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sports3 days ago•7 min saved

OKC Faces High-Stakes Offseason After Game 7 Spurs Exit

The Thunder’s 64–18 season ended with a Game 7 loss to the Spurs, despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP-level campaign, as Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio halted OKC’s title defense. Now Oklahoma City must navigate a costly core, decide on Isaiah Hartenstein’s $28.5M option and Dort/Williams extensions, and determine Cason Wallace’s extension, all while leveraging deep draft capital and looming second-apron luxury-tax concerns to stay title-contending under Sam Presti.

via Sports Illustrated|

#nba #oklahoma-city-thunder #sam-presti

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Lakers' Sale Sparks Excitement and Questions About Future

Mark Walter's acquisition of the Los Angeles Lakers could lead to bold moves, including potentially hiring Oklahoma City Thunder's Sam Presti to build a championship-winning team, depending on the outcome of the NBA Finals and future strategic decisions by the new ownership group.

via Lake Show Life|

#lakers #mark-walter #nba-finals

sports1 year ago•11 min saved

Thunder's Path to Potential Dynasty Rooted in Strategic Moves and Key Losses

Sam Presti orchestrated a remarkable rebuild of the Oklahoma City Thunder, transforming a team that faced early playoff exits and financial issues into a Western Conference powerhouse with a young, talented roster and a strategic draft and trade approach, positioning them as strong contenders for the NBA title.

via The New York Times|

#draft-picks #nba-finals #rebuild

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

Oklahoma City's Thunder: From 2007 Trade to NBA Finals Glory

The article traces how Sam Presti's strategic trades starting from a 2007 deal with the Phoenix Suns, involving a trade exception and key draft picks, set off a chain of moves that built the Oklahoma City Thunder into a competitive franchise, culminating in recent success with stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.

via The New York Times|

#kevin-durant #okc-thunder #oklahoma-city-thunder

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"Josh Giddey Traded to Bulls After Requesting Move from Thunder"

Oklahoma City Thunder's Josh Giddey requested a trade after being asked to come off the bench next season, leading to his trade to the Chicago Bulls for Alex Caruso. Thunder GM Sam Presti explained that the team's evolving dynamics made it difficult to optimize Giddey's talents within their current roster. Giddey is expected to have a more prominent role with the Bulls, who are looking to revamp their lineup.

via CBS Sports|

#chicago-bulls #josh-giddey #nba-trade

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Thunder GM Presti Admits Missing Out on Hayward Trade

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti admitted he made a mistake trading for Gordon Hayward, who barely played in the postseason. The trade cost the Thunder three players and two second-round picks, but it did create future cap flexibility. Hayward, now a free agent, expressed frustration over his limited role. Presti remains optimistic about the team's future, highlighting the potential of young players like Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams, and is open-minded about Josh Giddey's contract situation. The Thunder hold the No. 12 pick in the upcoming draft.

via hoopsrumors.com|

#gordon-hayward #nba #oklahoma-city-thunder

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Thunder GM Presti Admits Missing Out on Gordon Hayward Trade

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti admitted he "missed" on the midseason trade for veteran Gordon Hayward, who struggled to contribute significantly to the team. Despite the Thunder's strong season, they were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs. Presti views the trade as a learning experience and aims to improve his decision-making in the future.

via ESPN|

#gordon-hayward #nba-trade #oklahoma-city-thunder