Thunder guard Luguentz Dort downgraded to out vs. Grizzlies

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (left knee contusion) has been downgraded to out for Wednesday night’s away game against the Memphis Grizzlies. It will be the first game he’s missed this season. In addition to Dort, fifth-year forward Kenrich Williams (right knee sprain) will not be available as well. Of course, the only other […]

James Foglio  •  07 Dec 2022
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander upgraded to questionable against Timberwolves

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been upgraded to questionable for Saturday night’s road matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The fifth-year player is still recovering from a left hip contusion. Gilgeous-Alexander did not play in the Thunder’s 119-111 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. It was his second game missed this season. […]

James Foglio  •  02 Dec 2022
Charles Barkley: ‘If Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not starting in the All-Star Game, we’re not gonna let the public vote again’

During Tuesday night’s episode of NBA on TNT, retired Hall of Famer Charles Barkley praised Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander by calling out All-Star voters. “If Shai Gilchrist,” said Barkley by accident as the rest of the panel broke down laughing. “If Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not starting in the All-Star Game, we’re not gonna […]

James Foglio  •  30 Nov 2022
Nuggets coach Michael Malone on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: ‘I don’t think the kid has any weaknesses’

Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone was straight forward when asked about Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is having an MVP season despite his team’s struggles. Malone believes Gilgeous-Alexander is dangerous simply “when he’s on the floor,” the coach told reporters prior to Wednesday night’s matchup against Oklahoma City. According to multiple NBA betting […]

James Foglio  •  23 Nov 2022
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads NBA in total points on unassisted 2-pointers

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander currently leads the NBA in total points on unassisted 2-pointers this season. He ranks fourth in points (410), first in 2-point field goals (137), third in steals (27), and first in field goals (151). Through 13 starts, the fifth-year player is having an MVP-caliber season. The guard is averaging […]

James Foglio  •  17 Nov 2022
Kyle Kuzma says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a top-5 guard in the NBA

Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma is convinced that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a top-5 guard in the NBA right now. Through 13 starts this season, the Thunder guard is averaging career highs of 31.5 points, 2.1 steals, and 1.5 blocks, along with 4.4 rebounds per game. He’s also shooting 53.9% from the […]

James Foglio  •  15 Nov 2022
Will the Thunder trade Shai Gilgeous-Alexander this season?

NBA trade rumors concerning Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are still alive. During the offseason, reports suggested that the Toronto Raptors were interested in trading for the fifth-year guard. Nevertheless, a trade package never materialized. After Chet Holmgren — the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s draft — suffered a season-ending Lisfranc injury […]

James Foglio  •  10 Nov 2022
Thunder rookie Jalen Williams undergoes surgery for orbital bone fracture

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie guard Jalen Williams has undergone surgery to repair an orbital bone fracture he sustained in the opening-night matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. During the second quarter of the Thunder’s 115-108 road loss, the rookie was elbowed in the face while attempting to defend a dunk attempt by Jaden McDaniels. Williams was […]

James Foglio  •  23 Oct 2022
Thunder sign Isaiah Joe to three-year, $6 million contract

The Oklahoma City Thunder are signing free agent guard Isaiah Joe to a three-year, $6 million contract. His deal includes a fully guaranteed salary of $1.836 million for the 2022-23 season. Also, Joe’s contract includes a $2,164,993 team option for the 2024-25 season. Plus, the deal contains a trade restriction. The guard cannot be traded […]

James Foglio  •  22 Oct 2022