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Mark Daigneault gets brutally honest on hate towards Thunder amid success

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed the stark contrast between being an up-and-coming threat and embracing a villain role as defending champions. The Thunder captured its 60th regular-season win on Sunday, beating the Detroit Pistons 114-110 in overtime. Oklahoma City, 60-16, remains atop the Western Conference standings. After a 24-1 start, some predicted […] The post Mark Daigneault gets brutally honest on hate towards Thunder amid success appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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SGA highlights Jalen Williams’s importance in Thunder’s title repeat bid

OKLAHOMA CITY — After Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault highlighted Jalen Williams’ impact in Sunday’s 111-100 win against the New York Knicks, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reminded everyone of how important the All-NBA forward is. For a defending champion Thunder team in pursuit to win back-to-back titles, Williams’ return to form is crucial. Gilgeous-Alexander discussed Williams’ […] The post SGA highlights Jalen Williams’s importance in Thunder’s title repeat bid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Daigneault gives Thunder’s Jalen Williams his flowers after 11-point win vs. Knicks

OKLAHOMA CITY — In only his fourth game back from a hamstring injury, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams had his best scoring performance since, which didn’t come as a surprise for head coach Mark Daigneault. Amidst an extended absence, Williams shared what he learned about himself and his teammates following a 131-113 win against the […] The post Mark Daigneault gives Thunder’s Jalen Williams his flowers after 11-point win vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Celtics’ statement win sends a message to the rest of the Eastern Conference

In a showdown between two NBA champions, the Boston Celtics’ win against the Oklahoma City Thunder put the rest of the Eastern Conference on notice. With a completely healthy roster, the Thunder entered TD Garden in rare form, which led many to anticipate a win for the defending champions. Joe Mazzulla said the Celtics were […] The post The Celtics’ statement win sends a message to the rest of the Eastern Conference appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Jalen Williams learned about Thunder amidst injury setbacks

OKLAHOMA CITY — After a career-defining season that culimated in a championship and first career milestones most NBA players can only dream about in their third season, 2025-26 has been a frustrating season for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams. As Williams crosses the mental hurdles that comes with missing 45 of the Thunder’s previous […] The post What Jalen Williams learned about Thunder amidst injury setbacks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Daigneault’s encouraging take on Thunder Jalen Williams’ return from injury

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault likes what he’s seeing from Jalen Williams, who played in his third game since his second hamstring injury of 2025-26. With eight games left in the regular season, Williams is clearing mental hurdles in his return. He finished with 18 points, eight assists, six rebounds, […] The post Mark Daigneault’s encouraging take on Thunder Jalen Williams’ return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Jalen Williams reveals why he isn’t thinking about hamstring injury after return

OKLAHOMA CITY — In only his third game back from two right hamstring injuries, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is feeling closer to his old self. His 18 points, eight assists, six rebounds, and one steal helped the Thunder return to the win column in a 131-113 win against the Chicago Bulls. Oklahoma City […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams reveals why he isn’t thinking about hamstring injury after return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s keeps it 100 about Thunder holding onto No. 1 seed

BOSTON — The San Antonio Spurs are trailing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder by 2.0 games atop the Western Conference standings. Gilgeous-Alexander says the Thunder failed their test in a 119-109 loss to the Boston Celtics on Wednesday. Then, he reminded everyone of how important home court advantage was amidst Oklahoma City’s championship […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s keeps it 100 about Thunder holding onto No. 1 seed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s honest take on Jaylen Brown’s free-throw disparity

BOSTON — Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown’s free-throw disparity in Wednesday’s 119-109 loss at TD Garden. Two weeks removed from going 13-of-14 from the line in a two-point loss (104-102), Brown made 12-of-14 free-throw attempts to help snap a 12-game winning streak. Daigneault, in searching for answers, […] The post Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s honest take on Jaylen Brown’s free-throw disparity appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Mark Daigneault points finger at defense after Celtics loss

BOSTON — After a 119-109 loss on the road, which snapped a 12-game winning streak, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault gave the Boston Celtics all the credit for outplaying the defending champions on the road. Daigneault also addressed the Thunder’s second-half struggles against the Celtics, which helped keep the Thunder at bay in the […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault points finger at defense after Celtics loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Thunder’s ‘good energy’ is fueling Jalen Williams injury recovery

In only his 27th game of the regular season, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams returned from a hamstring injury in Monday’s 123-103 win against the Philadelphia 76ers. After missing the first 19 games of the regular season, Williams suffered two right hamstring injuries that kept him sidelined since February 11. With only 10 games left […] The post How Thunder’s ‘good energy’ is fueling Jalen Williams injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Mark Daigneault reveals key area Jared McCain has bought in following surprise trade

The Oklahoma City Thunder haven’t lacked depth while defending their title this season. Yet, general manager Sam Presti managed to add another impact bench piece in Jared McCain at the trade deadline. McCain has made an immediate impact while stepping into a reserve role following his trade from the Philadelphia 76ers. The 22-year-old turned in […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault reveals key area Jared McCain has bought in following surprise trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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