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On Tuesday night, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren made his first NBA Summer League appearance. He did not just turn heads in his debut, but the Thunder star absolutely dominated in a way never seen before. Holmgren finished the game with six blocks and hit four shots from beyond the arc. No one in […]

After a phenomenal Summer League debut for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chet Holmgren just saw his Rookie of the Year odds skyrocket. During the game against the Utah Jazz at Salt Lake City, Holmgren was at +450 to win Rookie of the Year. However, with a 26-point explosion coupled with seven rebounds, four assists and […]

When Chet Holmgren said last May that he’d be the best player in the NBA in two months, many thought he was exaggerating. In his Summer League debut for the Oklahoma City Thunder, however, the rookie seems ready to walk the talk. Against the Utah Jazz at Salt Lake City, Holmgren exploded in the first […]

Isaiah Roby is the newest member of the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs claimed him shortly after he was waived by the Oklahoma City Thunder. NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski tweeted the news Tuesday afternoon. The Spurs claimed Isaiah Roby on waivers, source tells ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 5, 2022 This move comes just […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are bringing in four new rookies this season. In order to accommodate the additions of Chet Holmgren, Ousmane Dieng, Jalen Williams and Jaylin Williams, they decided to part ways with Isaiah Roby. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Thunder will waive the 24-year-old Roby: Isaiah Roby is expected to be waived […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are attempting to build a winning team. OKC features a core of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Josh Giddey, and recently drafted big man Chet Holmgren. Despite the brewing potential on this team, they are still a few pieces away from becoming a legitimate contender. However, the Thunder could instantly boost their contention chances […]

The NBA free agency window is officially open and teams across the league are signing players left and right. It’s an exciting time for everyone involved, as nearly everybody is securing the bag. Lu Dort is celebrating on Thursday night, as he has agreed to a sizable contract to remain with the Oklahoma City Thunder. […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been rather popular with NBA fans as of late. Despite being in the early stages of the rebuild, fans have been rooting for the likable characters on the team. From Josh Giddey to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Luguentz Dort, OKC is filled with many likable players that endeared themselves to fans. […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly going to decline Lu Dort’s team option for the upcoming season. This doesn’t mean, however, that the prized forward is going to be leaving the team. As a matter of fact, it appears that this move is a precursor for the 23-year-old to sign a much bigger deal with […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of a successful rebuild. Budding superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has emerged as the team leader. Josh Giddey displayed signs of stardom last year prior to an injury. And the team recently selected Gonzaga standout Chet Holmgren with the number 2 overall pick in the draft. Although their roster […]

If recent rumors are true, it looks like Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren never wanted to be drafted by the Orlando Magic. Holmgren was largely considered the best player in the Class of 2022 and was expected to go no. 1 to the Magic in the draft. However, he fell to no. 2 instead […]

For the most part of the 2021-22 season, Chet Holmgren was considered the best player of his class and was largely expected to go no. 1 in the 2022 NBA Draft. However, come the annual rookie selection, he went to the Oklahoma City Thunder at no. 2. While everyone wants to be the no. 1 […]

Pretty much every basketball fan was livid when Kevin Durant decided to turn his back on Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder several years back. Most folks felt like Durant was betraying his friend when he opted to sign with the Golden State Warriors instead of staying in OKC. At the end of the […]

Heading into the 2022 NBA Draft, the Oklahoma City Thunder were armed with three picks and a chance to really shift their rebuild into high gear. They did just that. With the second pick in the draft, Oklahoma City selected Gonzaga big Chet Holmgren, widely regarded as one of the best players in the draft. […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder had fun during the 2022 NBA Draft. Maybe they had too much fun since they drafted both Jalen Williams and Jaylin Williams. Take note that those are two different players. They just have the almost exact same name, and they are now on the exact same team. The Thunder picked Jalen […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Chet Holmgren out of Gonzaga with the second overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Holmgren is expected to fit right in with the Thunder, who have an up-and-coming core of talented young players. OKC is currently led by emerging star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Holmgren shared a special message for his […]

Jalen Williams proved his potential through only three seasons in the NCAA. Now, he’s taking his talents to the NBA. The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Williams 12th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. This is huge for the Thunder. Williams was highly regarded coming into the draft as the sixth-ranked shooting guard and 21st overall […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder landed one of the most intriguing NBA prospects in recent memory in Gonzaga big man Chet Holmgren. OKC selected Holmgren with the No. 2 overall pick in the draft, adding a dominant piece to their frontcourt. Holmgren was one of the players in consideration for the top pick in the 2022 […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have selected Gonzaga big man Chet Holmgren with the No. 2 overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Earmarked as a surefire top-five pick before his lone season in Spokane, Holmgren lived up to the hype with the Bulldogs despite existing questions about his exceedingly lithe frame holding up against improved […]

The 2022 NBA Draft is already upon us after the NBA Finals ended just two weeks ago. There has been a ton of hype over the last few weeks on who will go in the top three. Let’s continue our NBA odds series with a projection for the No. 2 overall pick.   The Orlando […]

For a while now, most people have been projecting Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero to be the top three picks in the 2022 NBA Draft, in that order. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski confirmed this on Thursday morning as teams finalize their draft boards: As team boards finalize today, the 1-2-3 of the NBA Draft […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have an opportunity to select a franchise-changing star in the 2022 NBA Draft. Their second overall pick gives them a chance to add a third star to their current Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Josh Giddey duo. So they need to make sure they get their 2022 pick right. The presumed top trio […]

Miles Bridges broke out in 2021-2022 to the tune of 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists per game for the Charlotte Hornets. LaMelo Ball and Bridges made for a promising duo in Charlotte. However, Bridges is expected to command a max contract in free agency which may deter the Hornets from re-signing him, per […]

It’s no secret that the Washington Wizards are doing everything they can to keep Bradley Beal in D.C. This includes making some major roster moves this offseason in an attempt to convince Beal to remain with the team. According to Wizards team insider Quinton Mayo, Washington has kept tabs on San Antonio Spurs All-Star point […]

The current discourse surrounding the Orlando Magic’s first pick in the 2022 NBA draft revolves around three players: Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, and Jabari Smith. The three players are the consensus top-three picks in this year’s draft. With the first overall pick, the Magic have the liberty of choosing which player they will take. However, […]

The Denver Nuggets executed a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, sending JaMychal Green and a 2027 first round pick in exchange for the no. 30 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft ss well as two future picks. The deal had many wondering what the Nuggets’ plan is. The latest rumors, courtesy of […]

Draft-pick trades have already commenced for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who still own several selections along with the second overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. After trading the 30th pick to the Denver Nuggets for a future pick and JaMychal Green, they have more plans for their 12th overall selection. According to ESPN’s Jonathan Givony, […]

It’s now been three years since Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook left the Oklahoma City Thunder, but it is clear that he still holds the city close to his heart. The former league MVP recently returned to OKC to make an awesome donation through his foundation. Russ was met by city Mayor David Holt […]

Monday, the Denver Nuggets traded forward JaMychal Green to the Oklahoma City Thunder, per Woj. Green, paired with a 2027 first round pick, will head to OKC in exchange for the 30th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft plus two future second-rounders. Denver now has two first round picks in this year’s NBA draft and […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have three first-round picks in the 2022 NBA Draft, including pick number two. Their impressive pick collection and the state of their roster, which is a few tweaks away from being worthy of a spot in the Ge League, allow them to take some risks. One prospect they are heavily linked […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have struggled in recent seasons, recording back-to-back 50-loss campaigns. Long gone are the Kevin Durant-Russell Westbrook-James Harden days, though the franchise is not without hope. General manager Sam Presti has stockpiled draft picks, which have begun to yield promising players. While a bit injury-prone, 2019 first-round pick Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has proven […]

The NBA Draft is rapidly approaching which is the most exciting time of year for the Oklahoma City Thunder. They have begun their rebuild process and still hold an immense of draft picks moving forward. When looking at this draft, the Thunder hold the 2nd, 12th, 30th, and 34th picks in the 2022 Draft. Oklahoma […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder tanked the entire 2021-22 season and scored the No. 2 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. With a young core consisting of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Josh Giddey, and many more promising prospects, and the fact that they still have a boatload of draft picks over the next decade, there is no […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of a rebuild with a very young roster. Oklahoma City has done a great job of turning star players into a young core with a plethora of draft picks. The Thunder have three first-round picks, at number two, 12, and 30. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is their current star, […]

Most of the buzz surrounding the 2022 NBA Draft has Jabari Smith Jr. going to the Orlando Magic with the first overall pick. That could work out perfectly for the Oklahoma City Thunder with Gonzaga standout Chet Holmgren potentially falling right into their lap. Not exactly a bad consolation prize if it happens. But there’s […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a bit of a peculiar situation right now. Yes, their “tank” was successful and they landed themselves one of the top prized in the 2022 NBA Draft. However… instead of getting the first overall pick, they were handed the number TWO pick by the lottery gods. Now, don’t get […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder were one of the biggest winners of the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery. Although they didn’t land the top overall pick, they have the second overall selection in a draft with three clear top players. With the Orlando Magic setting their sights on Jabari Smith Jr. and Chet Holmgren having great draft […]

At the moment, top prospect Paolo Banchero is being projected as the No. 3 pick in the upcoming 2022 NBA Draft, where he would be heading to join Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets. The other two teams that will be selecting at No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, are the Orlando Magic and the […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have finally been blessed with their big break. After Year 3 of its quest to acquire every single first-round pick known to man, the lottery gods have bestowed upon them a top three spot in the upcoming 2022 NBA draft. After netting the number two overall pick in last week’s lottery, […]