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Chet Holmgren, LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Paolo Banchero, Dejounte Murray and more will participate in today's Seattle CrawsOver Pro-Am:
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Isaiah Joe was a huge part of OKC’s success last year on offense, and this upcoming year @bhris_cecker316 thinks he could be the league's Sixth Man of the Year.
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“Despite Holmgren being out for the 2022-23 season with a Lisfranc injury, Ousmane Dieng offers some of the same watchability that Holmgren does.” @DParkOK writes about the fun of watching Thunder rookie Ousmane Dieng play basketball.
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OVO IS IN OKC Drake Sits Courtside in Oklahoma City as SGA Drops 39 Points
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🚨WE’RE HIRING!🚨 Have an interest in covering the Oklahoma City Thunder? We’re looking for both contributors and interns. These are paid positions! If you think you’d be a great addition to the SI Thunder team, apply below:
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We’re excited to announce that we’ve expanded the team! Introducing our 3 newest interns: @Rosslovelace @bhris_cecker316 @BenCreider We’ve also added @SamLaneOK as a contributor to the site! Make sure to give them a follow as they begin covering the OKC Thunder for us.
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Former OKC Blue guard showing out in Rumph Classic #Thunder #ThunderUp
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Former #Thunder player Al Hordford credits Oklahoma City for career turnaround #ThunderUp
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Imagine if the rookies were healthy the entire season.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have moved to fourth in NBA History for made three-pointers by rookies in a season. Oklahoma City now sit at 282 rookie three-point shots, passing the 2017-18 Dallas Mavericks' 274 hits. Next up, the Ben Gordon-led 2004-05 Chicago Bulls with 276 makes.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a superstar. Tying a career-high 42 points and a stepback game-winning 3-point shot. SGA willed the Thunder to a win over the Washington Wizards. @RandallSweet5 recaps Oklahoma City Thunder’s thrilling win tonight.
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OKC Blue advance!
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THE OKLAHOMA CITY BLUE ARE IN! Blue barely hold on versus Cruise, Cheick Diallo’ one-footer rolls out! Blue- 99 Cruise- 97
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Inside the Thunder continues to grow! We’re thrilled to announce ⁦ @ivanbball13 ⁩ ⁦ @chasegemes ⁩ ⁦ @mattgzman ⁩ ⁦ @nateaker ⁩ and ⁦ @AubynPhippen ⁩ have joined the team. Check out our updated roster for the 2023-24 season:
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LAST CHANCE: Apply for a paid position covering Oklahoma City for SI Thunder! Applications will close at midnight. LINK:
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Isaiah Joe has found his groove in OKC following a short stretch in Philadelphia to begin his career. @bhris_cecker316 wrote about Joe’s resurgence this season with the Thunder.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has already established himself as an all-star caliber player and a franchise cornerstone. If we could go back to the night SGA was drafted, knowing what we know now, where would he be picked? @kadekimble answers this question.
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We’ve expanded the team! We are happy to announce that we’ve added four new interns to the @OKCThunderFN family: @kadekimble @RandallSweet5 @thunder_draft @CooperJNBA WELCOME!
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The Portland Trailblazers announced that they have signed former Thunder Center Olivier Sarr. How will he fit in Portland? Should the Thunder have held onto him?
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KJ Williams has been fighting for a roster spot since he was signed after the draft and he could be in line for one of the two-way spots for OKC, writes @bhris_cecker316 .
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BREAKING TRADE DETAILS: The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Houston Rockets have agreed to a massive eight player trade including Theo Maledon, Ty Jerome, and Derrick Favors. Full trade details and thoughts here:
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Former Thunder player and Oklahoma State alumni, Lindy Waters III continues to give back to his home. Waters has been hosting giveaways and other events since his time at Oklahoma State.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have built a culture that will allow the team to continue and develop and grow on a yearly basis.
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Time for your Daily Dort. OKC's favorite UDFA has arrived: #thunder #ThunderUp
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#Thunder legend representing OKC at NBA draft lottery #ThunderUp
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Isaiah Joe has a deep love for his home state, proved by his decision to stay home and play with the Arkansas Razorbacks during his college career.
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Josh Giddey is not listed on the injury report for tomorrow’s game that just released.
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Oklahoma City has the chance to fill out the lacking parts of the roster this off-season and using its second round pick on a center could be a top priority. @bhris_cecker316 wrote about the Thunder picking Uconn’s Adama Sanogo in the 2nd round.
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THUNDER GAMEDAY: Oklahoma City Kicks Off Preseason Against Hornets
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report: Mutual interest between Shaedon Sharpe and the #Thunder #ThunderUp
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Over the next few weeks, we’ll be breaking down 20 of the best prospects in the 2021 NBA Draft. Thread:
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The #Thunder 's New City uniforms are out and looking NICE "The most exciting part is that there’s much more to come. We’ve been at it for 13 years and we’re really just getting started.” #ThunderUp
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🚨PAID WRITING OPPORTUNITY🚨 Inside the Thunder is once again expanding the team ahead of the 2023-24 season. Whether you’re looking for an internship (college credit eligible) or a staff position, our application is now open! Apply here⬇️
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Rob Edwards story: rise from the G-League #Thunder #ThunderUp
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GIDDEY x POKUSEVSKI The #Thunder could start two of the 15 youngest players in the NBA next season
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OFFICIAL:
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Ousmane Dieng spent plenty of his first season playing with the Oklahoma City Blue, but showed flashes of greatness. @kadekimble wrote Dieng’s report card for his rookie season with the Thunder.
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No center? No problem. #Thunder don’t have their young center of the future, but that’s not a problem.
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ICYMI: ⁦ @The_Uncontested ⁩ talked all things draft with ⁦ @DMurrayHoops ⁩ last night. It’s a MUST listen.
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Over time, Isaiah Joe is seeing a minutes increase with the Thunder due to white-hot shooting. @kadekimble ’s story on the Thunder sharpshooter and the increase of minutes and opportunities that he’s getting.
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If you're comparing Chet Holmgren to Aleksej Pokusevski, here's why you should stop #Thunder #ThunderUp
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Jalen Williams already looks like the steal of the draft, but now he’s starting to look like a future All-Star. @Rosslovelace wrote about Jalen Williams’ star potential.
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Who should be the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 5th starter? @kadekimble makes the case for fourth year forward Darius Bazley. What would your ideal Thunder starting lineup be this season?
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How good is Josh Giddey? @The_Uncontested crew broke down his huge game against the Sixers. Check it out:
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Training Camp is upon us. We’re breaking down some of the most interesting guys on the roster:
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Like many Thunder fans, Tre Mann is looking forward to the preseason. Mann, looking to capitalize on a strong rookie season, struggled during Summer League. Luckily, Tre will get a chance to redeem those SL woes with the preseason, @bhris_cecker316 writes.
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Preseason Game #5 Recap! The Thunder turn up the heat in the second half in a convincing 115-99 win against the Detroit Pistons. @RandallSweet5 recaps the Thunder’s fifth preseason game in Detroit.
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Oklahoma City could be seeing a new face soon:
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Headed to Vegas!! The Oklahoma City #Thunder announced their Summer League roster this morning. First matchup is vs. Detroit on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. #ThunderUp
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It’s no secret the Thunder are experiencing a roster crunch. They have 18 players on the current roster and are only allowed 15 on opening night. So who goes and who stays? @thunder_draft has the answers. Who do you think will fall victim to the crunch?
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Kevin O'Connor named the Thunder as his pick for a team that could overdeliver this season. O'Connor also had high praise for coach Mark Daigneault, calling him "one of the best coaches in all of basketball."
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In a summer full of trades & lottery picks, the Thunder had quite the busy offseason. Another move that went somewhat unnoticed was the signing of Eugene Omoruyi to a two-way contract. @thunder_draft writes about the Omoruyi signing in his latest piece.
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Want to get educated on the 2022 NBA Draft? Check out the latest ⁦ @The_Uncontested ⁩ show with ⁦ @HoopIntelllect ⁩!
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Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng showed promising signs in his second appearance in Las Vegas Summer League. @kadekimble wrote about Dieng’s comfortability in Summer League.
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Oklahoma City guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has the second-best odds to win the NBA's 2022-23 Most Improved Player Award. @kadekimble makes the case for SGA to win the award.
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The Thunder roster still remains at 18 players, meaning the team will have to move on from three other players before the start of next season.
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#Thunder Practice Report: Diagneault will not be traveling with the team for a very special reason #ThunderUp
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According to FanDuel, Josh Giddey has +3100 odds to win the Most Improved Player Award in the upcoming season.
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In the latest Bleacher Report Mock Draft, the Thunder make another selection continuing the pattern of drafting versatile playmakers. Would you be happy with this selection for OKC?
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Jeremiah Robinson-Earl was a Swiss Army Knife for the Thunder last season. He played with a poise & a comfort level of comfortability beyond his NBA experience. @thunder_draft ’s new article on JRE and what makes him crucial to the success in Oklahoma City.
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Oklahoma native, Lindy Waters III has fought tooth and nail to secure a two-way contract and a spot in the NBA. @kadekimble wonders if his spot on the Thunder is secure due to the ongoing roster crunch. Do you want to see Lindy back in OKC this season?
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The Thunder are already experiencing a roster crunch, 3 years into their rebuild. When the Thunder are back contending, most of the players on this year's roster will be elsewhere. @RandallSweet5 writes which players he thinks are here for the long run.
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With the Thunder sitting in 10th place and only one game under .500, OKC may have their sights set on the NBA play-in game, rather than better draft odds. @DParkOK wrote about the Thunder making a late season play-in push.
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Ousmane Dieng has been impressive in his first four NBA preseason games. The 6’10 rookie has looked surprisingly comfortable on both sides of the ball with lots of room to grow. @kadekimble on Dieng’s limitless potential & how he’ll grow in the future.
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The Thunder lack size & physicality down low, especially after Chet Holmgren's injury, & Williams is as physical as it gets, willing to do the dirty work & put his body on the line taking charges. @kadekimble wonders where he stacks up in the rotation.
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ESPN has flexed an OKC Thunder game onto their national television schedule after the All-Star break…
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The 2022 NBA Draft is over ten months away, but it’s never too early to start looking at who the top prospects are. Introducing the SI Thunder ‘way too early’ 2022 NBA Mock Draft:
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Should Aaron Wiggins take Okpala's roster spot? #Thunder #ThunderUp
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The Oklahoma City Thunder now have the opportunity to bring the Serbian pro to the NBA. @kadekimble on the Thunder’s potential to retain Micic in Oklahoma City for this upcoming season. What do you want OKC to do?
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The Thunder are in full developmental mode, but this doesn’t stop at the roster of players. @CrainNBA writes about the development taking place in Oklahoma City beyond the players. Maximizing development from the front office to the coaching staff.
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The crew over at @The_Uncontested dropped a preseason preview show! Make sure to check it out ahead of tonight’s #Thunder matchup against the #Hornets .
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Josh Giddey has already been in the lab with the NBA’s “Shot Doctor” Chip Engelland. Giddey sends Engelland high praise for the work he’s already done as the newest Thunder coach.
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Aleksej Pokusevski debuted with the OKC Blue after missing over two full months of game action. @Rosslovelace wrote about Poku’s performance and return from injury in the G League.
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The #Thunder future will soon be a lot clearer. It's the night Oklahoma City has been waiting for... Lottery Night! Follow along for live updates: #ThunderUp
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OKC #Thunder workout Silvio De Sousa and schedule a workout with another player #ThunderUp
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THUNDER ROSTER MOVES: -Signed Rob Edwards -Signed DJ Wilson Full Training Camp Roster:
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