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Jalen Williams injury update: OKC Thunder star out with dislocated ankle, fractured fibula
OKC Thunder general manager Sam Presti announced Monday that Jalen Williams has a fractured fibula and a dislocated ankle on the left side. A timeline will be provided once he undergoes surgery. Williams sustained the injuries during the first quarter of OKC's 108-101 home win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. The 25-year-old forward landed awkwardly on his left leg after being fouled on a dunk attempt by Kris Dunn and needed to be stretchered off the court.
OKC Thunder holds off LA Clippers after losing Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams to injuries
The OKC Thunder beat the Los Angeles Clippers , but the win was marred by injuries to starters Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points to lead the Thunder (3-0). OKC earned a 96-84 home win over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday. Los Angeles fell short in a 125-117 road loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday.
Thunder vs Rockets highlights: SGA, OKC end NBA preseason play with loss to Houston
The OKC Thunder finished NBA preseason play with a 116-89 road loss to the Houston Rockets on Thursday. Jalen Williams led OKC with 18 points, seven rebounds and one block on 7-for-14 shooting from the field (2 for 5 from deep) in 24 minutes. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 17 points, three assists and one block on 5-for-12 shooting from the field (2 for 5 from deep) in 25 minutes. Alperen Sengun led Houston with 14 points, seven rebounds and five assists in 23 minutes.
Thunder vs Pacers highlights: OKC beats Indiana in OT in Tyrese Haliburton's return
The OKC Thunder outlasted the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday to secure a 114-112 overtime home win It's the first victory of this preseason for OKC (1-3). Jared McCain led the way with 20 points, two rebounds and two assists on 6-for-13 shooting from the field (6 for 12 from deep) in 18 minutes off the bench. And when McCain didn't suit up during overtime for resting purposes, Zhaire Smith closed out the contest.
Thunder vs Hawks highlights: Bennett Stirtz, OKC fall short in NBA preseason game
The OKC Thunder fell short in a 113-110 road loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Monday, dropping to 0-3 this preseason. None of OKC's rotational players from last season made the trip to Atlanta, but its rookies showed up in the narrow loss. Atop the list was Bennett Stirtz , who recorded 26 points and five assists on 9-for-16 shooting from the field (6 for 9 from deep) in 37 minutes. Aday Mara also continued his dominant preseason.
Thunder vs Bucks highlights: Milwaukee rallies past SGA, OKC in NBA preseason game
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder will continue NBA preseason play with a home game against Tyler Herro and the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. This is the second of five preseason games for an OKC team that traded Lu Dort Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe this summer. It also added rookies Aday Mara Bennett Stirtz Otega Oweh and Josh Dix to the equation.
Thunder vs Pelicans highlights: New Orleans storms past OKC in NBA preseason opener
TULSA — Ajay Mitchell and the OKC Thunder will begin NBA preseason play with a game against Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night at BOK Center. This is the first of five preseason games for an OKC team that traded Lu Dort Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe this summer. It also added rookies Aday Mara Bennett Stirtz Otega Oweh and Josh Dix to the equation.
OKC Thunder legend Russell Westbrook retires from NBA after 18 seasons
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NBA predictions: Eastern Conference win-total picks for 2026 season
The 2026-27 NBA season is set to begin in October, and the Eastern Conference has no shortage of talented squads. New York remains the team to beat after winning last season's championship, but Philadelphia and Miami are on the rise after having big summers. Teams such as Detroit Cleveland and Boston are also ready for another postseason run.
NBA power rankings: Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder reclaim the throne?
NBA free agency is winding down, and teams are taking shape with the 2026-27 season approaching. Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks will look to defend their title, but they're in an Eastern Conference that's filled with teams that have improved. There's LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers, along with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat. There's also no shortage of dangerous teams in the West.
OKC Thunder lands Otega Oweh in 2026 NBA Draft to No. 41 after trade
Justin Martinez, The Oklahoman Updated Thu, June 25, 2026 at 2:48 AM UTC OKC Thunder lands Otega Oweh in 2026 NBA Draft to No. 41 after trade The OKC Thunder selected Kentucky's Otega Oweh with the No. 41 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. OKC originally owned the No. 37 pick but traded down, sending it to the Miami Heat in exchange for the No. 41 pick and cash considerations. ESPN's Shams Charania first reported the deal.
OKC Thunder lands Otega Oweh in 2026 NBA Draft to No. 41 after trade
Oweh is a 6-foot-5 guard who spent the first two seasons of his college career at OU before transferring to Kentucky in 2024. He averaged 18.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.7 assists as a senior this past season with the Wildcats on 46.5% shooting from the field (33.3% from deep).
Thunder vs Spurs highlights: SGA, OKC take Game 5, move one win away from NBA Finals
Updated May 26, 2026, 11:05 p.m. PT Oklahoma City is one win from the NBA Finals. The Thunder — 48 hours after playing its worst game of the postseason — played arguably its best in a 127-114 win over the Spurs in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. OKC now leads the series 3-2 as it shifts back to San Antonio. Game 6 is set for 7:30 p.m. on NBC and Peacock. And there is no telling what will happen in this topsy-turvy series.
Can Devin Booker, Suns do anything to challenge Thunder in NBA Playoffs? Game 2 forecast
Mark Daigneault said the Thunder has room to improve. Improve after a 35-point win? “If you’re static in a series, that’s how the other team catches up to you,” Daigneault said. Game 2 of the Thunder’s first-round series against the Suns tips off at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday in Oklahoma City. In this Thunder roundtable discussion, our team at The Oklahoman reacts to Game 1 and previews Game 2. Need a news break?
No bull, Chet Holmgren delivers on big stage to lift Thunder past Knicks at the Garden
Justin Martinez, The Oklahoman NEW YORK — Footsteps echoed throughout the iconic entrance ramp inside Madison Square Garden on Wednesday. The source was revealed to be Chet Holmgren , who turned the corner in a pair of Timberland boots and continued the uphill trek. It was a deliberate choice of footwear for OKC's game against New York , and yet his clothing held even more significance.
Jalen Williams' near-perfect homecoming ends with injury scare in Thunder rout vs Suns
PHOENIX — The scoreboard illuminated Perry High's packed gym Tuesday night, with each section displaying the same number. Eleven. It was a subtle way of saying it was Jalen Williams' time. A long-awaited moment for the OKC forward, whose No. 11 jersey was officially retired by his former high school. And he soaked it all in while surrounded by his family, friends, the entire Thunder team and a crowd of other supporters.
Why is Jalen Williams wearing heated glove on bench? Thunder star explains injury recovery
Jalen Williams did what billions of other people have done when in need of a quick solution. He turned to Amazon. More specifically, he turned to a pair of PEKWZIZ Rechargeable Heated Gloves. A 4.3-star product conveniently discounted from $69.99 to $53.19 and even more conveniently able to be shipped through Prime's next-day delivery system. The gloves are designed for motorcycling, hunting, skiing and outdoor work, but Williams needed them for something else.
As Thunder ties NBA record for best 25-game start, how can OKC keep up momentum?
For the casual NBA fan, the fourth quarter of an OKC Thunder game is when the channel gets changed. Those final 12 minutes are often a formality for one of the most dominant teams in NBA history, which boasts a record-setting point differential of 17.4 this season. And that was the case again Wednesday, as OKC coasted to a 138-89 home win over the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. But the Thunder's starters never tuned out.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKC Thunder trounce Trail Blazers to avenge lone loss of season
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, praised for piecing together the league's cleanest pregame fits, has one stain he can't remove. It's the OKC Thunder's lone loss of the season. A two-point defeat on Nov. 5 that came from the Portland Trail Blazers, who arrived at Paycom Center on Sunday night for a second meeting with the reigning NBA champions.
LSU quarterback returns vs. OU
BATON ROUGE, La. — LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier returned during the second quarter of a home game against OU on Saturday. Nussmeier exited the game with 3:26 left in the first quarter when he got sacked by R Mason Thomas. He then entered the locker room to receive an X-ray on his right shoulder, per LSU radio. Nussmeier was replaced by junior quarterback AJ Swann, a Vanderbilt transfer who only made one appearance this season prior to Saturday.
What channel is Dodgers vs Mets NLCS Game 5 on today? Time, TV schedule for MLB playoffs
The New York Mets will host the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday in Game 5 of the National League Championship Series at Citi Field. The Dodgers are one win away from reaching the World Series for the first time since winning the title in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. Here's how to watch Los Angeles vs New York in Game 5 of the NLCS, including time, TV schedule and streaming information: How to watch Dodgers vs Mets with Fubo trial What channel is Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Mets on Friday?
Thunder GM Sam Presti 'missed' on Gordon Hayward trade: 'That's on me' Original
Gordon Hayward’s time with the Thunder didn’t go as planned. After getting traded from Charlotte to Oklahoma City at the February deadline, the 34-year-old forward struggled to carve out a role. He didn’t score in 46 total playoff minutes, and he expressed his frustration during his exit interview on May 19. "Obviously, disappointing with kind of how it all worked out," Hayward said. "It’s not what I thought it would be, and it’s certainly frustrating.
Oklahoma State basketball hits 'absolute home run' with Steve Lutz: Social media reacts
The OSU men's basketball team hired Steve Lutz as its next head coach on Monday. Lutz spent this season as the head coach for Western Kentucky. He led the Hilltoppers to a Conference USA tournament title and their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2013. Here's what people on social media had to say about the hiring. More:Who is Steve Lutz? Get to know Oklahoma State basketball coaching search candidate Social media reactions to OSU men's basketball hiring Steve Lutz as its head coach
OKC Thunder: Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace tabbed NBA All-Star Rising Stars
The OKC Thunder's Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren and Cason Wallace have been selected to play in the NBA Rising Stars Challenge during All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis on Feb. 16. The Rising Stars Challenge is a four-team tournament that consists of 11 rookies, 10 sophomores and seven NBA G League players. Holmgren and Wallace will represent the rookies, while Williams will represent the sophomores. Williams represented the rookies in last season's Rising Stars Challenge.
How did OU softball respond after two errors vs. Florida State in WCWS finals? 'We stopped and we reset'
After two early errors in Game 1 of the WCWS finals, the OU softball defense responded to hand Florida State its second shutout of the season.
Oklahoma football unveils statue of Selmon brothers, 'an inspiration' for future players
Lucious Selmon doesn't have to stand on his tiptoes anymore. The former OU defensive tackle and his two brothers, Dewey and Lee Roy Selmon, were immortalized Saturday before the Sooners' game against Kansas State in the form of a towering bronze statue that was unveiled outside the northeast entrance of Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
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