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Thunder Still ‘Need’ Jalen Williams Despite Ajay Mitchell Breakout
Ajay Mitchell helped the Thunder sweep the Lakers, but Locked On Thunder says OKC still needs Jalen Williams back for its title push. The post Thunder Still ‘Need’ Jalen Williams Despite Ajay Mitchell Breakout appeared first on HEAVY.
How Ajay Mitchell emerged as Thunder’s breakout starter
Without any guarantee of establishing a role, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Ajay Mitchell with the 38th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Less than two years later, Mitchell helped the Thunder sweep the second round against the Los Angeles Lakers. Scoring 18+ points in all four outings, including a playoff career-high 28 points […] The post How Ajay Mitchell emerged as Thunder’s breakout starter appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters
There is no doubt that the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA. The defending champions have yet to lose in the 2026 NBA playoffs, but their successes have led to a lot of hate. The team has been villainized, and soon-to-be back-to-back MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, in particular, has been heavily criticized […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is Jalen Wiliams returning from injury for Game 4 vs. Lakers as Thunder go for sweep?
The Oklahoma City Thunder will look to stay unblemished in the playoffs and complete a sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in their second-round series. The Thunder will take on the Lakers in Game 4 at Crypto.com on Monday. The Thunder eliminated the Phoenix Suns in four games in the first round. Even without Jalen […] The post Is Jalen Wiliams returning from injury for Game 4 vs. Lakers as Thunder go for sweep? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Teams That Could Quietly Become Fantasy Goldmines
Every fantasy season has them: The teams that do not get much preseason hype, but by January you realize half your roster is coming from the same place. That is not random. It is structure. It is opportunity. It is coaching. It is timing. Fantasy basketball goldmines are usually built quietly ...
Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Playoff Performers Whose Value Is About to Skyrocket
The postseason always tells you more than the regular season if you’re paying attention. Rotations tighten. Roles get clearer. NBA coaches show who they trust. And for fantasy managers, that’s where the real edge lives. Fantasy basketball playoff performers are often hiding in plain sight during ...
Thunder Make Jalen Williams Announcement Before Lakers Game 4
Jalen Williams remains sidelined, but the Thunder can still eliminate LeBron James and a Luka Dončić-less Lakers team in Game 4. The post Thunder Make Jalen Williams Announcement Before Lakers Game 4 appeared first on HEAVY.
Good News For NBA Teams: OKC Thunder Fails To Get Top Pick In 2026 Draft
All 29 other NBA teams breathed a sigh of relief as the OKC Thunder did not get the top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. On Sunday’s NBA draft lottery, the Thunder was determined to have the 12th pick in the upcoming draft, their most likely position prior to the night. Before the lottery, they […] The post Good News For NBA Teams: OKC Thunder Fails To Get Top Pick In 2026 Draft appeared first on HEAVY.
Lakers Hit With More Brutal News After Devastating Game 3 Loss
I It has officially come to the worst for the Los Angeles Lakers. They are now in a 0-3 blackhole. The end of their season is hanging over them like a thick, fluffy cloud. It’s dim, growing darker and darker. The looks on the Lakers bench said it all as the final minutes of Saturday’s […] The post Lakers Hit With More Brutal News After Devastating Game 3 Loss appeared first on HEAVY.
SGA Drops Powerful Message as Thunder Take 3-0 Lead on Lakers
The Oklahoma City Thunder walked into Crypto.com Arena on Saturday night as the most complete team in the NBA playoffs. They had won their first six postseason games by an average margin of more than 17 points. They had done it with different players stepping up each night, rotating through a roster so deep that […] The post SGA Drops Powerful Message as Thunder Take 3-0 Lead on Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
Why Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn’t concerned about his stats after Game 3 win
In a league where superstars often obsess over their box scores and MVP narratives, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is proving to be a different breed. The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently steamrolling through the Western Conference, and following a 131-108 thumping of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3, SGA made it clear that he’s perfectly fine […] The post Why Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn’t concerned about his stats after Game 3 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell gets ‘gamer’ tag from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Game 3 win
The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently making the NBA playoffs look like a varsity-versus-JV scrimmage. After dismantling the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 on Friday night, OKC stayed perfect this postseason with a dominant 7-0 record. While the usual suspects did their thing, it was rookie Ajay Mitchell who stole the spotlight at Crypto.com Arena. Mitchell […] The post Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell gets ‘gamer’ tag from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Game 3 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Final Injury Report for Thunder-Lakers Game 3: Will Luke Doncic, Jalen Williams Play?
Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder may be without multiple key players in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals on Saturday.
Thunder Can Join Rare NBA History vs. Lakers With LeBron, Luka Questions Looming
The Thunder can move to 7-0 in the playoffs against the Lakers, but Game 3 comes with major injury and TV questions for fans. The post Thunder Can Join Rare NBA History vs. Lakers With LeBron, Luka Questions Looming appeared first on HEAVY.
Ajay Mitchell keeps it 100 about filling in for Jalen Williams’ role as Thunder starter
OKLAHOMA CITY — Since Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Game 2 of the defending champion’s first-round series against the Phoenix Suns, Ajay Mitchell has started in his place. Then, Mitchell thrived in coach Mark Daigneault’s starting lineup, following up a 15-point performance in Game 3 versus the Suns with […] The post Ajay Mitchell keeps it 100 about filling in for Jalen Williams’ role as Thunder starter appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is Jalen Williams playing tonight? Latest injury update for Lakers vs. Thunder, Game 2
The Thunder still haven't lost in the NBA Playoffs but they'll be tested again without their second-best player.
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams have perfect reaction to Jared McCain’s pull-up 3
The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their quest to defend their title as they hosted the Los Angeles Lakers at Paycom Center on Tuesday in Game 1 of their second-round series. The Thunder made light work of the Phoenix Suns in the opening round, and they would like to do it again against the Lakers. They […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams have perfect reaction to Jared McCain’s pull-up 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Final Injury Report for Lakers-Thunder Game 1: Will Luka Doncic, Jalen Williams Play?
Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder may be without one of their star players in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Tuesday.
Is Jalen Williams playing tonight? Latest injury update for Lakers vs. Thunder, Game 1
The Thunder kick things off against the Lakers tonight, but may have to battle without Jalen Williams.
Is Jalen Williams playing tonight? Thunder vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report
The Oklahoma City Thunder will look to kick off their second-round series vs. the Los Angeles Lakers on a high note on Tuesday. They will be without star guard Jalen Williams for Game 1. The Thunder ruled Williams out on Tuesday due to a left hamstring strain. Williams suffered the injury during Game 2 of […] The post Is Jalen Williams playing tonight? Thunder vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is Luka Doncic playing tonight? Lakers vs. Thunder 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report
The Los Angeles Lakers surprised everyone in the first round when they took down the Houston Rockets in six games. Even without Kevin Durant for nearly the whole series, everyone picked Houston to come out on top as the Lakers had to play most of the series without two of their best players in Luka […] The post Is Luka Doncic playing tonight? Lakers vs. Thunder 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder star Jalen Williams out Game 1 vs. Lakers
Star wing Jalen Williams has been ruled out in Game 1 against the Lakers due to a Grade 1 hamstring strain.
Lakers Dealing With Uncertainty After Thunder Injury Update
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without Luka Doncic for Game 1 of their second-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 27-year-old has not recovered from his Grade 2 left hamstring strain and is currently considered week-to-week. The Thunder, however, are also dealing with a significant ...