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Before All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander emerged as an MVP candidate in 2024-25, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams had a recurring saying regarding Gilgeous-Alexander’s dominance: “Watch the games.” Williams would repeat the line during his media availability. It was a message to NBA fans everywhere. Perhaps not seeing the overall picture beyond box scores, highlights, and […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — As Oklahoma City Thunder All-Stars Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren reflected on Sunday’s blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, the last thing they wanted to do was blame the game’s officials. During their joint media availability, Williams and Holmgren shared takes on Lakers’ JJ Redick before a reporter asked about the […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — After Sunday’s 126-99 loss, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams and his teammate Chet Holmgren shared their opinion on Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick’s career change from podcast host to head coach. After Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault shared his blunt take on losing to the Lakers, Williams and Holmgren […]

HOUSTON — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams is keeping the big picture in mind after Friday’s 125-111 blowout loss to the Houston Rockets. After Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault revealed where his team faltered in Friday’s loss, Williams chose to look at the brighter side. Pointing to the Thunder’s 11-game win streak, which was […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams chimed in on his fellow All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP race. Before Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton named Gilgeous-Alexander his MVP, Williams let it be known that, beyond the bias of being on the same team as Shai, SGA should be named this year’s Most Valuable Player. Williams endorsed Gilgeous-Alexander […]

After every win, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams and his teammates have fun with sideline reporter Nick Gallo during his walkoff interviews. Winners of 61 out of 73 regular-season games, the fun happens often, albeit Thunder players using Gallo as a towel rack, dressing him in team apparel, or Williams’ hat and jewelry. In […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams didn’t miss his former teammate, Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey, make a game-winning shot from halfcourt in a 119-117 emphatic win against the Los Angeles Lakers. While Williams and the Thunder were capturing their historic 61st win of the regular season, Giddey drained a walk-off buzzer-beater in All-Star LeBron […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday at Paycom Center. Jalen Williams is questionable on the team’s injury report due to a right hip strain. Here’s everything we know about Williams’ injury and playing status vs. the Grizzlies. *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (Get Access | Save $30)* Jalen Williams […]

NBA draft picks are always useful assets in the NBA. They allow teams to prepare for the future or for leverage in any trade for a superstar. While draft picks are usually a gamble for a prospect, it’s not always wise to use them to trade for a proven player. Here is a look at […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder will visit the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night at Golden 1 Center. Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams are questionable on the team’s injury report. Holmgren is dealing with a left hip strain, while Williams has a right hip strain. Here’s everything we know about both players’ injuries and playing statuses vs. […]

It is tradition for the best player from the winning team to share their thoughts in a quick postgame interview after an NBA game. What the Oklahoma City Thunder do instead can be described as a little unorthodox. Instead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, or Jalen Williams solely being in the spotlight after wins, the […]

Amid Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP race with Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic, he produced an AT&T commercial starring his All-Star teammates Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren. While Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander has a strong case for MVP, he showed off his comedic side in his latest commercial. Gilgeous-Alexander, Williams, and Holmgren show up to […]

Two teams have remained at the very top of the NBA power rankings since the start of the 2024-25 season: the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Cleveland Cavaliers. These are the two best teams in the league by a wide margin, which has led many to ponder whether this will ultimately be this year’s NBA […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams was ruled out of Wednesday’s win against the champion Boston Celtics, but it didn’t prevent him from celebrating the 118-112 victory on social media. When the Thunder built a nine-point lead in the game’s final two minutes, Celtics fans headed for the exits at TD Garden. Williams posted those […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder (53-12) are possibly the deepest and most balanced squad in the NBA, and therefore they can overcome almost all the adversity the basketball gods throw in their path. But Jalen Williams is their X-factor. Replicating his value for an extended period of time would be arduous. While the team is hopeful […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams took a nasty fall while attacking the rim in the second quarter and was slow to get back on his feet. After Williams attempted a career-high 11 free throws in Sunday’s 127-103 win against the Denver Nuggets, he continued his aggressive approach in the Thunder’s rematch […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams’ goal to increase his free throw attempts in 2024-25 is paying off, as the proof was exemplified in Sunday’s win against the Denver Nuggets. Williams finished with 26 points on 7-of-14 field goal attempts, including 2-of-4 from deep, and connected on 10-of-11 free-throw attempts. His 11 […]

Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gave his fellow All-Star teammate Jalen Williams his flowers for scoring a career-high 41 points in a 146-132 win against the San Antonio Spurs. In a close game during the third quarter, Williams’ career night created separation in the final frame, which impressed Gilgeous-Alexander, while the third-year forward exemplified the tremendous […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams scored a career-high 41 points in a 146-132 win against the San Antonio Spurs. After head coach Mark Daigneault addressed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s free-throw shooting Friday night, Williams had a career night in a 14-point win against the Spurs. Jalen made Thunder franchise history. Williams joined elite company among the […]

After All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander revealed the biggest lesson learned from the 25-point collapse against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams revealed his biggest regret. While Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault commended the Timberwolves for their epic comeback, his All-Star duo reflected on what they could have done differently. Williams wouldn’t change a […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams faced his brother, Utah Jazz rookie Cody Williams, for the first time in Friday’s 130-107 win. It was a fitting family moment for the Williamses, who traveled to San Francisco to watch Thunder’s Williams play in his first All-Star Game and then made the trip to Utah to watch the siblings go […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams said plenty about playing in his first All-Star Game, including growing up a fan of the WNBA and his favorite player, Lisa Leslie. Williams spoke about the All-Star Game’s new format, and a reporter asked him to reveal his all-time favorite WNBA player. Williams didn’t take long to respond and […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams made his first appearance at the All-Star Game this year and gave his honest opinion about its new tournament-style format. After Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shared his only gripe about the 2025 All-Star Game, Williams shared his during media availability postgame. Williams thought the NBA’s new format was a success from […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is on the verge of playing his first All-Star Game. Upon arriving to All-Star Weekend, Williams revealed his mother’s emotional reaction after practice. With the first half of the Thunder’s regular season in the rearview mirror, Jalen’s taking in the moment. Hours before tip-off, Williams held his All-Star uniform […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams was named to his first All-Star Game. The third-year forward spoke to the media after practice on Saturday. He discussed how surreal the weekend had been thus far before Williams’ mom’s emotional reaction put things into perspective. Upon Williams’ arrival on All-Star Weekend, catching up with Thunder head coach […]

After Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault made a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decision to save his All-Star for the fourth quarter, All-Star Jalen Williams helped slice an 11-point deficit in the third quarter against the Heat. Williams scored eight of his 18 points in the third quarter of Wednesday’s 115-101 win against the Miami Heat. […]

Jalen Williams’ net worth in 2025 is $5 million. Williams is a starting power forward who plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder. He is an NBA All-Rookie First Team player and a onetime All-Star. Here is a closer look at Jalen Williams’ net worth in 2025. What is Jalen Williams’ net worth in 2025?: $5 […]

After Chet Holmgren made his return from his pelvic injury, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams entered Saturday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies with added motivation to extend their winning streak. With a 7.5 lead ahead of the Grizzlies at the top of the Western Conference, the Thunder sent a message to the team trailing […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams returned from a wrist injury in Wednesday’s 140-109 blowout win against the Phoenix before leading his team to a 121-109 win against the Toronto Raptors. Williams scored a team-high 27 points on 9-of-19 attempts from the floor but went 8-for-10 from the free-throw line as the first-year All-Star continues […]

After missing two consecutive games following the announcement of making his first All-Star selection, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams returned for Wednesday’s 140-109 win against the Phoenix Suns. After the All-Star reserves were announced, Williams was ruled out due to a wrist injury but took the opportunity to speak about heading to San Francisco […]

The Milwaukee Bucks visit the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. Jalen Williams is on the injury report alongside Cason Wallace, and Alex Caruso (left ankle sprain) with all three players listed as questionable. Williams is dealing with a sprained right wrist, while Wallace has a strained right shoulder after going for two points against […]

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein gave his All-Star forward Jalen Williams his flowers before facing the Kings at the Paycom Center. While Aaron Wiggins provided the keys to beating the Kings, Hartenstein congratulated Williams for earning his first career All-Star selection. Before facing the Kings, Hartenstein discussed Williams’ two-way game for the Thunder this […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams had his right wrist wrapped throughout his media availability after Wednesday’s 116-109 loss to the Golden State Warriors. Williams responded to the high expectations bestowed upon him after a reporter asked him about his right wrist. Jalen is ruled out for Oklahoma City’s matchup against the Sacramento Kings on […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams, in his third NBA season, has adapted to the expectations set forth for himself and his team. After Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 52 points in the loss to the Golden State Warriors, discussed what it’s like adjusting to the lofty expectations that come with leading the Western Conference (37-9) with […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams was named an All-Star reserve for next month’s All-Star Game. It’s the first selection of his career. Williams discussed potentially becoming a 2025 All-Star. Then, he was officially named to the Western All-Star, alongside Los Angeles Lakers’ Anthony Davis, Memphis Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson, Houston Rockets’ Alperen Sengun, and San […]

Jalen Williams has made a name for himself as one of the NBA’s most stylish players, turning heads with his tunnel fits and streetwear choices. Now, the Oklahoma City Thunder forward is giving fans a chance to own pieces from his personal wardrobe, per Depop. On January 29 at 3:00 PM ET, Williams launched a […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder rebounded from their Thursday night loss to the Dallas Mavericks by defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 118-108 on Sunday, January 26. The game also marked Isaiah Hartenstein’s return to the court after missing the Thunder’s previous five matchups. The Thunder’s MVP candidate, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, powered the team with […]

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed forward Jalen Williams’ recent free-throw shooting margin before an upcoming tw0-game road trip. After Williams discussed his recovery from a hip injury, Daigneault complimented his starting forward for putting in the work that’s led to Jalen heading to the free-throw line more often. After going 6-for-7 from […]

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams missed his first game of the regular season and addressed his hip injury during his media availability after a recent win. The Thunder defeated the Brooklyn Nets 127-101 on Sunday before Williams watched Shai Gilgeous-Alexander score 54 points, setting a new career-high in a 123-114 victory against the Utah […]