Chet Holmgren has already proven on-court struggles can lead to career-best turnouts
OKC Thunder big man Chet Holmgren finds himself in a tricky spot heading into the new season, but it's nowhere he hasn't been before.
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Charles Barkley Says Kevin Durant’s Leadership Is the Reason Why Rockets Have No Chance Against Spurs or Thunder
A few years ago, Charles Barkley famously called Kevin Durant a “bus rider” after the superstar chose to join the Golden State Warriors. Now, the NBA icon is taking another shot. This time, criticism extends to the entire Houston Rockets team. Barkley believed Durant’s leadership could be a major reason Houston has little chance against […] The post Charles Barkley Says Kevin Durant’s Leadership Is the Reason Why Rockets Have No Chance Against Spurs or Thunder appeared first on EssentiallySp...
Sam Presti believes reshaped Thunder can be even better
The Thunder traded away three important rotation players this offseason. Sam Presti still believes they have a chance to be better. Oklahoma City’s longtime basketball operations chief said Thursday that last season’s team never completely reached its ceiling. “I think the team last year had another level to it,” Presti said during his annual preseason news conference, via Baxter Holmes of ESPN. “This particular group of players, if we stay healthy, if it has time together, it has a chance to ...
Sam Presti believes reshaped Thunder can be even better
The Thunder traded away three important rotation players this offseason. Sam Presti still believes they have a chance to be better. Oklahoma City’s longtime basketball operations chief said Thursday that last season’s team never completely reached its ceiling. “I think the team last year had another level to it,” Presti said during his annual preseason […] The post Sam Presti believes reshaped Thunder can be even better appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Thunder GM Presti Discusses Offseason, Roster, Future, More
The Thunder parted ways with longtime starter Luguentz Dort and key regular season reserves Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins this offseason, but longtime head of basketball operations Sam Presti believes the team is well-positioned for success in 2026/27, writes Baxter Holmes of ESPN. “I think the team last year had another level to it,” Presti […]
Sam Presti believes Thunder can improve further
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti believes his championship core has not yet reached its ceiling, even after another deep postseason run. “I think the team last year had another level to it,” said Presti. “I think we could have got to another level. But I think in due time, like I said earlier, […] The post Sam Presti believes Thunder can improve further appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Another Ajay Mitchell Thunder leap is on the horizon after Sam Presti endorsement
While Ajay Mitchell is entering his third year with the Oklahoma City Thunder, he’s yet to have a fully healthy season, of which GM Sam Presti reminded the media during his preseason address. After Presti discussed Chet Holmgren’s struggles versus Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7’s loss in the Western Conference […] The post Another Ajay Mitchell Thunder leap is on the horizon after Sam Presti endorsement appeared first on ClutchPoints .
PJ Carlesimo puts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with Michael Jordan, LeBron James in GOAT company
Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo believes Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has earned a place in the same conversation as Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant when it comes to the work ethic that helped make them all-time great players. Carlesimo recently spoke with Kyle Odegard of NEXTPredict about Gilgeous-Alexander, who has […] The post PJ Carlesimo puts Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with Michael Jordan, LeBron James in GOAT company appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Aday Mara could be in line for unimpeded opportunity with Thunder
OKC Thunder rookie Aday Mara may not have see as much of a competition to receive substantial run in camp and during the preseason as many may have thought.
GM Sam Presti 2026-27 Preseason Media Availability | Opening Statement | OKC Thunder
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Sam Presti Says 2026-27 Thunder Have 'A Chance' to Be as Good as 2025 NBA Title Team
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti believes that the 2026-27 roster can be just as successful as the organization's 2025 championship-winning team.
Sam Presti ready to discover Jared McCain’s star status amid Thunder ‘constellation’
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti had eyes for Jared McCain long before his mid-season trade with the Philadelphia 76ers. Ahead of the upcoming season, Presti predicts the 2026-27 Thunder will be better than its championship squad in 2025. And McCain is a significant part of his forecast for his team, which fell one victory […] The post Sam Presti ready to discover Jared McCain’s star status amid Thunder ‘constellation’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sam Presti just hinted at what Thunder fans have been suspecting about Cason Wallace
Sam Presti only further strengthened OKC Thunder fans' beliefs about Cason Wallace heading into 2026-27.
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren was humbled by Victor Wembanyama, but now Sam Presti has a warning for NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti isn’t worried about how All-Star Chet Holmgren is going to bounce back from his disappointing performance in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. After watching his team fail to reach the NBA Finals last season, Presti is excited about the […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren was humbled by Victor Wembanyama, but now Sam Presti has a warning for NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder’s Sam Presti drops Lu Dort truth bomb on Cason Wallace amid contract rumors
The Oklahoma City Thunder are less than a month away from kicking off their new 2026-27 NBA season. It was an offseason of subtraction rather than addition for the Thunder, as the team traded Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe in various cost-cutting measures to keep them out of dire financial straits. The trades […] The post Thunder’s Sam Presti drops Lu Dort truth bomb on Cason Wallace amid contract rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sam Presti's latest Thunder revelation should put rest of NBA on red alert
Sam Presti just said what the rest of the NBA should be fearing about this OKC Thunder team.
Thunder’s Jalen Williams injury update before training camp brings hype all the way back
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2025-26 season with high hopes of repeating as NBA champions. Although Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won his second straight MVP award and the team finished with a league-high 64 wins, the Thunder fell in the Western Conference Finals to the San Antonio Spurs mainly due to the fact that Jalen Williams’ […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams injury update before training camp brings hype all the way back appeared first on ClutchPoints .
ESPN Ranks Nikola Jokić No. 1 Over Wemby and SGA | DNVR Nuggets Podcast Live
ESPN has ranked Nikola Jokić as the best player in the NBA, just ahead of Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. What still separates the Denver Nuggets superstar from his closest competition? The DNVR Nuggets Podcast also ranks the biggest variables for Denver’s 2026-27 season, including Aaron Gordon’s health, Jamal Murray’s playoff performance, DeMar DeRozan’s fit, Christian Braun’s growth and Jokić’s three-point shot. 0:00 – Intro Join the DNVR Supporter’s Club and get a custom DNVR...
What role Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander really plays in roster decisions
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti revealed how much input two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has in making roster decisions ahead of the upcoming season. As Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder gear up for 2026-27, Presti was transparent in addressing the kinds of conversations he’s had with SGA. Presti admitted he speaks to Gilgeous-Alexander during the offseason, […] The post What role Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander really plays in roster decisions appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Thunder was historically dominant in NBA championship season. Sam Presti predicts a better team in future
The Oklahoma City Thunder already produced one of the most dominant seasons in NBA history during their 2025 championship run, but general manager Sam Presti believes the franchise has yet to reach its ultimate peak. Oklahoma City will enter the 2026-27 season looking to return to the NBA Finals after its title defense ended with […] The post Thunder was historically dominant in NBA championship season. Sam Presti predicts a better team in future appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sam Presti teases Thunder’s special Russell Westbrook honor after retirement
Russell Westbrook is almost the consensus choice for the best player in Oklahoma City Thunder history. Westbrook’s MVP, both of his scoring titles, two of his three assist titles, and eight of his nine All-Star nods came with the team that he started his career with. A magnificent career that was spent predominantly with the […] The post Sam Presti teases Thunder’s special Russell Westbrook honor after retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Will Thunder ownership actually pay to keep roster together? Sam Presti is making no promises
The Oklahoma City Thunder already felt the financial consequences of maintaining an expensive championship roster this offseason, and general manager Sam Presti is not making any guarantees that ownership will continue spending whatever it takes to keep the team’s core together. Oklahoma City committed massive contracts to its stars following its 2025 NBA championship. Shai […] The post Will Thunder ownership actually pay to keep roster together? Sam Presti is making no promises appeared fir...
Oklahoma City Thunder 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the upcoming year with the same top players, but significant turnover across the rest of the roster. Saving money remained a focal point of the OKC offseason. Luguentz Dort, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Branden Carlson are all gone. The Thunder are relying on a new group of talent to […] The post Oklahoma City Thunder 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
GM Sam Presti 2026-27 Preseason Media Availability | Full Press Conference | OKC Thunder
Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti speaks with media ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season. Subscribe To Thunder YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BvOjg9 Follow Our Social Media! ⤵️ Website: https://www.nba.com/thunder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/okcthunder/ X: https://twitter.com/okcthunder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okcthunder/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/okcthunder TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@okcthunder Threads: https://www.threads.net/@okcthu...
Ranking the Thunder's rookie-contract contributors heading into 2026-27
The Oklahoma City Thunder have one of the deepest young cores in the NBA. How do they stack up against each other?
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