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Areas of Improvement for Each OKC Thunder Player for the 2026-27 Season

Following the departures of key rotational pieces, Luguentz Dort, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins, via trades, the Oklahoma City Thunder enters the 2026-27 season looking to shift their identity, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren leading individual and collective growth as the the team aim to reach the mountaintop once again. Key Areas of Improvement and Outcomes For Each Player Shai

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What Do the 2026 First-Round Selections Mean for the OKC Thunder?

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After trading Aaron Wiggins earlier in the week, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz with their two first-round selections. It has been confirmed that there will be more roster changes on the way, as OKC has one too many players on its active roster. With Oklahoma City approaching the second apron,

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3 Sleeper Prospects the OKC Thunder Could Grab in the First Round of the 2026 NBA Draft

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have arguably been the best team in the draft during the Sam Presti era, having built a history of finding hidden gems and building their roster through repeated success in the lottery, late first round, and second round. Now, Oklahoma City has two first-round picks in what is deemed to be

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OKC Thunder’s Three Biggest Needs Before the 2026 NBA Draft

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are not only already one of the most talented teams but sit in a rare position, having two first-round picks (No. 12 & 17) in the 2026 NBA Draft. OKC can go in a multitude of ways, including putting together a package to trade up or trade out, and pick up

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3 Realistic Trade-Up Scenarios for the OKC Thunder in the 2026 NBA Draft

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The 2026 NBA Draft is upon us, and it wouldn’t come as a surprise if the Oklahoma City Thunder makes a splash on draft night, with them having multiple picks at their disposal. OKC has historically assessed all its options on draft night: whether to move up, down, or out altogether. Despite being a contender,

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Ranking Top-10 Prospects for the OKC Thunder on Draft Night

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With the 2026 NBA Draft just a few days away, the Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to add to their contending roster. OKC owns the No. 12 (via Los Angeles Clippers) and the No. 17 (via Philadelphia 76ers) pick in the first round, as well as the No. 37 (via Dallas Mavericks) pick in the

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2026 NBA Draft: Potential OKC Thunder Draft Selections

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The Oklahoma City Thunder has three picks (No. 12 via the Los Angeles Clippers, No. 17 via the Philadelphia 76ers, and No. 37 via the Dallas Mavericks) in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, which will be upon us in a week. The Thunder is looking to add to its roster, which won its first-ever championship

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OKC Thunder Players Stock Watch Heading Into The Offseason

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Oklahoma City faces a pivotal offseason. Another year, another new champion, the era of parity continues. Who knew that not only winning a championship is tough, but repeating is even more difficult? As the Thunder’s season ended earlier than they had expected, losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Following their

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One Area the OKC Thunder Should Address in Offseason

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An important off-season lies ahead for Oklahoma City, one that includes addressing a key roster hole. The Thunder are loaded with depth and versatility, but there’s one specific spot that needs to be filled A multitude of things defined the Thunder’s 2025-26 season: from raising their first championship to defending their title and being

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Four OKC Thunder Takeaways From Western Conference Finals

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The Oklahoma City Thunder’s season comes to a disappointing end, as the San Antonio Spurs dethroned the defending champions, winning Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals in Oklahoma City, 111-103. The buildup between these two teams has been gaining traction all year long, and with San Antonio winning when it mattered most, it’s safe

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