OKC Thunder Clinch First NBA Title in Franchise History
TL;DR
The Oklahoma City Thunder won their first NBA title since relocating to OKC by defeating the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the Finals, led by Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, amidst significant injuries to Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton. The team, young and built on a new blueprint emphasizing defense, speed, and friendship, marked a historic and promising era for the franchise.
- Thunder win first NBA title since relocating to OKC, hold off Pacers in Game 7 The New York Times
- SGA named MVP, but it was 'a win for everyone' ESPN
- OKC Thunder superfans embrace emotion of NBA title: '17 years we waited for this' Yahoo Sports
- Thunder beat Pacers in Game 7 to win franchise’s first NBA title in Oklahoma City The Guardian
- The Unprecedented Coronation of the Oklahoma City Thunder The Ringer
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