The Mavericks completed a fourth-quarter comeback to eliminate the Thunder in one of the best games of the 2024 NBA Playoffs.
Kyle Irving
Josh Giddey no longer seems to fit with the Oklahoma City Thunder's long-term plan. Here are five landing spots for the Australian wing.
Jake Uitti
Here's a snapshot of the situation that faces the Thunder this offseason.
Gilbert McGregor
Everything you need to know about the second-round NBA Playoff series between the Thunder and Mavericks.
Jared Greenspan
Here is everything you need to know about Thunder vs. Mavericks, including TV and streaming options for the game.
We look back at our NBA Prop-A-Shot live betting blog for Wednesday night, which highlighted bets and props pregame and during the live window of Mavs-Thunder in OKC.
Sloan Piva
Sporting News highlights the best NBA playoff bets for Wednesday, including a Mavs' first-quarter prop, the Cavs against the spread, and a Derrick White UNDER that has hit three straight times.
Find out how to watch Game 5 between the Thunder and Mavericks.
Zain Bando
Sporting News' betting team highlights the best bets for Monday's NBA playoff doubleheader, highlighted by the Celtics, Thunder, and a can't-miss Derrick White player prop.
Time, TV schedule, live stream for Game 4 of NBA Playoffs series between the Thunder and Mavericks.
Isaiah Lucas
Sporting News' betting team highlights the best bets for Saturday's NBA playoff action, highlighted by the Thunder, Celtics and a can't-miss Jalen Williams player prop.
Time, TV schedule, live stream for Game 3 of NBA Playoffs series between the Thunder and Mavericks.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander owns one of basketball's most straightforward nicknames. Broadcasters around the world can rejoice in such a fact.
David Suggs
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is beloved by many for his on-court contributions, but he also won over fans with his positive view on playing in the NBA.
Anthony Pasciolla
When the "Inside the NBA" crew announced Nikola Jokic as the 2024 NBA MVP, Shaq was not happy.
The Thunder already made history with their youth. Can they do it again by winning a championship?
Dan Treacy
Here's everything you need to know to watch Game 1 between the Thunder and Mavericks on Tuesday night, including the start time, TV channel and live stream options.
Here's everything you need to know for the Thunder vs. Mavericks series in the 2024 NBA Playoffs.
Stephen Noh
TSN's Steph Noh details why LeBron James makes perfect sense as a Thunder free-agent pickup.
Here are the top moneyline, spread, over/under and player prop bets for Monday's NBA playoff triple-header, highlighted by the Nuggets, Thunder and a Jayson Tatum UNDER.
Here's a complete guide to watching Game 4 between the Thunder and Pelicans in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, including the TV channel and live stream options.
Todd Karpovich
Artificial intelligence is becoming more advanced by the day. Can AI correctly predict each 2024 NBA playoff series and the eventual champion?
Updated scores, results and bracket for 2024 NBA Playoffs first-round series between Thunder, Pelicans.
Here's a complete guide to watching Game 2 between the Thunder and Pelicans in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, including the TV channel and live stream options.
The Thunder made a tradition out of barking during their race to the Western Conference's No. 1 seed. Here is how that tradition came to be.
Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren made history Sunday in his NBA playoffs debut. C Jackson Cowart details how OKC's rising star added his name to a legendary list in Game 1.
C Jackson Cowart
We analyze the Thunder vs. Pelicans series in the opening round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, assessing the odds and uncovering our best bets and top props for the best-of-seven showdown.
Time, TV schedule, live stream for Game 1 of 2024 NBA Playoffs series between Thunder, Pelicans
Jalen Williams isn't just a fun young player with a lot of potential. He's a star who's ready to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder on a deep run through the NBA playoffs.
Daniel Olinger
Thunder star Chet Holmgren missed his entire rookie season with a foot injury but bounced back to play all 82 games in 2023-24.
An exciting year for NBA fans greatly benefited the league, setting numerous all-time records in attendance, sellouts and more.
Thanks to Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, there will be a photo finish atop the Western Conference standings.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of Friday night's game between the Bucks and Thunder.
Here are the playoff scenarios and seeding possibilities for the Thunder entering the final week of the regular season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP campaign has been put on hold due to a quad injury.
Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault said Biyombo was "laughing and joking" in the locker room following his collapse.
Edward Sutelan
The Thunder are battling for the No. 1 spot in the Western Conference, while the Lakers are just looking to stay in the playoff race when the teams meet on Monday, March 6 in Los Angeles.
Here's what needs to happen for SGA to win the league's most prestigious hardware.
Oklahoma City will look to keep rolling in the Western Conference when the Thunder they play at Dallas on Saturday, Feb. 10. The teams were already involved in a trade with one another leading up to the game with the Thunder acquiring a 2028 pick swap from the Mavericks in exchange for a 2024 first-round draft pick.
Todd Kapovich
Oklahoma City will take on the expensive veteran and add key depth in the team's frontcourt.
Edwards criticized the officiating as "terrible" and said the referees ignored fouls against Minnesota.
With the race to Rookie of the Year not slowing down soon, here's a look at key stats to know in the ROY debate.
The Blazers coach wanted a timeout in his team's game against the Thunder. Instead, he received two technicals.
Here is a complete guide to watching Thunder vs. Spurs, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the Wednesday night NBA game.
Chet and Wemby are both having incredible rookie years. Who do the various media voters have as the favorite to win the ROTY award at the midpoint of the season?
The Newport Beach Police Department has closed its investigation into Josh Giddey.
Benyam Kidane
The Big Aristotle waxed poetic about OKC's franchise player, making an eye-opening claim in the process.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shocked the world last year when he launched into the MVP discussion as a late sleeper. Now he's a leading candidate — and quite possibly the best bet. Here's why.
In less than five years, the Thunder franchise has found a way to shock the basketball world at all stops.
In addition to being a relentless driver and midrange assassin, there's one thing in particular the Thunder do that makes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander so difficult to defend in pick-and-rolls.
Scott Rafferty
As dominant as OKC's performance was, it's not the biggest blowout in league history. Here's where the 62-point rout lands on the list of all-time dominant performances.
Here's how the similarity in their names — and numbers — disrupted what would have been an otherwise routine outing.
The Thunder have arrived, and they are legitimate championship contenders.
Here's what you need to know about the allegations surrounding Giddey and the latest on the NBA's investigation.
Why did the Thunder trade Sengun to the Rockets and what did they get in return for him?
Chet Holmgren has been the best rookie through the first quarter of the season. Here's why the Thunder big man is looking like a future All-Star.
Here's The Sporting News' attempt to decode what exactly "54 from treball is odee shooting hang pulls" means.
Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren are two of the most exciting young big men in the game. They've already faced off a number of times. Here's the history behind their rivalry.
How long could the Thunder be without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Here's the latest news on his injury.
Josh Giddey would be far from the first NBA player to not like their nickname.
Here is everything you need to know about Pelicans vs Thunder, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Jordan Greer
Here's why TSN's Scott Rafferty believes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will lead the NBA in scoring this season.
There is no one else throwing sideline out of bounds passes at Josh Giddey's level.
Holmgren could earn top billing in this rookie's rookie class because of the way the league qualifies first-year players.
The two rookies put on a show in their first preseason outing — a taste of what's to come from the next generation of great NBA big men.
After fans got a first look at Victor Wembanyama during Summer League action in Las Vegas, San Antonio's No. 1 overall pick is set to make his preseason debut
It's tough to envision a scenario in which Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fulfill their maximum potential together.
D'Angelo Russell reserved high praise for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during a recent appearance on the "Pat Bev Pod."
The Las Vegas Summer League always gives us our first chance to watch rookies suit up with their new teams. What are the must-see matchups at this year's showcase?
Giddey is feeling extremely confident in his teammate's chances to take home the trophy.
After nearly a year on the sidelines, Chet Holmgren made a successful return to the court at Salt Lake City Summer League.
The 21-year-old is set to return to competitive action at this year's Summer League after nearly a year on the sidelines.
Sam Jarden
Will Holmgren be ready to play in Summer League games? Here are the latest updates on the 21-year-old's status.
The Sporting News has the full rosters for all four participating teams in this year's Salt Lake City NBA Summer League.
Vasilije Micic is close to coming over to the NBA. How good could he be, and where could he end up?
LeBron James has said that he wants to play with his son Bronny, who will likely be drafted somewhere in the 2024 lottery. Here are the teams with the best chance at having a pick in that range.
Here is everything you need to know about the Thunder's night at the draft.
Arkansas freshman Anthony Black is a 6-7 playmaking point guard who has drawn comparisons to Aussie star Josh Giddey, and the 19-year-old is buying into that hype.
The Nuggets engaged in a surprising trade of draft picks during the NBA Finals. Here are details of their trade with the Thunder:
Zac Al-Khateeb
How to watch the Timberwolves and Thunder in the play-in tournament.
Kevin Skiver
You've probably heard how calling Thunder games is now a broadcaster's worst nightmare. This is why.
Here's what you need to know about T-Wolves vs. Thunder in the final game of the play-in, including start time and broadcast information.
The winner of Timberwolves vs. Thunder will claim the No. 8 seed in the West and a first-round date with the No. 1 seed Nuggets.
The 9-seed Pelicans and 10-seed Thunder took different routes to get here, but it all comes down to their meeting in the first round of the NBA Play-In Tournament.
Two of the West's most exciting up-and-comers go head-to-head as the 9-seed Pelicans host the 10-seed Thunder on Wednesday.
The Pelicans emerged from the Play-In Tournament to qualify for the NBA Playoffs last year. Can they do it again against a young and feisty Thunder squad?
Here's everything we know about Gilgeous-Alexander's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
We break down Thursday night's Thunder-Clippers matchup, providing our best bet and favorite player prop bet for this marquee matchup in the Western Conference.
Jovan Alford
We break down Thursday night's Thunder-Raptors matchup, providing our best bet and favorite player prop bet for this contest.
The Suns' trade deadline acquisition Kevin Durant has been sidelined since Jan. 8 with a knee injury.
Joseph Corr
Josh Giddey was turning heads at All-Star Weekend, from his off-court fashion to his performance in the Rising Stars Challenge.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar published an article on his Substack to clear the air on his feelings toward LeBron James breaking the all-time scoring record.
LeBron James let a four-letter word slip on the mic while Drake offered up an odd tribute. Add in the subdued embrace with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and it was quite the scene on the floor in Los Angeles
Micah Adams
The Sporting News provided live updates from a historic night for LeBron James and the NBA.
It was a night of celebration at Crypto.com Arena as LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record for the most points in NBA history.
As LeBron James pursues Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time scoring record, will he be available for Tuesday's game against the Thunder?
As LeBron James gets closer to breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's scoring record, ticket prices are soaring for Lakers games.
Marcus Smart was tossed from the game after receiving his second technical foul of the night.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander might not have entered the 2022-23 season as a household name, but the Thunder guard has quickly proven himself to be one of the NBA's rising stars.
During Monday's edition of "First Take," the ESPN analyst made a comment about Ibaka's age that the Bucks forward clearly didn't appreciate.
The talent pool is growing rapidly in the NBA but there are still only 24 roster spots on the All-Star team. Which young players on the rise could make their first All-Star appearance this season?
Damian Lillard added another franchise record to his resume, passing Clyde Drexler for No. 1 on the franchise's all-time scoring charts.
Ja Morant and his teammates were stunned by the referee's decision.
It's admittedly tough to call Gilgeous-Alexander the most clutch player in the league when the Thunder are only 11-16 this season, but they'd be the worst team in the league without his heroics.
Doncic is one of only two players in the NBA currently averaging more points per game (33.1) than Gilgeous-Alexander (31.2).
How impressive was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's late-game heroics against Washington? Let's break it down.
In the second quarter of the Celtics' game against the Thunder, Jayson Tatum was in disbelief as he picked up a technical foul.
The Celtics rallied in the second half to pull off the comeback win over the Thunder at home and extend their win streak to seven games.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been one of the best players in the NBA this season. Better defense and a continued dedication to driving the ball are the main causes behind his rise.
The Celtics look to extend their win streak to seven games when they host the 6-7 Thunder at TD Garden.
Nikola Jokic pulled the strings for the Nuggets, notching his 79th career triple-double as they held off a spirited comeback from the Thunder, securing a 122-110 win on the road.
Here's everything we know about Holmgren's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
Here's everything we know about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
Will the Nuggets' healthy roster put them at the top, or will the new-look Timberwolves hit their stride and shake up the division standings?
Maccabi Ra'anana's date with the Clippers marks the first time since 2019 that an international club faces an NBA team.
To better understand Chet Holmgren's injury, The Sporting News reached out to medical expert Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, Texas.
Thunder star and 2022 No. 2 overall pick Chet Holmgren has been ruled out for his entire rookie season due to a Lisfranc injury.
The No. 2 overall pick will miss the entirety of the 2022-23 season, postponing his rookie debut to the 2023-24 campaign.
With the announcement of the 2022-23 NBA schedule, we're one step closer to seeing the 2022 rookie class take the floor.
The top two picks in the 2022 NBA Draft teamed up at Jamal Crawford's CrawsOver, combining for 84 points as they led the Sonics to victory.
Of everyone on the Thunder's roster, Giddey stands to gain the most from the Thunder hiring Chip Engelland.
Here's everything you need to know to watch NBA Summer League action, including the start time and TV channel for each game.
Nick Metallinos
Who is the backcourt of the future? In an attempt to sift through the league's young guard pairings, The Sporting News ranked the best young starting backcourts in the NBA.
As a pass-first point guard, Josh Giddey couldn't be happier to add a big man like Chet Holmgren on his Oklahoma City Thunder squad.
The Sporting News has everything you need to know to watch NBA Summer League action, including the start time and TV channel for each game.
As rosters begin to shape out for next season, which franchise has the best young core for the future?
With all 30 teams in action, the biggest names from the 2022 NBA Draft are set to take the floor, including top three picks Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren and Jabari Smith Jr.
Top-five picks Chet Holmgren and Keegan Murray have made their mark on Summer League so far.
Chet Holmgren put forth a solid effort on Wednesday, but he was bullied at times by Kenny Lofton Jr.
Jacob Camenker
Holmgren put up a ridiculous stat line of 23 points (7-of-9 shooting), seven rebounds, six blocks, four assists and one steal in only 24 minutes of play.
Between his lanky frame and his versatile game, Thunder fans seem thrilled about their new acquisition.
The Salt Lake City Summer League tips off on Tuesday, July 5 with the Jazz, Thunder, Grizzlies, and 76ers in action.
A 7-footer who can protect the rim at a high level and step out to the 3-point line, Chet Holmgren is perhaps the most unique player in the 2022 NBA Draft.
The Salt Lake City Summer League tips off on Tuesday, July 5.
Ananth Pandian
The 2022 NBA Draft has come and gone. Which franchise had the most successful draft night?
Where does Oklahoma City land in the draft order? Here is everything you need to know ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft.
The Thunder are in desperate need of talent in the frontcourt, with plenty of top-end talent available in the 2022 NBA Draft.
ESPN's insider might already have locked in the Orlando, Oklahoma City and Houston picks.
Purdue guard Jaden Ivey fits a mold of dynamic athlete that basically hasn't failed in the past two decades of NBA competition.
Mike DeCourcy
The 2022 NBA Draft has more than a handful of guards worth knowing ahead of draft night.
Prior to Tuesday, the Thunder's starting unit vs. the Trail Blazers had combined to make 63 starts in the NBA.
Here is a guide to everything you need to know about the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery, including the TV channel, start time and every team's percentage odds to win the No. 1 overall pick.
The Thunder are still very much in the beginning stages of a rebuild, but they have a star in the making in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
The Grizzlies and Thunder both took to the court rocking their white uniforms, causing plenty of confusion at tip-off.
Thunder rookie Josh Giddey has taken the NBA by storm over the past week, and his play has caught the eye of arguably the greatest player of all time in LeBron James.
Josh Giddey became the youngest player in NBA history to record back-to-back triple-doubles, achieving the feat in his Madison Square Garden debut.
Grab your popcorn, folks, because the Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons feud that has been simmering for years could become must-see TV. Following Simmons' trade to Brooklyn, Embiid has been not so subtle in his digs towards his former teammate.
Winners of eight in a row, the Warriors look to continue their run as the league's hottest team when they visit the Thunder on Monday night.
According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the Wizards duo had to be separated by teammates after a scuffle heading towards the locker room.
At 19 years and 84 days, Josh Giddey etched his name into the record books, becoming the youngest player ever to record a triple-double.
Devin Booker tied a career-high with six 3-pointers made, and finished the night with 38 points, seven rebounds and five assists as the Suns got back in the win column with a 115 - 97 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Kevin Durant already owns a number of Christmas Day records and stands to earn a few more.
Yash Matange
The two rebuilding franchises dueled it in Oklahoma City and provided one of the craziest endings in the league's regular-season history. The 113-110 final score far from tells the complete story.
The Oklahoma City Thunder traded away both Russell Westbrook and Paul George during the summer of 2019 signaling a rebuild. And years later, GM Sam Presti has the team on the right path in its rebuild.
One member of the Sporting News staff created a team made up of six players — a starting five and sixth man — who are outplaying their current contracts.
Cade Cunningham and Josh Giddey both stand at 6-foot-8, representing the new school of big playmakers in the NBA.
The Grizzlies defeated the Thunder by 73 points on Thursday, the largest margin of victory in NBA history.
The Celtics have now won seven of their past 10 games, with Jayson Tatum finding his offensive rhythm with three-straight 30+ point games.
The Los Angeles Lakers collapsed against the Oklahoma City Thunder for the second time in a week. After the latest loss, the team is searching for answers as Anthony Davis suffers an injury scare.
Kane Pitman
The league average in field goal percentage is lower than its been to this point in the season in the last four years. Is the new Wilson ball the reason?
Carlan Gay
"You have to finish the job, regardless of who you're playing," Worthy said.
When ejected, Westbrook had a triple-double to his name with 20 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists - his first as a Laker and the 185th of his career. However, along with those numbers, he was also responsible for 10 of the team's 17 turnovers, helping him extend his unenvious quadruple-double record.
Since the 2019 offseason, the Thunder have been in the business of acquiring as many future draft picks as possible after trading away two All-Stars in Paul George and Russell Westbrook. How many draft picks do they have over the next five years?
What is the status of James ahead of Wednesday night's Western Conference matchup?
Last season, three of the five Northwest Division teams were part of the Western Conference playoff picture while the latter two were right at the bottom of the conference. How will things shape out for the division in the NBA's 75th anniversary season?
With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.
The center claims he lost out on $58 million based off advice he received from Paul, exacerbated by the latter's failure to adequately represent him.
The Thunder have ridiculous draft capital over the next seven years. Here's how many picks Oklahoma City has, and how it acquired them.
Kemba Walker is no longer with the Celtics. They traded him and this year's first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for a package featuring Al Horford.
The first half of Atlanta-OKC was one of the worst uniform matchups you'll ever see.
Tom Gatto
Sunday's game between the Philadelphia and Oklahoma will not go ahead as scheduled.
Stats Perform News
Houston did not have enough available players to face the Thunder.
Dan Bernstein
The Rockets and the NBA are trying to determine the recency of the video.
Joe Rivera
Golden State and Oklahoma City, for so long on-court rivals, pulled off a deal that seems to make sense for both parties.
The Thunder are set up to be loaded with young talent by the mid-2020s.
A combination of talented players already in tow and future draft picks make this group of teams most likely to break through for a deep playoff run from 2022 onward.
NBA Draft trade rights often lead to prospects wearing the "wrong" hat on draft night. That'll be the case for whoever the Blazers take for the Rockets at pick 16 and whoever the Lakers pick for the Thunder at No. 28 in 2020.
Billy Heyen
Chris Paul has reportedly been traded to the Suns, giving Phoenix a future Hall of Famer at point guard to compete in the Western Conference while the Thunder continue to load up on youth and draft picks.
The deal should be finalized on Monday at noon, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
One way to assure Giannis Antetokounmpo the Bucks are firmly in win-now mode? Acquire Chris Paul.
Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2020 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.
After five seasons in charge, the former college coach is looking for work.
Dejan Kalinic
James Harden struggled up against Lu Dort on Wednesday but then came up with a play he ranks as one of his very best to win Game 7.
Ben Spratt
Paul has a history with Foster that reared its ugly head again in Oklahoma City's Game 7 loss to Houston on Tuesday.
It certainly wasn't pretty, but the Rockets figured out a way to win Wednesday night's Game 7 against the Thunder.
Here's the complete bracket for the 2020 NBA playoffs, including start times, TV channels and scores for every game.
Paul continued his clutch ways in Game 6, leading the Thunder to a 104-100 victory over the Rockets.
Westbrook returned from a quad injury but wasn't asked for much production in a 114-80 Houston win.
The NBA united behind the Bucks, leaving NBPA president Chris Paul proud.
The NBA — amid reports that other teams would follow Milwaukee's example and sit out — announced it would postpone Wednesday's remaining games.
The Thunder point guard also called for his fellow professional players to get registered to vote.
LeBron James moved ahead of MJ and the Big Fundamental as he erupted against Portland.
Sacha Pisani
Here's what happens when Stats Perform simulates the 2020 NBA playoffs. And it is good news for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Here is a complete TV schedule to watch NBA games on Saturday, Aug. 1 during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for the national broadcasts on ESPN.
Tadd Haislop
Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.
Dom Farrell
Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.
NBA Twitter is confident Paul will report all violations as quickly as possible.
