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Thunder could sign former $85 million award-winning guard to bolster championship roster

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the 2025 NBA champions. However, general manager Sam Presti should still look to upgrade the roster, and he could start by signing Malcolm Brogdon in free agency.

Dharya Sharma

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Why the Thunder appear on their way to being the NBA's next dynasty

The Thunder are only going to get better over the next several seasons.

Stephen Noh

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Thunder complete historic season, win first NBA title in team history

In a Game 7 marred by Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles injury, the Thunder rolled past the Pacers to complete historic season.

Colin Capece

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Thunder championship parade 2025 date, time, route and how to watch OKC's NBA title celebration

Here is all the information you need about the Thunder's championship parade as the team celebrates winning the 2025 NBA Finals.

Teddy Ricketson

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Thunder rookie has more championships than NBA minutes played

It must be nice.

Alex Walsh

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander debuts gold sneakers after championship win

Here's everything to know about the newest colorway of Gilgeous-Alexander's sneaker.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder championship parade bus prediction pays off in NBA Finals

Much ado about nothing.

Drew Bishop

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How Thunder became second-youngest NBA championship team ever

Oklahoma City had a young bunch competing for an NBA title. Here's how the Thunder stack up to the youngest championship squads.

Daniel Mader

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2025 Thunder join iconic Bulls and Warriors team in this historic team stat

What a season for OKC.

Alex Walsh

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins 2025 Bill Russell Trophy following Thunder title

There's been a new addition to the exclusive NBA Finals MVP club. Here's who took home the honor in 2025 and the results from voting.

Daniel Mader

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How SGA joined Michael Jordan, LeBron James with all-time great NBA season

Difficult as it is to fully encapsulate the all-time status of Gilgeous-Alexander's season, four reasons stand out above all.

Gilbert McGregor

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Complete NBA finals, playoff history for Oklahoma City Thunder

The Thunder's franchise history is as complex as it is rich. The Sporting News takes a closer look at what that entails.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins 10 NBA legends to complete MVP double in Finals history

This is a crazy list.

Billy Heyen

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SGA caps off Thunder's title run with 29-point, 12-assist double-double

The Sporting News tracked SGA's performance as he did what was necessary to hoist the Larry O'Brien trophy.

Gilbert McGregor

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Lakers' Alex Caruso mistake reaches nadir with OKC Thunder NBA title

Los Angeles let a good one get away.

Billy Heyen

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Seattle SuperSonics could've been the 2025 NBA champions instead of Oklahoma City Thunder

Oh, what could've been.

Billy Heyen

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How Sam Presti helped the Thunder build a championship roster

OKC has hit on almost all of its acquisitions, and head coach Mark Daigneault can trust each active member of the roster to make a positive impact. Here's how that roster came to be.

Gilbert McGregor

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OKC Thunder have so many future draft picks to keep chasing NBA titles

Sam Presti ain't done.

Billy Heyen

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Pre-designed Thunder parade buses become fuel for Pacers before Game 7

Oklahoma City had its parade buses prepared just in case it secured a championship in Game 7, and they became a pregame topic after video went around on social media.

Daniel Mader

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Why the Thunder should — and shouldn't — be worried ahead of Game 7

Despite a Game 6 blowout loss, the Thunder have plenty of reasons to be optimistic ahead of Game 7 — and a few reasons not to be.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA makes Scott Foster ref announcement for Game 7 of Finals

"The Extender" won't be involved.

Billy Heyen

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Thunder vs. Pacers radio station: Channel, time, streaming options to listen live to NBA Finals Game 7

Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Thunder vs. Pacers Game 7 in the 2025 NBA Finals.

Chirag Radhyan

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NBA Finals TV schedule, scores for Thunder vs. Pacers

The Thunder and Pacers will battle in the NBA Finals. Here's everything that you need to know about watching the series.

Jared Greenspan

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 7 prediction: Odds, best bets & top props

Here's the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, including our game picks, best bets, and top player props.

Sloan Piva

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Thunder haven't won an NBA Finals game when SGA has this stat

This is wild.

Alex Walsh

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Thunder NBA Finals tickets prices for Oklahoma City championship games

The Thunder have made the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. Here's everything you need to know about buying tickets to see Oklahoma City in the NBA championship round, including the best prices, seating maps, series schedule and more.

Sloan Piva

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals tickets: Best prices, full schedule

The top-seeded Thunder face the run-and-gun Pacers in the 2025 NBA Finals. Here's everything you need to know about this epic championship series, including the full schedule of games and links to the best and cheapest tickets.

Sloan Piva

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Pacers bench sparks Indiana to dominant Game 6 vs. Thunder

Indiana's bench once again found success at a crucial time.

Daniel Chavkin

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When is Game 7 of the NBA Finals? Date, time and TV channel for Thunder vs. Pacers finale

The NBA season will come down to the final day.

Billy Heyen

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The last NBA Finals Game 7 was one of the best games in basketball history

Cavaliers-Warriors didn't disappoint.

Billy Heyen

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Pacers force Game 7 with blowout win over Thunder

For the first time in nearly a decade, the NBA Finals will go seven games. Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers to a Game 6 win over the Thunder on Thursday, forcing the decisive matchup.

Daniel Mader

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 6 prediction: Odds, betting advice, top props

Here's the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, including our game picks, best bets, and top player props.

Sloan Piva

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander among all-time greats after NBA Finals scoring explosion

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has continued his elite play in the NBA Finals and has put himself in the same conversation among all-time greats.

Dharya Sharma

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander needs this amount of points in a Game 6 win to set NBA record

Will he do it?

Alex Walsh

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Stephen A. Smith under fire for playing phone game during NBA Finals Game 4

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is one of the busiest men in sports media, but he's under fire for picking the wrong time to take a mental break.

Gilbert McGregor

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Jalen Williams joins Russell Westbrook in Thunder record books after historic Game 5 performance

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams put on a show during the team's Game 5 win over the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals. He also joined Russell Westbrook in the franchise history books.

Dharya Sharma

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Jalen Williams signals arrival as bona fide star with Game 5 takeover

From the onset of the Thunder's 120-109 win in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, it was evident that Jalen Williams would make his presence felt. Now, the rest of the league is on notice.

Gilbert McGregor

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Why history favors the Thunder following Game 5 win

Here's the biggest stat that can be taken from OKC's Game 5 win.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder become first team in an NBA Finals game with these defensive stats

What a game.

Alex Walsh

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Inside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31-point performance in pivotal Game 5 win

The Sporting News tracked Gilgeous-Alexander's stats from Game 5 of the 2025 NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder pull within one win of title with decisive Game 5 victory over Pacers

Jalen Williams scored 40 points and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander posted a double-double on Monday as Oklahoma City took Game 5 of the 2025 NBA Finals over Indiana.

Daniel Mader

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Lu Dort is 5th all time in this incredible non-defensive NBA Finals stat

This is wild.

Alex Walsh

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 5 prediction: Odds, best bets, top props

Here's the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, as well as our game picks, best bets, and top props for this pivotal Monday night battle.

Sloan Piva

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Blockbuster NBA Draft trade idea would send Cooper Flagg to elite Western Conference contender

Cooper Flagg will be the No.1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Though the expectation is that the Duke superstar will land with the Dallas Mavericks, a wild NBA Draft trade idea would send Flagg to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Dharya Sharma

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NBA trade idea sends Thunder legend Kevin Durant to Knicks for $220 million All-Star

Kevin Durant will be on the move in the next few weeks. An NBA idea sends the Thunder legend to the New York Knicks in a package that includes All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns.

Dharya Sharma

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes NBA Finals history in Game 4 win

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added to his historic 2024 season on Friday by making NBA Finals history in the Thunder's Game 4 win over the Indiana Pacers.

Dharya Sharma

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Russell Westbrook predicted to land with Western Conference contender in shocking NBA offseason move

Russell Westbrook will hit the free agency market at the end of June after a solid 2024 campaign with the Denver Nuggets. The veteran guard is predicted to go back to where it all started and sign with the Oklahoma City Thunder for one more ride.

Dharya Sharma

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Lakers castoff Alex Caruso is 1st player in NBA history with these stats in Finals for OKC Thunder

Incredible stuff from Caruso.

Billy Heyen

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How Thunder overcame historically bad 3-point shooting to win Game 4

Here's how the Thunder pulled off a seemingly improbable feat.

Gilbert McGregor

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Did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander travel before key 4th-quarter jumper?

Here's a closer look at the controversial play and how the free-throw disparity shaped out in Game 4 of the series.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder are first team with an NBA Finals win & this shocking stat since 2010

Pretty wild to see in today's NBA.

Alex Walsh

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander matches Jerry West's wild points-assists NBA Finals history

It's been a long time since this happened.

Billy Heyen

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander carries Thunder to series-tying Game 4 win over Pacers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stepped up when the Thunder needed him most, and OKC is now heading home tied 2-2 with the Pacers.

Daniel Chavkin

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander closes Game 4 in MVP fashion to tie NBA FInals

SGA shakes off slow start, takes over down the stretch to help Thunder tie Finals at two games apiece.

Gilbert McGregor

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Caitlin Clark, Reggie Miller among biggest celebrities at NBA Finals Game 4

Here are some of the biggest celebrities who took in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder return to original starting lineup for Game 4 of NBA Finals

With their backs against the wall, the Thunder are making a significant change ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals vs. the Pacers.

Gilbert McGregor

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Proposed Thunder-Celtics trade sends $285 million star to OKC for lucrative package

A proposed trade between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics land the Western Conference champions a third star next to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.

Dharya Sharma

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 4 prediction: Odds, betting advice, top props

Here's the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, as well as our game picks, best bets, and top props for this pivotal Friday night fight.

Sloan Piva

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Pacers vs. Thunder tickets for Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Indiana

Here's the full details for Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Pacers and Thunder, including tipoff time and links to the best and most affordable tickets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Sloan Piva

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Chet Holmgren makes self-critical announcement after Game 3 loss

At least he sees there's room to improve.

Alex Walsh

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How Thunder's Game 3 loss historically bodes poorly for title chances

Game 3 can be a critical turning point in the NBA Finals, and the Pacers now have a strong chance to win it all based on the record books.

Daniel Mader

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 30-point streak snapped in Game 3 loss to Pacers

The Sporting News tracked Gilgeous-Alexander's scoring performance in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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Pacers take 2-1 Finals lead over Thunder with scrappy Game 3 victory

Indiana is just two wins away from an NBA title after Wednesday's win, which included strong performances throughout the Pacers' roster.

Daniel Mader

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Basketball fans roast ESPN for digital NBA Finals logos on court

Here's how the basketball world has reacted to the addition to the broadcast.

Gilbert McGregor

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Inside Kalshi's 'unhinged' AI ad for Game 3 of NBA Finals

Here's what to know about the Kalshi ad airing during the 2025 NBA Finals.

Daniel Mader

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Jalen Williams 2022 draft revisited: How Santa Clara star ended up at No. 12 to the Thunder

Revisiting the 2022 draft and Jalen Williams' meteoric rise up draft boards.

Stephen Noh

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 3 prediction: Odds, best bets, top props

Here's the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, as well as our game picks, best bets, and top player props.

Sloan Piva

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NBA Finals MVP betting odds

The Sporting News looks at the updated odds for 2025 NBA Finals MVP, then selects its best bet, top value wagers and best long-shots to win the Bill Russell Trophy.

Sloan Piva

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How Aaron Wiggins earned reputation as 'The Man Who Saved Basketball'

Here's everything to know about Wiggins' role as basketball's savior.

Gilbert McGregor

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Tyrese Haliburton's girlfriend goes viral for exchange with Thunder fans

Haliburton's girlfriend was spotted going all-in on her support for the Pacers in the NBA Finals.

Daniel Mader

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How the Thunder slowed down Tyrese Haliburton in Game 2

Here's more on Haliburton's performance in Game 2, and how he was stymied by Oklahoma City's fearsome defensive unit.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaks Allen Iverson's historic NBA Finals record

SGA is scoring a lot of points.

Billy Heyen

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Inside dominant Thunder bench performance in Game 2 vs. Pacers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is well on his way to NBA Finals MVP if the Thunder can win the series, but Aaron Wiggins proved to be the x-factor in Game 2.

Dan Treacy

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SGA sets NBA Finals record in dominant Game 2 performance

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander turns in a true MVP performance in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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SGA has historic postseason streak that hasn't been done since Wilt Chamberlain

Incredible.

Alex Walsh

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Chet Holmgren bounces back with stellar effort in Game 2 win vs. Pacers

The Thunder needed big man Chet Holmgren to be better in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, and he answered the call.

Dan Treacy

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Everything to know about Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals begins

When is Game 3? Here's everything to know about the next game in the NBA Finals, including the date, start time, and TV channel.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder coast to Game 2 win over Pacers, knot NBA Finals at 1

Oklahoma City bounced back from its Game 1 collapse on Sunday, blowing out the Pacers to tie the 2025 NBA Finals before the series heads to Indiana.

Daniel Mader

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander heads historic group of Canadians in NBA Finals

The 2024-25 NBA season was a historic one for Canadians in the NBA, and that trend is continuing in the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's stats after losses are incredible for OKC Thunder in playoffs

SGA is a bucket.

Billy Heyen

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Thunder vs. Pacers radio station: Channel, time, streaming options to listen live to NBA Finals Game 2

Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Thunder vs. Pacers in the 2025 NBA Finals.

Chirag Radhyan

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Is Aaron Wiggins related to Andrew Wiggins?

Here is what we know about Oklahoma City's Aaron Wiggins and Miami's Andrew Wiggins.

Gilbert McGregor

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Encouraging stat for Thunder going into Game 2

The Thunder could be right where they want to be.

Alex Walsh

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Thunder fan creates Dort jersey with Durant jersey & tape

This is intelligent.

Alex Walsh

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 2 prediction: Odds, best bets, top props

Check out the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 2 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, as well as our game picks, best bets, and top player props.

Sloan Piva

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Jay-Z has $1 million bet riding on specific Thunder-Pacers NBA Finals outcome

This could prove costly.

Billy Heyen

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Pacers steal Game 1 of NBA Finals behind Tyrese Haliburton game-winner

Tyrese Haliburton was the hero once again in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, leading the Pacers over the Thunder with a game-winning jumper.

Daniel Mader

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Thunder give Pacers early fits with stifling defense in Game 1 of NBA Finals

Here's more on OKC stifling defense early in Game 1 vs. Indiana.

Gilbert McGregor

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Lu dort stands alone with Kawhi Leonard with this statline

Incredible.

Alex Walsh

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's free throw stats from NBA Finals Game 1

Here's how many free throws SGA attempted in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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From "a nice little camp player" to NBA stopper: Alex Caruso's wild basketball journey

Alex Caruso has overcome adversity in every single stop of his basketball journey.

Stephen Noh

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OKC Thunder legend Russell Westbrook makes announcement on retirement decision after Europe report

Russ plans to keep hooping.

Billy Heyen

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Why didn't Lakers keep Alex Caruso? Thunder's key piece could've been with LeBron James, Luka Doncic

That was a bad move.

Billy Heyen

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Who is Cason Wallace? OKC Thunder guard key to NBA Finals vs. Tyrese Haliburton

Huge move for Oklahoma City.

Billy Heyen

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Thunder make huge starting lineup decision with Isaiah Hartenstein for Game 1 of NBA Finals

OKC makes a huge call.

Billy Heyen

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Why Cason Wallace is starting ahead of Isaiah Hartenstein in Game 1

The NBA postseason is all about in-series adjustments, but the Thunder are getting ahead of it with an adjustment ahead of the NBA Finals.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder's Jalen, Jaylin Williams related in many ways even if not family

This is the best coincidence.

Billy Heyen

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How Lil Wayne's 'The Days' became ESPN's NBA Finals song

The new single will be featured throughout Thunder-Pacers.

Daniel Chavkin

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What to know about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's unique deal with Converse

Here's everything to know about Gilgeous-Alexander's relationship with Converse, including his unique role and how he's using his first-ever shoe to honor his family.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA Finals radio station: Channel, live streams to listen to Thunder vs. Pacers

Here is everything that you need to know in order to tune into the NBA Finals on the radio.

Chirag Radhyan

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Meet Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's athletic family, from wife to parents & cousin

From his parents to his wife, siblings, and cousin, athleticism runs deep in Gilgeous-Alexander's family tree.

Gilbert McGregor

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The meanings and history behind Isaiah Hartenstein's tattoos

While he dons a shooting sleeve on his right arm, Hartenstein's tattoo sleeve is still unmistakable, including elaborate artwork on his shoulder and unseen ink on his forearm.

Gilbert McGregor

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Age, career timeline for Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault

Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault has had quite a career ahead of his first NBA Finals' appearance.

Teddy Ricketson

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Complete measurements for Thunder star Chet Holmgren

How does Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren (literally) measure up? Check out the height, weight, wingspan and shoe size of Oklahoma City's rising star.

Gilbert McGregor

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How Shai Gilgeous-Alexander earned controversial 'Free Throw Merchant' nickname

The Thunder point guard's style of play has been a huge talking point on social media.

Daniel Chavkin

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Revisiting Kendrick Perkins' high school, NBA careers

Before he was a talking head on ESPN, Perkins enjoyed a 14-year NBA career.

David Suggs

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What is every Thunder player's nickname?

This is going to be a fun one.

Alex Walsh

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ESPN's NBA Finals predictions doesn't have unanimous winner between Thunder and Pacers

The predictions are in!

Matthew Wadleigh

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Complete timeline of Sam Presti's draft picks & trades leading to OKC's Finals appearance

OKC's Sam Presti is widely considered one of the best GMs in the NBA, and he's done his best work in recent seasons building the current Thunder roster.

Daniel Chavkin

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How Paul George blockbuster trades helped set up the 2025 NBA Finals

Here is more on the respective deals and a look back at how things have played out for all parties involved.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ranking the top 8 players in the NBA Finals

As more than 20 players could realistically impact the series, I take a look at the top eight players in the NBA Finals, from the league's MVP to the key rotational players who round out each starting lineup.

Gilbert McGregor

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How a 2007 Rashard Lewis trade led to the Thunder landing SGA

Here's a breakdown of the 2007 trade, and each branch of the deal that has brought the Thunder to where they are today.

Gilbert McGregor

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Why the Thunder left Seattle for Oklahoma City in 2008

The Thunder ruffled plenty of feathers when they relocated to Oklahoma City. Here's the story behind their move.

Dan Treacy

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Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals betting prediction, including MVP

The Thunder and Pacers have advanced to the 2025 NBA Finals, a run-and-gun matchup of a championship series. Here's a betting preview for the series and the Sporting News' pick to win the Larry O'Brien Trophy and the Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award.

Sloan Piva

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Everything to know about when the 2025 NBA Finals begins

Here is everything to know about when the series begins.

Gilbert McGregor

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Chet Holmgren first player with these playoff averages since Robert Parish

Chet is having a great postseason in the shadow of SGA.

Alex Walsh

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SGA first player with this stat since MJ

SGA's 24-25 season is as good as some of the greats.

Alex Walsh

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins legends Michael Jordan, LeBron James in NBA Playoff history

Impressive feat for the NBA MVP.

Matthew Wadleigh

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Magic Johnson issues apology to Thunder after NBA Finals berth

Apology from Magic.

Matthew Wadleigh

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Thunder championship would enter them in GOAT conversations with this stat

This is unprecedented stuff we are watching.

Alex Walsh

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Converse trolls Anthony Edwards in social media ad celebrating SGA's WCF win

Here's how Converse trolled Anthony Edwards after the Timberwolves were eliminated from the 2025 NBA playoffs.

Teddy Ricketson

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Inside the numbers that sent Oklahoma City to 2025 NBA Finals

The Thunder defense had an all-time performance on Wednesday to clinch a Finals berth. Here are some of the stats that showcase Oklahoma City's Game 5 dominance over Minnesota.

Daniel Mader

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins Magic Johnson Trophy after Game 5 rout

Here's more on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning the Western Conference Finals MVP Award.

Teddy Ricketson

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Thunder Game 5 ticket price most expensive home game in team history

The difference in small vs big markets.

Alex Walsh

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Where James Harden ranks among 9 greatest Thunder players of all time

James Harden will be remembered for his time with the Rockets, but he still sneaks onto the list of greatest Thunder players.

Dan Treacy

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Where Russell Westbrook ranks among 9 greatest Thunder players ever

Russell Westbrook is a polarizing figure, but he still ranks among the best players in Thunder history.

Dan Treacy

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Where Paul George ranks among 9 greatest Thunder players of all time

Paul George only spent two seasons with the Thunder. Were they dominant enough to place him among the best players in franchise history?

Dan Treacy

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Where Kevin Durant ranks among 9 greatest Thunder players of all time

Kevin Durant is one of three players to win an MVP in a Thunder uniform, but is he the best player to ever take the floor for Oklahoma City?

Dan Treacy

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Where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ranks among 9 greatest Thunder players ever

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is still young, but he's leaving a legacy that places him among franchise legends in Oklahoma City.

Dan Treacy

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Thunder vs. Wolves Game 5 prediction: Odds, betting advice, top player props

Here's the Sporting News' betting prediction for Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals between the Thunder and Timberwolves, as well as our game picks, best bets, and top player props.

Sloan Piva

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Thunder vs. Timberwolves schedule: Dates, TV channels & more to know

Here is everything you need to know about Thunder vs. Timberwolves, including TV and streaming options for each game of the series.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fires back at 'free throw merchant' critics

The MVP doesn't care what you think.

Drew Bishop

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Why Oklahoma City goes viral for unique postgame towel tradition

Oklahoma City is nothing if not a creative bunch.

David Suggs

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How Thunder landed two players with the same name

Oklahoma City drafted both the Williams in 2022.

Colin Capece

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Inside Alex Caruso's hairstyles over the years

Alex Caruso is one of the NBA's most prominent bald players. It took him a while to get to that point.

David Suggs

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Video shows Thunder star slapping Rudy Gobert with OKC down by 38 points

Oklahoma City was clearly frustrated.

Billy Heyen

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Hometown, college and more to know about Chet Holmgren's Minnesota roots

Here is more information on Thunder center Chet Holmgren's Minnesota roots.

Teddy Ricketson

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Chet Holmgren's Minnesota ties, from his dad to high school dominance, bring Thunder forward home

A special homecoming for the Oklahoma City star.

Billy Heyen

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OKC Thunder's Jalen Williams achieves NBA history not made since Kobe Bryant in 2002

That's incredible company.

Billy Heyen

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How SGA outgunned Anthony Edwards — again — in Game 2 win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was awarded the Michael Jordan Trophy on Thursday night, then went out and showed why he's the MVP in OKC's dominating performance.

David Suggs

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Scott Foster bloodied after taking inadvertent shot to face in WCF Game 2

Scott Foster captured headlines for an unusual reason on Thursday night.

David Suggs

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Thunder vs. Wolves Western Conference Finals Game 2 prediction

The Thunder look to take a 2-0 series lead over the Timberwolves in OKC on Thursday, after an impressive 114-84 victory in Game 1. Here's the full odds for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, as well as the best bets, top props and our final score prediction.

Sloan Piva

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From MVP to VIP, SGA thanks teammates with Rolex watches

After winning the 2025 MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure his teammates sparkled too—with Rolexes.

Jennifer Torres

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Social media blasts Shams Charania for spoiling 'Inside the NBA's' MVP reveal

Social media had plenty to say about Shams Charania's decision to leak Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP announcement.

David Suggs

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Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA's MVP in 2025

Here's more on the MVP case that Gilgeous-Alexander built and how he was able to win the award over Antetokounmpo and Jokic.

Gilbert McGregor

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SGA eligible to make almost $1 million a game with new eligible extension

The salaries keep going up.

Alex Walsh

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How 2025 MVP impacts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's next contract extension

SGA earned himself a huge payday by winning MVP.

Colin Capece

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP award could cost the Thunder almost $100 million

An expensive MVP win.

Matthew Wadleigh

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How Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Steve Nash in rare company

Here is more on the history of Canadians to win MVP, in which Gilgeous-Alexander builds on the legacy that began with Nash's first win exactly 20 years ago.

Gilbert McGregor

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Streak of international NBA MVPs continues with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's win

With the Thunder star's 2025 MVP award, the streak of international players to win the Michael Jordan Trophy continues.

Daniel Mader

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Where is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from in Canada?

For the second time in NBA history, a Canadian player has won MVP.

Daniel Mader

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named MVP, joins Steve Nash as second Canadian to win honor

The Thunder point guard is the third player in franchise history to win the award.

Daniel Chavkin

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Yes, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander flops, but not as much as you think

Upon further review, the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander free throw merchant claims are exaggerated.

Stephen Noh

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Lakers' castoff Alex Caruso is better at one skill than anyone in NBA for OKC Thunder

You have to see this.

Billy Heyen

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NBA Conference Finals show parity has arrived and dynasties are gone

The NBA of Magic and Bird, of MJ and Pip, of Kobe and Shaq -- those days appear to be gone, replaced by a more competitive group of teams that don't depend on a few superstars.

Mike DeCourcy

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Ranking every Conference Finalist's chances of winning the NBA title

Who has the best chance to win it all among the Pacers, Knicks, Thunder, and Wolves?

Stephen Noh

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Ranking the 10 best remaining players in the NBA playoffs

After members of The Sporting News' staff collaborated to rank the top 30 players whose teams advanced to the postseason, I narrowed the list down to rank the top 10 players remaining.

Gilbert McGregor

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Western Conference Finals stat is encouraging sign for Thunder fans after Game 1 win

The odds may be in the favor of OKC.

Alex Walsh

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shakes off rough start, leads Thunder to Game 1 WCF win

Oklahoma City's star guard came alive in the second half Tuesday, paving the way for the Thunder's Game 1 win in the Western Conference Finals.

Daniel Mader

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, referees come under fire in OKC's Game 1 win vs. Wolves

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's penchant for drawing fouls had NBA Twitter in a frenzy on Tuesday night.

David Suggs

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How Jalen Williams went from three-star recruit to two-way NBA star

Jalen Williams entered the college game relatively unheralded. He exited it drawing rave reviews — and lottery consideration.

David Suggs

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How Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are related

The pair of guards were very close growing up.

Daniel Chavkin

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Paul George trades explain how Thunder, Pacers each reached NBA conference finals

PG is at the heart of these teams.

Billy Heyen

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Thunder vs. Timberwolves matchup prediction, including MVP

The Thunder and Timberwolves will battle for a spot in the NBA Finals. Here's a betting preview for the series and the pick for the Western Conference Finals MVP.

Sloan Piva

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Nuggets throttle Thunder in Game 7 to set up matchup with Timberwolves

The Sporting News tracked the updates and highlights from Game 7 between the Nuggets and Thunder.

Teddy Ricketson

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Thunder legend Russell Westbrook may have just been OKC's MVP in playoff series

Russ wasn't exactly hooping.

Billy Heyen

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Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes final MVP statement vs. Nikola Jokic in Game 7

SGA showed out.

Billy Heyen

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Jalen Williams steps up for Thunder in Game 7 win over Nuggets

After a disappointing Game 6, one of Oklahoma City's stars led the charge Sunday with the team's season on the line.

Daniel Mader

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Thunder vs. Nuggets radio station: Channel, time, streaming options to listen live to NBA Playoffs Game 7

Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Thunder vs. Nuggets in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Chirag Radhyan

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When is Game 7 of Thunder vs. Nuggets? Date, time & TV channel for 2025 NBA Playoffs second-round series

This will be awesome between Oklahoma City and Denver.

Billy Heyen

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Nuggets vs. Thunder Game 5 prediction

The Nuggets travel to OKC to play the Thunder in Game 5 of their second-round tilt on Tuesday, with the series all tied at 2-2. Here's the full odds for this pivotal showdown, as well as the best bets, top props and our final score prediction.

Sloan Piva

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander comes up big despite struggles in must-win Game 4

Here's more from SGA's performance in the gritty, low-scoring affair.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder, Nuggets combine for lowest-scoring quarter in postseason history in Game 4

The Thunder and Nuggets clanked more shots than most during Game 4's early moments.

David Suggs

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Nuggets vs. Thunder radio station: Channel, time, streaming options to listen live to NBA Playoffs Game 4

Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Nuggets vs. Thunder in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Neeraj Sharma

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Why SGA was all smiles after Game 3 loss to Nuggets

Confident down 2-1?

Alex Walsh

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Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 'desperate' admission after Game 2 blowout win

It worked.

Matthew Wadleigh

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Inside the insane stats from OKC's 43-point Game 2 win vs. Denver

Here's a look inside the Thunder's dominant win over the Nuggets in Game 2 of their second-round playoff series.

Teddy Ricketson

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Chet Holmgren redeems himself by setting NBA record after blowing key playoff game for Thunder

OKC's young star rebounded from a tough moment.

Drew Bishop

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Celtics and Thunder Game 1 collapses: What went wrong, and what needs to change

The heavily favored Celtics and Thunder blew leads in Game 1 for different reasons.

Stephen Noh

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Josh Giddey spotted at low-level pick-up game while Alex Caruso shines in NBA Playoffs

What a world.

Matthew Wadleigh

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How OKC's decision to foul late backfired in Denver's stunning Game 1 win

Here's more on how the Thunder's late-game strategy led to their Game 1 demise.

Gilbert McGregor

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Why the Thunder fouling up 3 was both the right and wrong decision

Tricky stuff from Oklahoma City.

Billy Heyen

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Revisiting the Clippers trading Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to OKC

Oklahoma City fueled it's rebuild with a mega-trade involving Gilgeous-Alexander and Paul George.

Daniel Chavkin

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Key stats to know in the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Nikola Jokic MVP debate

Let's peel back the layers of this year's MVP debate between Jokic and Gilgeous-Alexander.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thunder vs. Nuggets prediction, preview, and keys to the series

Will there be a passing of the torch from the Nuggets to the Thunder?

Stephen Noh

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Alex Caruso proving why he was best trade acquisition of the summer

Alex Caruso is the missing piece for the Thunder.

Stephen Noh

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Thunder's Alex Caruso singlehandedly propels OKC to historic comeback win over Grizzlies

The Thunder trailed by 29 points.

Billy Heyen

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Warriors' Draymond Green dissed in savage, subtle way by Thunder star

Funny stuff as always in the NBA.

Billy Heyen

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NBA playoffs Game 1 winners and losers: Thunder cruise; Lakers, Bucks in trouble

Playoff Jimmy? He's alive and well with Golden State.

Stephen Noh

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Thunder open NBA Playoffs with historic 51-point rout of Memphis

As the final score suggests, this game is one for the record books. Here are some of what stands out from the game.

Gilbert McGregor

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OKC Thunder dominant regular season shows in record-breaking game 1 vs Grizzlies

Any concerns of rust were quickly put to bed in OKC's 2025 playoff debut.

Drew Bishop

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NBA largest playoff victory margins: How many teams have ever won by 50 or more?

There aren't supposed to be blowouts in the playoffs.

Billy Heyen

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How to listen to Thunder vs. Grizzlies?

Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Thunder vs. Grizzlies in the 2025 NBA Tournament.

Ishika Dadhwal

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How to listen to Thunder NBA playoff game

Here is a complete guide to listening to the radio broadcast for every Thunder playoff game in 2025.

Chirag Radhyan

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Nets' Cam Johnson hints at desire for trade to Western Conference powerhouse

This would be a big move in the NBA.

Billy Heyen

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander promotes Jurassic Park movie in new commercial

The MVP contender represents the iconic franchise as "Gilgeousaurus."

Colin Capece

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NBA Finals 2025 predictions: Best bets, top sleepers & more

The Sporting News' NBA betting expert Sloan Piva dishes out his best bets, top value picks and favorite sleepers to win the 2025 NBA Finals, and explains why Thunder vs. Celtics is the best bet in the championship round.

Sloan Piva

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Brian Windhorst's hotel bookings predict which 6 teams can win NBA Finals

Windy is way ahead of the game.

Billy Heyen

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Oklahoma City Thunder have key stat in favor of them winning the NBA title

OKC could make a run at it.

Billy Heyen

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Thunder break incredible 50-year-old record set by Lakers

This statistic proves Oklahoma City should be favorites to win the NBA title.

Drew Bishop

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