dort participated in his first practice of training camp Thursday.
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OKC Thunder signs Moses Brown, Josh Hall to two-way contracts
The Thunder has signed center Moses Brown and forward Josh Hall to two-way contracts, the team announced Wednesday.
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OKC Thunder signs Aleksej Pokusevski, Theo Maledon, bringing roster to 18
Expect more players to be waived or moved before the Dec. 22 start to the season.
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OKC Thunder: T.J. Leaf looking for fresh start
T.J. Leaf was with Pacers teammate Doug McDermott when Leaf learned that he had been traded from Indiana to Oklahoma City.
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OKC Thunder officially acquires Al Horford, Theo Maledon in trade with Philadelphia 76ers
Al Horford and Theo Maledon are expected to report to Thunder training camp in the next few days, coach Mark Daigneault said...
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Frank Jackson 'always been enamored' with OKC Thunder
When Frank Jackson was looking for the right fit this offseason, Oklahoma City made the most sense.
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OKC Thunder: Trevor Ariza away from team indefinitely due to family matters
Veteran forward Trevor Ariza has not reported to Thunder training camp, and Ariza will be away from the team indefinitely.
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OKC Thunder: Two players test positive for COVID-19
Two Thunder players have tested positive for COVID-19, coach Mark Daigneault said Sunday.
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OKC Thunder: Seven takeaways from first-half schedule of 2020-21 NBA season
The first half of the Thunder’s 2020-21 schedule was released Friday.
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OKC Thunder: Darius Miller nearing return from Achilles injury
Darius Miller was an under-the-radar acquisition for the Thunder this offseason, partly because he missed all of last season...
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Tramel: Russell Westbrook trade to Wizards could be a win-win for OKC & ex-Thunder star
If Houston now trades Harden, the Thunder's draft status should improve
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OKC Thunder waives forward Zylan Cheatham
The Thunder has waived forward Zylan Cheatham, general manager Sam Presti announced Wednesday.
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OKC Thunder waives guard Josh Gray
The Thunder trimmed its roster Tuesday by waiving point guard Josh Gray.
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OKC Thunder Q&A: Sam Presti on why the time was right to rebuild
The Oklahoman caught up with Presti after his press conference to discuss the Thunder’s rebuild in more detail.
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OKC Thunder to begin season without fans at home games
The Thunder's plan for reduced seating at home games has been put on hold.
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OKC Thunder preseason schedule released for 2020-21 NBA season
The Thunder will welcome a familiar face to Oklahoma City for a pair of preseason games.
Mark Daigneault announces OKC Thunder coaching staff
First-year Thunder coach Mark Daigneault has his staff in place.
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Report: Former Knicks coach Mike Miller to join OKC Thunder staff
Former Knicks interim head coach Mike Miller will join Mark Daigneault's Thunder staff, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported...
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Report: OKC Thunder signs guard Frank Jackson
Former Pelicans point guard Frank Jackson has agreed to a deal with the Thunder, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported Tuesday.
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Report: OKC Thunder trades Jalen Lecque to Indiana Pacers for T.J. Leaf
The Thunder shuffled its roster once again Sunday, sending guard Jalen Lecque to the Pacers in exchange for forward T.J. Leaf...
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Report: OKC Thunder receives Kenrich Williams, Zylan Cheatham, Josh Gray in Steven Adams trade with Pelicans
The four-team deal that sent Thunder center Steven Adams to the Pelicans keeps growing.
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Report: Former Thunder center Nerlens Noel signs with New York Knicks
Former Thunder center Nerlens Noel will sign a one-year, $5 million deal with the New York Knicks, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski...
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Tramel: Steven Adams trade leads to even more roster turnover for OKC Thunder
Good luck putting together a Thunder depth chart
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Report: Thunder on verge of trading Steven Adams to Pelicans for draft picks
The Steven Adams era is apparently coming to an end.
Report: Danilo Gallinari signs with Atlanta Hawks
Danilo Gallinari's Thunder stint is expectedly coming to an end.
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Tramel: OKC Thunder might not be finished collecting draft picks
The Thunder still has some cards to play to accumulate more draft picks
OKC Thunder chairman Clay Bennett named to NBA's Social Justice Coalition
Thunder chairman Clay Bennett will serve as an inaugural board member of the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition, the...
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Report: OKC Thunder trades Kelly Oubre to Golden State Warriors
The Oklahoma City Thunder will trade forward Kelly Oubre to the Golden State Warriors, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported...
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OKC Thunder receives Vincent Poirier in trade with Boston Celtics
The Thunder made another trade Thursday night, acquiring center Vincent Poirier and cash considerations from the Celtics in...
OKC Thunder reportedly signs two undrafted free agents
The Thunder reportedly added two undrafted free agents Thursday morning.
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Tramel: OKC Thunder gets Al Horford, four years too late
Al Horford and the Thunder's United Nations draft highlight Day 3 of a wild NBA week
OKC Thunder: Options exercised for Hamidou Diallo, Mike Muscala
Hamidou Diallo and Mike Muscala will remain on the Thunder's roster.
OKC Thunder acquires Admiral Schofield in trade with Washington Wizards
The Thunder acquired forward Admiral Schofield from the Wizards in a draft-night trade Wednesday.
OKC Thunder: Five things to know about Vit Krejci, No. 37 pick in NBA draft
The Thunder acquired the pick in a draft-night trade with the Wizards. Terms of the deal have not been disclosed.
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OKC Thunder: Five things to know about Aleksej Pokusevski, No. 17 pick in NBA Draft
The Thunder selected 18-year-old Serbian forward Aleksej Pokusevski with the No. 17 pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night.
OKC Thunder: Five things to know about Theo Maledon, No. 34 pick in NBA draft
The Thunder selected Theo Maledon with the No. 34 pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night.
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Tramel: OKC Thunder had to make another move in this wild NBA week
NBA schedule format seems solid in this pandemic season
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Report: OKC Thunder receives Al Horford, first-round pick in trade with Philadelphia 76ers
The Oklahoma City Thunder will receive center Al Horford and a 2025 first-round draft pick from the Philadelphia 76ers in...
Report: OKC Thunder declines team option for Deonte Burton
The Thunder has declined to pick up the $1.7 million team option for Deonte Burton, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reported...
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Tramel: Feeling a little pity for Russell Westbrook
Pelicans' draft picks, Harden demands highlight first day of what promises to be a wild NBA week
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OKC Thunder trades Chris Paul to Phoenix Suns
The Thunder’s inevitable rebuild is officially underway.
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Thunder is hoarding draft picks, in hopes of finding another superstar
OKC has 16 first-round draft picks over the next seven drafts
OKC Thunder releases new city edition uniforms
The Thunder released its new city edition uniforms Monday, on Oklahoma’s 113th anniversary of statehood.
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Report: OKC Thunder expected to trade Dennis Schroder to Los Angeles Lakers
The NBA's trade window will open at 11 a.m. Monday, and the Thunder already has a deal in place.
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OKC Thunder promotes Mark Daigneault to head coach
As the team enters a new rebuilding phase, a first-time head coach will help lead the way.
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Tramel: OKC Thunder hire of Mark Daigneault unsurprisingly surprising
Mark Daigneault becomes first G League coach to ascend to the parent team's top job
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OKC Thunder announces plans for reduced seating at Chesapeake Energy Arena
The Thunder plans to have a limited number of fans at Chesapeake Energy Arena when the NBA season begins Dec. 22.
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Report: Thunder coaching candidate Will Weaver quarantining in Oklahoma City
Will Weaver, an emerging candidate for the Thunder head coaching job, is in quarantine in Oklahoma City, ESPN reported Thursday...
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Report: OKC Thunder assistant Maurice Cheeks to join Billy Donovan's Chicago Bulls staff
Longtime Thunder assistant Maurice Cheeks will join Billy Donovan's Chicago Bulls staff, The Athletic's Shams Charania reported...
OKC Thunder: Chris Paul to be featured in HBO's 'The Day Sports Stood Still'
Thunder point guard Chris Paul will reflect on the March 11 NBA shutdown and the events that followed in "The Day Sports Stood...
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OKC Thunder: Danilo Gallinari asks 'Where to next?'
Thunder forward Danilo Gallinari is already looking for his new NBA home.
Report: OKC Blue's Paul Johnson hired by Sacramento Kings
Former Thunder scout Paul Johnson was promoted last month to assistant general manager of the G League Oklahoma City Blue.
Miami blown out in NBA finale; so was the 2012 Thunder, and OKC never has returned to the Finals
Miami's future is bright, but you never know what the future holds
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OKC Thunder: Sam Presti finishes second for NBA Executive of the Year
Results for the award were released by the league Thursday.
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Butler in Game 3 looked like LeBron with the Cavs
Few individual performances in NBA Finals have surpassed Butler's Game 3 vs. the Lakers
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OKC Thunder: Chris Paul receives Community Assist Award
Thunder point guard Chris Paul is one of five recipients of the NBA Cares Community Assist Award, the league announced Monday.
Tramel: Game 1 blowout doesn't have to mean a bad NBA Finals
Does the Lakers' Game 1 dismantling of Miami mean the NBA Finals are over?
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Miami has a wonderful story, but the Lakers have LeBron
The NBA Finals storylines could have a profound impact on the NBA going forward
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OKC Thunder announces front office promotions for Will Dawkins, Rob Hennigan, Nazr Mohammed
The Thunder announced seven internal promotions Tuesday for members of its front office.
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Tramel: Why Doc Rivers' firing with LA Clippers could help OKC Thunder
Rivers is coaching royalty in the NBA.
Miami, as a fifth seed, is the fourth-lowest seed to make the NBA Finals
Only the 1995 Rockets have won an NBA title as lower than a fourth seed
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Why did Donovan choose Chicago over Oklahoma City?
Was money a motivating factor in Donovan taking the Bulls job?
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Former Thunder coach Billy Donovan named new Chicago Bulls coach
Former Thunder coach Billy Donovan has been hired as the new head coach of the Chicago Bulls, the Bulls announced Tuesday.
OKC Thunder: Kevin Hervey signs to play in Russia
The Thunder has another two-way contract slot to fill before next season.
OKC Thunder: Chris Paul finishes seventh in MVP race
Chris Paul, after a resurgent season in Oklahoma City, finished seventh in the Most Valuable Player race.
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OKC Thunder: Chris Paul named All-NBA second team
Thunder point guard Chris Paul was named All-NBA second team on Wednesday.
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Tramel: Denver Nuggets, Miami Heat prove NBA Draft lottery luck not necessary
Just like Toronto a year ago, Nuggets and Heat prove there is more than one way to championship contention
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What's the future for Westbrook in Houston?
Westbrook looked lost & confused with the Rockets
OKC Thunder hires Rivals analyst Corey Evans as scout
Corey Evans, a former national basketball recruiting analyst for Rivals.com, is joining the Thunder as a scout.
OKC Thunder: Chris Paul to be guest picker on ESPN's College GameDay
Thunder point guard and former Wake Forest star Chris Paul will be the guest picker Saturday morning on ESPN's College GameDay.
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Report: Thunder offered Billy Donovan contract prior to restart
Donovan has already been linked with job openings in Chicago and Philadelphia.
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OKC Thunder: Billy Donovan won't return as coach next season
Billy Donovan and the Thunder have "mutually agreed to part ways," the franchise announced Tuesday night.
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OKC Thunder: Dennis Schröder finishes second for Sixth Man of the Year
Thunder point guard Dennis Schröder finished second in Sixth Man of the Year voting.
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OKC Thunder: Lu Dort, despite crushing turnover, shines in Game 7 loss to Rockets
Dort finished with 30 points — the most ever by a Thunder rookie in a playoff game, much less a Game 7.
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OKC Thunder: Seven takeaways from Game 7 loss to Rockets
The final minutes of Game 7 unfolded in a frenzy of missed shots, failed flops and scrambles for the basketball.
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Tramel: Rockets' future more murky than the Thunder's
Every NBA team faces an uncertain off-season, but none moreso than the Rockets
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Tramel: OKC Thunder could be the 1960 Pittsburgh Pirates
The Yankees hammered the Pirates in the 1960 World Series -- but the Pirates won the Series
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Tramel: Thunder report card gets high marks for defense, Dort & backup bigs
Billy Donovan pushed the right buttons, and now the Thunder gets a Game 7 against Houston
Thunder has limited Game 7 experience beyond Paul
Paul has an extensive playoff history -- the Thunder will be the fourth franchise for whom he's played in a Game 7
OKC Thunder launches voting initiative
The Thunder will hold voter registration drives inside Chesapeake Energy Arena every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Sept....
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Tramel: Chris Paul's shooting the difference for OKC Thunder in Game 6 win vs. Rockets
A good plan for the Thunder: Have Chris Paul shoot more
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OKC Thunder rookies Darius Bazley, Lu Dort impress in Game 6 win
Bazley’s flailing play counted as a crucial fourth-quarter assist in the Thunder’s 104-100 Game 6 win Monday night.
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OKC Thunder: Chris Paul thrives in clutch time to force Game 7 against Rockets
Chris Paul said he and his teammates had to pack their bags before Game 6, just in case. For as long as life in the bubble has...
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'We just shot ourselves in the foot': Turnovers doom Houston Rockets in Game 6 loss to OKC Thunder
James Harden shouldered the blame. So did Russell Westbrook.The Houston Rockets had too many turnovers late Monday night in a...
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from Game 6 win against Rockets in NBA Playoffs
The Thunder forced a Game 7 with a 104-100 win against the Rockets in Game 6 Monday night.
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OKC Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander receives votes for Most Improved Player
The NBA announced the voting results Monday night, and New Orleans' Brandon Ingram took home the award with 42 of 100...
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Tramel: Winning in the Western Conference will be harder than ever for OKC Thunder moving forward
The Western Conference keeps getting better and better, leading to some difficult decisions for Sam Presti
Dennis Schroder, P.J. Tucker ejected from Thunder-Rockets Game 5
Dennis Schroder led the Thunder with 19 points Saturday night despite being ejected midway through the third quarter.
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Tramel: Fate of Thunder offense rests with Lu Dort
Dort has been key to the Thunder defense, but now he must make shots to keep the OKC season alive
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OKC Thunder: Starting lineup has struggled against Rockets
Something isn’t clicking with the Thunder’s starting five, and slow starts to both halves Saturday night contributed to OKC’s...
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Tramel: Thunder report card dismal after blowout loss to Rockets
The Thunder's shooting and ball security were horrible, and defense wasn't exactly spiffy, either
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OKC Thunder-Houston Rockets: Game 6 tip-off time set
Houston leads the first-round series 3-2 after a 114-80 win in Game 5 on Saturday night.
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from Game 5 loss to Rockets
The Rockets blew past the Thunder 114-80 in Game 5 to take a 3-2 series lead.
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OKC Thunder: Darius Bazley reflects on break from basketball
Thunder rookie Darius Bazley did more listening than talking the last few days.
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OKC Thunder: Russell Westbrook will start Game 5, Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni says
Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni said in Saturday’s pregame media session that Russell Westbrook will return to the starting lineup...
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OKC Thunder-Houston Rockets: Game 5 tip-off time set
After falling in an 0-2 hole, the Thunder won Games 3 and 4 to even the series 2-2.
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Rockets guard Russell Westbrook expected to play in Game 5 against Thunder
Rockets guard Russell Westbrook is likely to make his series debut in Game 5 against the Thunder.
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OKC Thunder: NBA playoffs to resume Saturday
Michele Roberts, executive director of the National Basketball Players Association, and Adam Silver, NBA commissioner, issued a...
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Readers divided on the Thunder walkout in the NBA bubble
Some readers are empathetic with the Thunder players, but others say they are through with the NBA
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OKC Thunder-Houston Rockets Game 5 postponed after Bucks walkout
The NBA stopped once again Wednesday night, not because of the coronavirus pandemic, but after the Milwaukee Bucks decided to...
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Report: Chris Paul meets with players considering boycotting games
Chris Paul and members of the National Basketball Players Association executive committee reportedly met with players Tuesday...
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Russell Westbrook upgraded to questionable for Thunder-Rockets Game 5
Rockets guard Russell Westbrook will be upgraded from out to questionable for Game 5 against the Thunder, Jonathan Feigen of...
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OKC Thunder: Scenarios for Game 6 tip-off time
The Thunder and Rockets will tip-off at one of three times Friday in Game 6 depending on how other series play out.
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from Game 4 win against Rockets
The Thunder evened the series 2-2 with a 117-114 win against the Rockets in Game 4.
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Byron Scott, Jumpin' Joe Caldwell & Fat Lever join Harden as Arizona State basketball greats
James Harden is the greatest Sun Devil, but Lu Dort is moving up the list
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OKC Thunder: NBA rules Dennis Schroder fouled Eric Gordon on inbounds turnover
A Houston turnover that set up Oklahoma City's biggest shot of Game 3 should've been called a foul against the Thunder, the NBA...
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OKC Thunder: Rockets' Jeff Green continues to turn back the clock vs. former team
The former Thunder teammates were the spark of the Rockets offense despite Houston falling to Oklahoma City 119-107 in an...
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Tramel: Lu Dort gives OKC Thunder hope against James Harden, Rockets
Department of defense: Built like the Pentagon, Dort gives the Thunder a chance against Harden
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OKC Thunder: Tip-off time set for Game 5 vs. Rockets in NBA Playoffs
The Thunder-Rockets series will at least extend to five games after Oklahoma City's 119-107 overtime victory Saturday in Game 3.
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OKC Thunder: Guard trio picks up pace in Game 3 win against Rockets
After inconsistent play from Oklahoma City’s star guards in the first two games of the series, Paul and Gilgeous-Alexander...
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Tramel: OKC Thunder report card lauds Billy Donovan's rotation in Game 3 vs. Rockets
Dennis Schroeder comes up big for OKC in Game 3 victory
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from the Thunder's Game 3 win against the Rockets
The Thunder outlasted the Rockets in overtime of Game 3.
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OKC Thunder: Billy Donovan finishes third in Coach of Year voting
Billy Donovan, after leading the Thunder to unexpected success this season, finished third in Coach of the Year voting, the NBA...
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from Game 2 loss to Rockets
The Thunder is an 0-2 hole after falling to the Rockets 111-98 Thursday afternoon.
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OKC Thunder: Lu Dort cleared to play vs. Houston Rockets in Game 2 of NBA Playoffs
Thunder guard Luguentz Dort has been cleared to play in Game 2 against the Rockets, coach Billy Donovan said before tip-off.
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Thunder has recovered from previous series-opening blowout defeats
Is a series-opening blowout loss to Houston a sign of things to come?
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OKC Thunder: No timetable for Russell Westbrook's return to Rockets
Russell Westbrook cheered from the bench Tuesday night as the Rockets ran past his old team, but there's still no indication of...
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Rockets' switch-everything defense makes life rough for OKC in Game 1
Going into the post, with Gallinari and Adams, is the Thunder's best bet
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OKC Thunder: Rockets set OKC opponent record from 3-point range
After whoever draws the hopeless assignment of guarding James Harden, Thunder center Steven Adams might have the most difficult...
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'He's being Jeff': Rockets forward Jeff Green delivers off bench against OKC Thunder
Jeff Green caught the basketball at the top of the key, dribbled to his right and suddenly dribbled behind his back to the...
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OKC Thunder: Lu Dort out for Game 1 against Rockets
Thunder guard Luguentz Dort is officially out for Game 1 against the Rockets, coach Billy Donovan confirmed before tip-off...
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OKC Thunder: Rockets star Russell Westbrook 'healing' but status for series undetermined
Russell Westbrook underwent an MRI on Tuesday, but his availability for the Rockets-Thunder series remains undetermined.Houston...
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OKC Thunder: Steven Adams vs. P.J. Tucker will be matchup to watch
The numbers were clear to Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni and general manager Daryl Morey. Houston was most dangerous with a small...
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OKC Thunder: Russell Westbrook's availability for Rocket playoff series still unknown
OKC Thunder: Russell Westbrook's availability for Rocket playoff series still unknown
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OKC Thunder: Lu Dort unlikely to play Game 1 against Rockets
Thunder guard Luguentz Dort is not likely to play in Game 1 against the Rockets, coach Billy Donovan said after practice Monday.
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OKC has lost four straight playoff series
Houston's point differential ranks 15th among the Thunder's 20 all-time playoff foes
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NBA playoff predictions for first round: Schedule, how to watch
The NBA Playoffs begin Monday, four months after it normally would have thanks to the coronavirus pandemic:
OKC Thunder: Lu Dort day-to-day ahead of Rockets series
Thunder guard Luguentz Dort remains questionable to play Tuesday night in Game 1 against the Rockets.
OKC Thunder: Abdel Nader misses final seeding game
Thunder wing Abdel Nader was a late scratch Friday night after experiencing "tingling in his elbow," coach Billy Donovan said...
OKC Thunder: Dennis Schroder sharp in return
Dennis Schroder walked into the arena Friday night wearing a hoodie that perfectly summed up where he’s been the last two weeks.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to Clippers
The Thunder’s final seeding game Friday was nothing more than a relaxed tune-up before the playoffs, but it turned out to be an...
Russell Westbrook’s status uncertain for Rockets’ playoff series vs. OKC Thunder
Russell Westbrook’s availability for the first round of the NBA playoffs against his former team remains up in the air, Houston...
OKC Thunder: Lu Dort, Chris Paul injury updates
Luguentz Dort will not play Friday night against the Clippers, and according to coach Billy Donovan, it's too early to know if...
OKC Thunder: Dennis Schroder clears quarantine
Thunder point guard Dennis Schroder has cleared quarantine and will be available to play Friday night against the Clippers,...
Thunder-Rockets playoff schedule released
The Thunder will begin its playoff run Tuesday night against the Rockets.
OKC Thunder: Luguentz Dort out with right knee sprain
Thunder guard Luguentz Dort sustained a right knee sprain Wednesday night against the Heat, the team announced Thursday.
OKC Thunder: Dennis Schroder questionable for Clippers game
Thunder point guard Dennis Schroder returned to the bubble Monday night and is currently in mandatory self isolation.
Report: Russell Westbrook expected to miss first few playoff games
Russell Westbrook is expected to miss the "first few games" of the Thunder-Rockets playoff series next week and "possibly...
Not that many NBA teams are trying to win in Orlando
The Thunder beats Miami, but did either team care?
OKC Thunder: Mike Muscala's game-winner brought clarity and consequences
Mike Muscala set his feet on the right wing and rattled in a 3-pointer that suddenly gave meaning to a game that didn’t mean...
OKC Thunder: Lu Dort will not return with knee injury
Dort suffered the injury late in the first quarter
OKC Thunder: Chris Paul salutes Langston University with shoes, pregame outfit
Paul wore his signature CP3 shoes with "Langston" printed on them during Wednesday's game
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from win against Heat
A closing lineup of Darius Bazley, Abdel Nader, Terrance Ferguson, Devon Hall and Mike Muscala completed a 22-point comeback...
OKC Thunder playoff scenarios with two games remaining
The Thunder only has two seeding games remaining, but it could still finish anywhere from fourth to sixth place in the crowded...
OKC Thunder: Dennis Schroder returns to bubble
Thunder point guard Dennis Schroder has returned to the NBA bubble after leaving the Disney complex for the birth of his second...
Chris Paul signs letter urging Joe Biden to pick Black woman as running mate
Thunder point guard Chris Paul is among a group of more than 100 Black male leaders who signed a letter urging Joe Biden to...
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Former OKC Thunder assistant Monty Williams has Suns rolling
The Phoenix Suns have been the hottest team in the NBA since seeding games began and they kept rolling right along Monday,...
Suns' Deandre Ayton misses first quarter vs. OKC Thunder after skipping COVID-19 test
Fighting for a playoff spot, the Phoenix Suns were without their second-leading scorer for the start of Monday's game against...
OKC Thunder game against LA Clippers tip-off time set for Friday
The seeding-game finale between the Thunder and Clippers will tip off at 5:30 p.m. Friday
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to Suns
Suns star Devin Booker continued his spectacular play in the bubble.
OKC Thunder: Five players listed as out for Suns game
The Thunder will be more shorthanded Monday than its been all season.
'Totally different': OKC Thunder adjusting to earlier game times
The NBA’s earlier game times have caused some challenges for the Thunder.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from win against Wizards
The Thunder improved to 3-2 in the bubble with a 121-103 win against the Wizards on Sunday.
OKC Thunder: Steven Adams, Nerlens Noel late scratches for Wizards game
Thunder wing Andre Roberson will sit out Sunday against the Wizards due to foot soreness, coach Billy Donovan said before tip-off.
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OKC Thunder: Luguentz Dort shows flashes of improved offensive game
Dillon Brooks held his hands up in frustration.
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to Grizzlies
The Thunder fell to 2-2 in the bubble with a 121-92 loss to the Grizzlies on Friday.
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OKC Thunder: Steven Adams out for Grizzlies game
Thunder center Steven Adams will not play Friday afternoon against the Grizzlies, coach Billy Donovan said before tip-off.
Pop succeeds Hubie Brown as oldest coach in NBA history
Baseball has had more elderly coaches/managers than the NBA or the NFL
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Raptors rank No. 1, followed by Miami and Denver in NBA bubble rankings
Thunder has looked good in NBA bubble play
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OKC Thunder: Dennis Schroder out for Grizzlies game, Steven Adams likely to play
Thunder point guard Dennis Schroder is still away from the team after leaving the bubble for the birth of his second child,...
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'0.2%': Chris Paul hasn't forgotten OKC Thunder's long preseason playoff odds
Chris Paul at first wasn’t going to give a number.He was asked an intriguing question. On a scale of 1-10 how ready are the...
Thunder injury report: Three players out for Lakers game
The Thunder will be without three players for its Wednesday night game against the Lakers.
OKC Thunder: Mike Muscala enters concussion protocol
Thunder center Mike Muscala sustained a concussion in an overtime loss to the Nuggets on Monday.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from loss to the Nuggets
The Thunder squandered a seven-point lead with four minutes left in regulation and fell to the Nuggets 121-113 in overtime...
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OKC Thunder: Billy Donovan voted NBCA co-coach of year
Billy Donovan has been named co-coach of the year by the National Basketball Coaches Association.
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OKC Thunder: Dennis Schröder leaves bubble for birth of child
Thunder point guard Dennis Schroder has left the NBA bubble for the birth of his second child, coach Billy Donovan announced...
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OKC Thunder, Utah Jazz take knee during national anthem
Moments prior to the Thunder's return to regular season action against the Utah Jazz, members of both teams knelt during the...
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OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from win against Jazz
The Thunder resumed its season with a dominant 110-94 win against the Jazz on Saturday afternoon. Here are five takeaways from...
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Oklahoma lawmaker threatens OKC Thunder with tax penalties if players kneel during national anthem
An Oklahoma lawmaker threatened to pull tax benefits for the Oklahoma City Thunder if players were to kneel during the national...
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Quin Snyder reflects on suspended Thunder-Jazz game
The Jazz has already played one game at Disney World, but 2:30 p.m. Saturday will mark the official restart for the Thunder.
Chris Paul, Thunder teammates take in Lakers-Clippers game
Chris Paul, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort and Darius Bazley had courtside seats, or the closest thing to them, for the...
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Much to consider when factoring in NBA bubble results
Will the Thunder and Jazz meet in the playoffs, too?
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OKC Thunder: Mike Muscala to make donation for every team 3-pointer
Thunder center Mike Muscala plans to donate $100 to Peace Players for every Thunder made 3-pointer through the end of the season.
OKC Thunder: Nerlens Noel to miss scrimmage after forgetting to take COVID-19 test
Nerlens Noel will miss the Thunder's final scrimmage Tuesday night after forgetting to take his daily COVID-19 test, coach...
OKC Thunder: Andre Roberson to start final scrimmage
Andre Roberson will start the Thunder's third and final scrimmage Tuesday night against the Trail Blazers, coach Billy Donovan...
OKC Thunder: Chris Paul discusses players' call with Michelle Obama
Chris Paul laughed when asked how his players’ union booked Michelle Obama as a guest speaker for a Sunday call.
OKC Thunder: Five takeaways from 76ers scrimmage
The Thunder’s second scrimmage was proof that the rust that’s accumulated over the last four months is going to take more than...
Michelle Obama to host voting discussion with NBA, WNBA players
Former First Lady Michelle Obama will host a discussion about voting with NBA and WNBA players Sunday, Chris Paul said after...
OKC Thunder: Nerlens Noel available for 76ers scrimmage
Thunder center Nerlens Noel will play Sunday against the 76ers, coach Billy Donovan said before tip-off.
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OKC Thunder's Andre Roberson could join list of great comebacks from injury
Roberson's absence trumps Alex Smith's and Tony Conigliaro's
OKC Thunder: Abdel Nader enters concussion protocol
Abdel Nader sustained a concussion Friday in a scrimmage against the Celtics, the Thunder announced Saturday.
OKC Thunder: Chris Paul directs postgame interview toward Breonna Taylor, social injustices
The Thunder point guard, as many players have done since arriving in Orlando, redirected his interview away from basketball and...
OKC Thunder: 14 players choose jersey messages
Fourteen Thunder players, using five languages, will wear social justice messages on the backs of their jerseys for the season...
OKC Thunder: Andre Roberson will play in Friday scrimmage, Nerlens Noel out
Thunder guard Andre Roberson will play in a 4 p.m. Friday scrimmage against the Celtics, coach Billy Donovan said before tip-off.
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OKC Thunder: Sam Presti makes Dennis Schröder's Sixth Man case
Politicking for awards isn't in Sam Presti's comfort zone, but the Thunder general manager made his case Wednesday morning for...
Chris Paul, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade launch Social Change Fund
The partnership among the NBA stars was announced Wednesday.
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OKC Thunder: NBA awards voting begins
Dennis Schroder's case for Sixth Man of the Year can neither be strengthened nor weakened in the next three weeks as the...
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OKC Thunder: Nerlens Noel participates in scrimmage
Thunder center Nerlens Noel said he "felt good" after a Tuesday morning scrimmage. Noel had been limited in recent practices...
Orlando is part of the NBA's regular season, so awards voting should reflect that
The NBA should have had voters cast provisional ballots in March if resumption of play wasn't going to be included
OKC Thunder: Kevin Hervey contributing any way possible
Kevin Hervey is aware of his role on the Thunder roster. The rookie forward appeared in just seven games this season, and he's...
OKC Thunder: Steven Adams celebrates birthday inside NBA bubble
Steven Adams was wished a happy 27th birthday Monday morning, but the Thunder center got technical with the timing.
OKC Thunder: Broadcast information for three scrimmages
The Thunder's three scrimmages before the season restart will be available to watch.
OKC Thunder: Team '100% behind' Dennis Schroder leaving bubble for birth of child
Thunder coach Billy Donovan said his team is "100% behind" Dennis Schroder's decision to leave the NBA bubble for the birth of...
Thunder injury update: Andre Roberson progressing, Nerlens Noel limited
Thunder coach Billy Donovan said he was encouraged that guard Andre Roberson was a full participant Sunday in what Donovan...
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OKC Thunder: Nerlens Noel tweaks ankle, Darius Bazley sees time at center
Thunder center Nerlens Noel has missed a few days of practice after tweaking his ankle, coach Billy Donovan said Saturday.
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'Today is a sad day': Thunder guard Chris Paul mourns deaths of John Lewis, C.T. Vivian
Chris Paul used the first question of his Saturday morning media availability to pivot away from basketball.
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Thunder's schedule rank similar to what it was in March
Jazz among teams treated well by NBA schedule-makers
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OKC Thunder: Back to practice, Andre Roberson update and shooting more 3-pointers?
OKC Thunder: Back to practice, Andre Roberson update and shooting more 3-pointers?
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OKC Thunder: Dennis Schröder plans to leave bubble for birth of child
Thunder point guard Dennis Schröder plans to leave the NBA bubble in three to four weeks for the birth of his second child.
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OKC Thunder: One week in the bubble, very little drama
OKC Thunder: One week in the bubble, very little drama
OKC Thunder: Uniform schedule released for seeding games
The Thunder will wear its charcoal and gold "City" uniforms in three of its eight seeding games at Disney World.
Russell Westbrook tests positive for coronavirus
Rockets guard Russell Westbrook announced Monday that he has tested positive for the coronavirus.
OKC Thunder: Andre Roberson practices again, but return uncertain
Andre Roberson published a tweet Friday night that sent Thunder fans into a frenzy.
OKC Thunder: Which coaches made trip to Orlando?
Billy Donovan won't have his full complement of assistant coaches on the bench with him in Orlando, but six of his seven...
OKC Thunder: Andre Roberson participates in first restart practice
Thunder guard Andre Roberson was a full participant in practice Friday, the team's first practice at Disney World.
Former Thunder guard Raymond Felton not ready to retire
Raymond Felton didn't make an NBA roster this season, but the former Thunder point guard isn't ready to retire.
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OKC Thunder: First practice at Disney World set
The Thunder will hold its first Disney World practice at 4 p.m. Friday.
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Report: Chris Paul chooses jersey message for NBA restart
Players can display social justice messages on the back of their jerseys above their number, a spot usually reserved for their...
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OKC Thunder: Isaiah Roby out for season restart
Thunder rookie Isaiah Roby will miss the rest of the season after undergoing a minor procedure on his right plantar fascia,...
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OKC Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signs with Converse
Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has signed with Converse, the company announced Wednesday.
OKC Thunder, CAA Sports create Thunder Fellows Program for Black students in Tulsa
The Thunder, with CAA Sports, has created the Thunder Fellows Program, a nonprofit organization designed to unlock...
OKC Thunder: Orlando scrimmage schedule released
All 22 NBA teams at Disney World will play three scrimmages to ramp up before the regular season resumes.
OKC Thunder: Danilo Gallinari 'never' considered opting out of restart
Danilo Gallinari, perhaps more than any of his Thunder teammates, would have a rational reason for sitting out the NBA's restart.
OKC Thunder reports zero positive coronavirus tests
No Thunder player has tested positive for the coronavirus since the NBA's testing period began June 23, a team spokesman said...
Chris Paul to produce HBCU basketball documentary
Thunder point guard Chris Paul is producing a documentary series that will offer a close look at the challenges HBCU basketball...
OKC Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ready to return
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sat in an office at the Thunder's practice facility Wednesday, the first day of mandatory individual...
OKC Thunder: Andre Roberson participating in workouts
Thunder guard Andre Roberson has been participating in individual workouts at the team's practice facility, coach Billy Donovan...
OKC Thunder to pay luxury tax for third consecutive season
The Thunder will pay a projected $2.5 million this season for being over the luxury tax line, ESPN's Bobby Marks reported...
NBA exhibition games, which might feel like the Orlando bubble, typically are lower-scoring than regular-season games
Will the NBA bubble require teams to generate their own excitement?
Chris Paul, Players Association working with NBA to allow messages on jerseys
NBA players might use the back of their jerseys to share social justice messages when the season resumes at Disney World.
'We have the ability to change things:' Thunder's Chris Paul stresses importance of voting
Chris Paul is using his platform to call for increased voter turnout.
OKC Thunder signs Devon Hall as substitute player
The Thunder has signed Devon Hall as a substitute player for the season restart, general manager Sam Presti announced Saturday.
Thunder: Analyzing OKC's schedule for NBA restart
The Thunder’s schedule for the NBA season restart was released Friday night.
"Finding Big Country" to premiere on Wednesday
Big Country movie joins Eddie Sutton documentary in ESPN lineup
OKC Thunder: Schedule released for eight seeding games
The Thunder now knows which teams it will face at Disney World.
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NBA, Players Association finalize season restart plan
The NBA and National Basketball Players Association have finalized a comprehensive plan to resume the season with 22 teams July...
Report: Buddy Hield tests positive for coronavirus
Sacramento Kings guard and former OU star Buddy Hield has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to The Athletic.
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OKC Thunder sign Luguentz Dort to multi-year contract
Luguentz Dort and the Thunder have reached a multi-year contract agreement, the team announced Wednesday.
Chris Paul, Players Association advance conversation with NBA on social justice efforts
Top NBA executives met Tuesday with representatives from the National Basketball Players Association. According to an NBPA...
Blake Griffin starts podcast to address mental, physical health
Former Sooner Blake Griffin is set to launch "The Pursuit of Healthiness," a podcast that will feature a famous lineup of...
OKC Thunder: Malik Rose named NBA vice president of basketball operations
Former Thunder forward Malik Rose has been hired by the NBA as vice president of basketball operations, the league announced...
OKC Thunder: Has Kendrick Perkins ended feud with Kevin Durant?
The Kendrick Perkins/Kevin Durant beef continues, but perhaps Perk has ended the feud with his emotional soliloquy Friday to...
OKC Thunder: Troy Weaver — Sam Presti's right-hand man — set to become Detroit Pistons GM
Sam Presti's right-hand man headed for Detroit
OKC Thunder: Detroit GM search includes Thunder VP Troy Weaver
OKC Thunder: Detroit GM search includes Thunder VP Troy Weaver
OKC Thunder: Luguentz Dort, two-way players included in NBA's return
Expanded rosters, from 15 to 17 players, will reportedly include two-way contract players.
'That could have been me:' Thunder assistant Maurice Cheeks shares story of police encounter
Thunder assistant Maurice Cheeks wrote an essay in the Players' Tribune, describing a police encounter in 2008 in which he was...
OKC Thunder: Luguentz Dort 'clearly someone we want to have with us'
The Thunder had a looming decision to make in March with rookie guard Luguentz Dort.
Thunder GM Sam Presti: 'Meaningful change doesn't come from listening alone'
Before Sam Presti addressed any questions about basketball on a Sunday conference call, the Thunder general manager spoke for...
OKC Thunder: Sam Presti updates Andre Roberson's status
It's been two years, four months and 11 days since Andre Roberson ruptured the patellar tendon in his left knee.
NBA owners approve 22-team restart plan
The NBA Board of Governors approved a plan Thursday to resume the season, 85 days after the season was suspended when Jazz...
OKC Thunder rookie Darius Bazley plays in local Skinz League, but likely for last time this summer
Thunder rookie Darius Bazley returned to the court Monday night. Not downtown at Chesapeake Energy Arena, but 12 miles north at...
Report: NBA to invite 22 teams to resume season in Orlando
The NBA is expected to invite 22 teams to Disney World in Orlando, Florida to resume the season July 31, ESPN's Adrian...
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Thunder release statement on 'tragic reality of racial injustice in America'
The Thunder released a statement Monday, one week after George Floyd was killed while in police custody in Minneapolis.
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Watch: Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks guard and former OU star, speaks at Norman rally
Trae Young spoke in front of a hometown crowd Monday afternoon in peaceful protest of racial injustice and the death of George...
Report: Thunder chairman Clay Bennett speaks up for small-market teams
Thunder chairman Clay Bennett gave voice to small-market teams on the NBA's Board of Governors call Friday, according to an...
Could an asterisk come with this NBA restart?
A convoluted plan to restart the NBA seems like trying to please everybody
'These problems are all of our problems:' Nick Collison donates to NAACP Legal Defense Fund
Nick Collison announced Friday that he donated $20,000 to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in memory of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery...
Gallinari has mostly started out seasons with healthy stretches
In this rebooted NBA season, can Gallinari finish strong?
NBA, Disney talks aren't only hopeful sign for league's return
NBA, Disney talks aren't only hopeful sign for league's return
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was on fire when the season stopped
Can Gilgeous-Alexander keep up his hot shooting when the NBA resumes?
Thunder's Chris Paul says of NBA's return 'We workin' on it'
Chris Paul appeared on The Daily Social Distancing Show with Trevor Noah on Wednesday.
Bazley's bone bruise should be healed by now, but does it matter?
Bazley's improvement had stagnated even before the injury
Thunder season changed when Schröder started making 3-pointers
Schröder has been a 42-percent 3-point shooter since November rally against Warriors
A 'handful' of players expected for Thunder workouts
Thunder among the last NBA teams to open their facilities
Thunder: Chris Paul featured in 'Blackballed,' revisiting Donald Sterling Clippers era
"Blackballed" revisits the Clippers' playoff run in 2014 when the Donald Sterling tape came out.
Chris Paul speaks for players: 'We want to play'
Thunder point guard Chris Paul is adamant about getting back on the court.