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Philadelphia 76ersThunder coach Billy Donovan says Joel Embiid has a lot of Hakeem Olajuwon in him

When Philadelphia 76ers rookie Joel Embiid made his long-awaited debut in front of his home fans on Wednesday, he impressed not only the eager fans that packed a sold out Wells Fargo Center, but the opposing coach Billy Donovan as well. The Oklahoma City Thunder coach had high praise for the big man after his […]

Oklahoma City ThunderThunder Breakdown: What we know from the first preseason game

The Oklahoma City Thunder lost their first preseason game 142-137 in a wild overtime shootout on Monday against Real Madrid of the Liga ACB of Spain. While it’s an “L” on the preseason record, there was lots to take away from this game, especially in such a highly contested one with five extra minutes of action. How […]

Oklahoma City ThunderBilly Donovan claims that Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook had a very good relationship

A lot have been mentioned concerning the relationship between Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. After Durant’s sudden decision to leave his old team, everyone tries to figure the reasoning, or who to blame. Speculations have circulated the news claiming tensions between the former duo forced Durant out of the Oklahoma City Thunder franchise. Bill Donovan was asked to comment on […]

Oklahoma City ThunderBilly Donovan says Kevin Durant was very honest throughout free agency

When Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant had finished his free agency tour and settled on the team he wanted to play for in the next few years, there were plenty of stories that surfaced about the situation. Durant didn’t tell his teammates he planned on leaving after telling them he’d stay, Durant was tired of […]

Oklahoma City ThunderBilly Donovan did not expect Russell Westbrook's extension with Thunder

After a tough start to his summer seeing two of his three stars either getting traded or signing with another team, it should have felt good for head coach Billy Donovan to find out the the other one opted to stay and even signed a contract extension. Last week, it was reported that Oklahoma City […]

Oklahoma City ThunderKevin Durant reportedly texted Billy Donovan last summer saying he'd re-sign with OKC

The city of Oklahoma City and the Thunder franchise have been mourning since the news broke that Kevin Durant will not return to the team next season, instead choosing to sign with the two-time Western Conference champion Golden State Warriors. A variety of factors reportedly led to Durant’s decision, including some rising tension with fellow […]

Oklahoma City ThunderBilly Donovan laments free-throw disparity after Game 5 loss to Warriors

The Golden State Warriors staved off elimination with a 120-111 Game 5 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. After winning the previous two games, OKC coach Billy Donovan wasn’t too happy with the result. His biggest concern, however, may have been the officiating. After the game, Donovan told reporters: Billy […]

NBASpurs Vs. Thunder, Game 6: Game Time, TV Schedule, How To Watch Online Via Live Stream (5/12/2016)

The Oklahoma City Thunder have a chance to advance to the Western Conference Finals tonight with a home victory over the San Antonio Spurs. The Thunder would set up a meeting against the defending champion Golden State Warriors. The Spurs, who could be playing their final game in the Tim Duncan-era, are looking to win […]

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