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JJ Redick praised the Thunder's defense, but some believe he's playing mind games.
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Lakers’ Rui Hachimura draws ‘Japanese Michael Jordan’ comp from Chet Holmgren
Rui Hachimura got a memorable nickname from Oklahoma City Thunder star Chet Holmgren following his great performance in the Los Angeles Lakers’ series win over the Houston Rockets. Hachimura is going through the seventh season of his career, his fourth with the Lakers. He has been in the playoffs five times as Los Angeles has […] The post Lakers’ Rui Hachimura draws ‘Japanese Michael Jordan’ comp from Chet Holmgren appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren admires LeBron James’ longevity before Lakers series
For the first time in his four-year career, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren will face Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James in the playoffs. The Thunder will most likely be without Jalen Williams for the best-of-7 series opener. Ahead of Game 1, Holmgren commended James’ 23-year career and the fact that he’s still playing […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren admires LeBron James’ longevity before Lakers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
LeBron James Gets Blunt Message From Chet Holmgren Before Lakers-Thunder Series
Chet Holmgren praised LeBron James’ age-defying focus before Lakers-Thunder, with Luka Doncics injury timeline still unclear. The post LeBron James Gets Blunt Message From Chet Holmgren Before Lakers-Thunder Series appeared first on HEAVY.
How Deandre Ayton tapped into ‘biggest dude’ mentality to eliminate Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder following their 98-78 Game 6 win against the Houston Rockets. A big reason for why the Lakers advanced in the playoffs was Deandre Ayton outplaying the Rockets’ frontcourt. Following the Lakers’ Game 6 win against the Rockets, Deandre Ayton spoke […] The post How Deandre Ayton tapped into ‘biggest dude’ mentality to eliminate Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jalen Green Reveals Offseason Plans After Early Playoff Exit
The Phoenix Suns were the first team to get eliminated from the 2026 NBA Playoffs. They were swept by the defending NBA champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, on Monday’s Game 4 in Phoenix.The Suns kept it competitive the entire night, with Devin Booker scoring 24 points and dishing out six assists. Jalen Green and Dillon […] The post Jalen Green Reveals Offseason Plans After Early Playoff Exit appeared first on HEAVY.
Devin Booker Makes His Opinion of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Very Clear
Elite players recognize elite players. Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker knows greatness when he sees it. Booker and the Suns saw their season end Monday at Mortgage Matchup Center. The defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated them with a 131-122 victory in Game 4, completing a ...
Lakers Get Major SGA Warning After Thunder Sweep Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers can see the second round from where they are standing. They are not there yet. The Western Conference picture is coming into focus. Los Angeles still has work to do before joining it.A 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets felt comfortable before Sunday. Game 4’s 115-96 loss added weight to […] The post Lakers Get Major SGA Warning After Thunder Sweep Suns appeared first on HEAVY.
Thunder’s first round win streak hits incredible mark after sweeping Suns
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder cruise their way to the Western Conference semifinals after making solid work of the Phoenix Suns in a four-game sweep during the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs on Monday night. The Thunder have been remarkable since making their grand return to the playoffs since 2024. They […] The post Thunder’s first round win streak hits incredible mark after sweeping Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder complete sweep on Suns in Game 4
The Oklahoma City Thunder could not have dreamed up of a better start to their title defense in the 2026 NBA playoffs. Heavily favored against the shorthanded Phoenix Suns, the Thunder scarcely made any mistakes on their way to completing a 4-0 series sweep after claiming a 131-122 victory over the Suns on Monday night […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder complete sweep on Suns in Game 4 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder vs. Suns 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 4 prediction, odds, pick
We’re back with another prediction and pick for this upcoming Western Conference First Round matchup as the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Phoenix Suns, up 3-0 in the series and looking for the NBA Playoffs’ first sweep. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the Thunder-Suns prediction and pick. The Oklahoma City Thunder took Game 3 on […] The post Thunder vs. Suns 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 4 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chet Holmgren still can’t believe Thunder landed Ajay Mitchell in 2024 NBA Draft
PHOENIX — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren gave Ajay Mitchell his flowers after the second-year guard started in place of an injured Jalen Williams in Game 3 against the Suns. Before the first-round best-of-7 series shifted to Phoenix, Jalen Williams was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Mitchell, who started in the past for […] The post Chet Holmgren still can’t believe Thunder landed Ajay Mitchell in 2024 NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Big Men Who Could Climb the Most This Summer
Big men are back. Not in the old-school sense. Not post-ups every trip. But in fantasy terms, they are swinging leagues again. That is especially true this NBA offseason. So the fantasy basketball big men conversation is already taking shape. Roles are opening. Rotations are shifting. Teams are ...
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren flips Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s love right back on him
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says it’s no coincidence that the defending champions have clinched the No. 1 seed every season where Chet Holmgren was available. After a 120-107 Game 2 victory, Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander gave Holmgren his flowers. Oklahoma City took a 2-0 lead in its first-round, best-of-7 series. After reporters […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren flips Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s love right back on him appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chet Holmgren Has Priceless Reaction to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Bold Praise After Game 2 Win
In a recent post-game interview, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praised Chet Holmgren for his outstanding defensive contributions to the team's success. Holmgren responded to the praise with a hilarious facial expression
Kendrick Perkins makes bold Victor Wembanyama prediction
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was recently named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year in a unanimous decision. Wembanyama is only in his third season in the NBA, and the future looks very bright for the Spurs’ big man. Kendrick Perkins recently spoke about Wembanyama’s defensive play, and he even predicted that Wembanyama … The post Kendrick Perkins makes bold Victor Wembanyama prediction appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
NBA Head of Referee Operations Gets Brutally Exposed as Past Favoritism Allegations Resurface
NBA ref chief Albert Sanders Jr. faces favoritism claims as old pro-Lakers, Thunder, Heat tweets resurface, fueling officiating bias debate.
Suns vs. Thunder Post-Game Stats: OKC Takes Comfortable 2-0 Lead Over Phoenix
Despite the Suns outscoring OKC 20–4, the Thunder closed Game 2 with a 120-107 win and walked away with a 2–0 series advantage.
Rudy Gobert called out awards voters after shutting down Nikola Jokic
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert had some words for the media after what he felt was his snub in Defensive Player of the Year consideration. Gobert was not named one of the top three finalists for the award this season, which he has won four times in his career. He responded with a statement defensive … The post Rudy Gobert called out awards voters after shutting down Nikola Jokic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Rare opportunity for Thunder to reshape roster hinges on draft trade
The Oklahoma City Thunder have a major opportunity to land a big draft pick ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft this season, which will garner plenty of intrigue this summer. Oklahoma City is in the middle of a remarkable period, making the playoffs for the third consecutive year. Not only that, but they are also […] The post Rare opportunity for Thunder to reshape roster hinges on draft trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Scottie Barnes Finished 5th in NBA Defensive Player of the Year Voting
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes finished fifth in the voting for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award. The NBA officially announced on Monday that San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama won the 2025-2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year award. He was a unanimous winner, with all 100 first-place votes coming his way, […] The post Scottie Barnes Finished 5th in NBA Defensive Player of the Year Voting appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein reveals 2 biggest areas of improvement for Chet Holmgren in 2025-26
In only his second season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, starting center Isaiah Hartenstein saw Chet Holmgren’s gains first-hand. Earning his first All-Star selection, Holmgren emerged as a DPOY candidate in 2025-26. For Hartenstein, it all started in the offseason, where the two 7-footers spent plenty of days working out together. Ahead of defending the […] The post Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein reveals 2 biggest areas of improvement for Chet Holmgren in 2025-26 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Victor Wembanyama Becomes First Unanimous DPOY in NBA History
Victor Wembanyama is no stranger to breaking records, and he now stands alone in NBA history with his latest achievement.On Monday, the San Antonio Spurs star was voted the 2025-26 Defensive Player of the Year. He is the first unanimous winner of the award in NBA history.Wembanyama, who led the league in each of his […] The post Victor Wembanyama Becomes First Unanimous DPOY in NBA History appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Victor Wembanyama makes more NBA history with latest award
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is really living up to his “Alien” nickname. On Sunday, Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals round. Wembanyama scored 35 points, the most ever in a playoff debut for a Spurs player in franchise … The post Victor Wembanyama makes more NBA history with latest award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.