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Lakers’ Deandre Ayton opens up on what’s really fueling him vs. Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was instrumental in their inspired performance against the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. Ayton embraced his role and provided steadiness on both ends as they eliminated the Rockets. The Lakers are facing a daunting task against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, and […] The post Lakers’ Deandre Ayton opens up on what’s really fueling him vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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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 ...

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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.

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How Mark Daigneault, Thunder sent a message to title-contenders ahead of the playoffs

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault understands the depths of difficulty that come with winning an NBA championship. Hammering down lessons learned from the regular season are important, and so is momentum, which is undoubtedly on the Thunder’s side. All-NBA forward Jalen Williams is back and playing at a high level. Oklahoma City has […] The post How Mark Daigneault, Thunder sent a message to title-contenders ahead of the playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sam Presti’s strategy sets Thunder up for long-term success

The current CBA has been very punitive of the NBA’s biggest spenders, and this is meant to maintain a sense of parity around the association by de-incentivizing teams that stack their roster with All-Star talents. Now, one would think that the Oklahoma City Thunder will have their fair share of difficulties navigating this cap landscape […] The post Sam Presti’s strategy sets Thunder up for long-term success appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Oklahoma City Thunder remain the favorite to win the 2026 NBA championship. They have the likely winner of the 2026 NBA MVP award in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and their roster is getting a cleaner bill of health with each passing day. That is the only uncertain part of the Thunder’s title defense, as a few […] The post Thunder’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Detroit Pistons vs OKC Thunder Injury Report Revealed

The Monday night action between the Detroit Pistons and the Oklahoma City Thunder will miss some notable star power from one side. The game might be a back-to-back for the Oklahoma City Thunder, but they don’t seem to be planning for a rest night for healthy key players. Meanwhile, the Pistons are in a much […] The post Detroit Pistons vs OKC Thunder Injury Report Revealed appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Isaiah Hartenstein addresses Thunder teammate’s confidence amid shooting streak

Oklahoma City Thunder center Jaylin Williams is shooting at a 50% clip from beyond the 3-point arc in March, which undoubtedly hasn’t gone unnoticed by his teammates, including starting center Isaiah Hartenstein. Williams has made a combined eight threes in his last three outings. The Thunder’s depth stands out most for Jalen Williams, who says […] The post Isaiah Hartenstein addresses Thunder teammate’s confidence amid shooting streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Chet Holmgren playing tonight? Thunder vs. Bulls injury report

The Oklahoma City Thunder have managed to stay atop the Western Conference for the entire season despite the injuries they’ve dealt with throughout the season. They’re still dealing with them, as Chet Holmgren has popped up on the injury report with a right hip contusion ahead of their matchup against the Chicago Bulls. Holmgren has […] The post Is Chet Holmgren playing tonight? Thunder vs. Bulls injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Thunder’s regular-season setbacks yielded confidence

BOSTON — The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder will enter its matchup against the Boston Celtics with a healthy starting lineup on Wednesday. After Jalen Williams returned from a hamstring injury in Monday’s 123-103 win against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Thunder will look to extend a 12-game winning streak. With the league’s best record, 57-15, […] The post How Thunder’s regular-season setbacks yielded confidence appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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