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15 November 2025

• [Sports Illustrated] - OKC Thunder Rookie Finds Offensive Groove In G League
  Brooks Barnhizer waltzed into the Press Conference room in the bowels of the Paycom Center on Thursday night with both knees wrapped in ice and his hair still s
• [Roundtable: ThunderRoundtable] - Sam Presti Has Been Inducted Into The Oklahoma Hall of Fame
  Oklahoma's highest honor recognizes Sam Presti's championship leadership, weaving Thunder success into the state's very fabric beyond the basketball court.
• [Sports Illustrated] - What NBA Analysts Had to Say About OKC Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell
  Oklahoma City has had a handful of surprised to start the season. And some of that is due to extended opportunity with the team’s lengthy injury report. The exp
• [ClutchPoints] - 4 reasons why Thunder could surpass Warriors’ 73-win season
  Amid a 12-1 start, there are many reasons to believe the Oklahoma City Thunder will win 70+ games this season, building off its 68 wins in 2024-25, but will it surpass the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors’ 73-win record? The Thunder are on pace to win approximately 75 games, which is absurd for many reasons. For […] The post appeared first on .
• [Fansided: Thunderous Intentions] - In an era of fast-paced offense, the Thunder are slowing things down
  The OKC Thunder have slowed down in order to fast track their way to a potential dynasty.
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - Thunder GM Sam Presti inducted into Oklahoma Hall of Fame
  Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti inducted into Oklahoma Hall of Fame.
• [Last Word on Sports] - Thunder Poised To Land Luguentz Dort Replacement
  OKLAHOMA CITY — The keep winning at a historic pace. The defending champions opened 12-1 despite missing , their All-NBA selection last season. Their dominance already shapes the Western Conference, yet the franchise may still gain another edge. If standings hold, the thunder could secure one or two top-10 draft picks in 2026 adding another premium asset to the pipeline. Thunder Poised To Land Luguentz Dort Replacement, Tounde Yessoufou [caption id="attachment_165048" align="alignnone" width="640"] Oct 22, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Baylor's Tounde Yessoufou (right) speaks to media alongside head coach Scott Drew during Big 12 Men’s Basketball media day at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Sophia Scheller-Imagn Images[/caption] Sam Presti, the architect of this era, continues to stretch the gap between the Thunder and the rest of the league. His long-range planning may soon deliver Baylor freshman , a guard with elite physical tools and a rugged defensive identity. Oklahoma City could enter another draft with four first-rounders, depending on protections. Two may land in the lottery, a scenario that strengthens the NBA’s deepest young core. The Long Tail of Presti’s Boldest Deals These top-10 draft picks in 2026 stem from a 2021 salary dump absorbed by the Thunder and the remnants of the trade. That blockbuster gave Oklahoma City five first-rounders, two swaps, and eventually Jalen. Now the Clippers’ unprotected pick, the last of the haul, sits in lottery range after their stagnant start. Their decision to load the roster with aging veterans now threatens to cost them dearly. Both the and sit outside the West’s top eight, which positions Oklahoma City for multiple lottery selections. That dynamic places Tounde Yessoufou firmly within the Thunder’s reach. He offers the exact profile Oklahoma City covets: length, strength, discipline, and relentless defensive energy. Why Yessoufou Fits the Thunder Blueprint Yessoufou stands 6-foot-5 with a 6-foot-8.5 wingspan and a sculpted 215-pound frame. He ranks as a consensus top-15 recruit and carries a reputation for explosive two-way play. Coaches praise his motor, physicality, and ability to guard across three positions. His athletic violence mirrors , but his defensive posture and brute strength recall . His body control allows him to absorb contact and attack the rim with force. He draws fouls, finishes through challenges, and bullies smaller guards. His handle remains limited, but Mark Daigneault’s scheme hides that weakness until he develops it. He already averages 18.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 2.3 steals through two games. His strong BPM numbers signal early impact potential. Preparing for a Post-Dort Future Dort helped anchor a championship defense and embodies the Thunder’s culture. But his deal expires in 2027, and every contender must prepare for second-apron consequences. Oklahoma City will eventually choose which core pieces to maintain. That pressure makes a top-10 draft pick in 2026 even more valuable for the Thunder. It also pushes the front office to evaluate Tounde Yessoufou as a viable successor. Yessoufou’s strength, defensive versatility, quick hands, and ability to jump passing lanes mirror Dort’s presence. His frame and motor fit seamlessly into Daigneault’s structure. His upside offers more offensive growth than Dort ever showed at the same age. The Thunder may soon replace one of their foundational defenders with a younger, cheaper, and equally ferocious alternative. If the standings hold, Oklahoma City will again weaponize patience, foresight, and a draft pick owed from a rival that underestimated the future. Credit: © Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images The post appeared first on .
• [Locked On Thunder] - SGA vs Jokic?! WHO'S THE BEST NBA PLAYER RIGHT NOW?! #sga #jokic #okcthunder #nuggets #nba
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• [Fox Sports] - 2025 NBA Odds: Can Thunder Break Regular-Season Wins Record?
  How many games will the Oklahoma City Thunder win this season? There's a bet that Will Hill believes you should make right now.
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - Why Isaiah Hartenstein wore a vintage OKC Hornets jersey
  Why Isaiah Hartenstein wore a vintage OKC Hornets jersey.