Tag: Oklahoma City Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder have made significant roster changes, signing first-round draft picks Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz to multi-year contracts. They also added guards Josh Dix and Otega Oweh, along with returning forward Brooks Barnhizer, on two-way contracts. These moves enhance the team's depth and further their talent development strategies.

The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired the draft rights to guard Otega Oweh, the 41st pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, from the Miami Heat in exchange for Ryan Conwell, the 37th pick. Oweh, a standout at the University of Kentucky, averaged 18.6 points and was an All-SEC Second Team selection.

On June 23, 2026, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected center Aday Mara with the 12th pick and acquired guard Bennett Stirtz at 16th from Memphis. Mara, a standout from Michigan, averaged 12.1 points and was awarded Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, while Stirtz averaged 19.8 points and gained All-American recognition.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been awarded the Michael Jordan Trophy as the 2025-26 NBA Most Valuable Player. This marks his second consecutive MVP title, making him the 14th player to do so. He averaged 31.1 points and led the Thunder to a 64-18 record.

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Continental Resources have announced a 15-year naming rights partnership for the new Continental Coliseum, set to open in late summer 2028. This collaboration reflects a commitment to community investment, emphasizing education and literacy initiatives, while the arena will host various events, enhancing Oklahoma City’s cultural landscape.

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Sacramento Kings 113-99, improving their record to an NBA-best 15-1 with a seventh straight win. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 33 points, supported by Chet Holmgren and Lu Dort. The Kings suffered their seventh consecutive loss. The Thunder will next face the Utah Jazz.

In a decisive 114-100 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, including crucial late-game efforts. The Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 19-point deficit, rallying in the second half with a 63-38 scoring advantage. This win improves their record to 10-1, marking 14 straight victories against Memphis.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 127-108 win over the Washington Wizards, scoring 31 points and maintaining a perfect 6-0 record. Ajay Mitchell added 20 points, while the defense forced 22 turnovers. Off-court concerns include rookie Nikola Topic's cancer diagnosis and injuries to key players.

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Dallas Mavericks 101-94, improving to a 4-0 record. Isaiah Hartenstein played a key role with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 23 points, while the Mavericks' Anthony Davis scored 26. Oklahoma City dominated the paint, outscoring Dallas 68-36.

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a 117-100 victory over the depleted Atlanta Hawks, improving to 3-0 this season. Chet Holmgren led with 31 points and 12 rebounds, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 30 points. The Hawks, missing three starters, fell behind after a close first half, suffering their second home defeat.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams to multi-year contract extensions, reinforcing their commitment to their championship-winning core. Holmgren has emerged as a pivotal player, while Williams excelled during the 2024-25 season, achieving significant individual accolades. Both players are key to the Thunder's future success.

The Oklahoma City Thunder has signed guard Ajay Mitchell to a multi-year contract, according to Executive Vice President Sam Presti. During his rookie season, Mitchell played 36 games, averaging 6.5 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 16.6 minutes, with shooting percentages of 49.5% and 38.3% from three-point range.