Mark Nilon

Mark Nilon

Joined: Jul 19, 2017

Mark is the Site Expert for Thunderous Intentions and a contributor to Daily Knicks. He previously served as a beat writer for Heavy.com, primarily focusing on the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics, and has been in the sports media industry since 2019. Outside of FanSided, Mark is an actor, model, and screenwriter. In his spare time, he enjoys surfing, reading, writing, and spending time with friends and family.

Apr 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) listens to the fans cheer after he scores against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

NY Media comes to Thunder realization OKC fans have known for years

Oklahoma City Thunder v Phoenix Suns

Thunder big enters top-5 of all-time team statistic headlined by Russell Westbrook

Oklahoma City Thunder v Denver Nuggets

Ridiculous new Thunder trade idea is the exact opposite of what fans should want

Los Angeles Clippers v Oklahoma City Thunder

Thunder add key missing piece to main rotation at exactly the right time

Oklahoma City Thunder v Phoenix Suns

2 Thunder players who can't afford to sit out final 2 games of regular season

Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder

Forget Kevin Durant, the Thunder may now have another dream offseason trade target

Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Chet Holmgren just sent reassuring message Thunder fans needed to hear

Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots the ball over Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) and center Bol Bol (11) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

3 Studs, 2 Duds from Thunder's home-court clinching win over Suns

Portland Trail Blazers v Oklahoma City Thunder

Jalen Williams answers Thunder's biggest criticism with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander out

Feb 5, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) smiles after a basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second half of a game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

1 Win may be all it takes for Thunder to send West rival into complete teardown mode

Mar 25, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after the Thunder made a basket against the Sacramento Kings in the fourth quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drops 2-word take rest of West will realize come postseason

Dec 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after scoring a basket during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Thunder giggling with glee as they hold another golden ticket after shocking news

Apr 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during a timeout against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

4 Ways Thunder can head into playoffs on a positive note amid losing streak

Los Angeles Lakers v Oklahoma City Thunder

It took 1 Lakers win for bonkers new take to be made at expense of Thunder

Apr 6, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) yells after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic name-drops Thunder stud who 'brings competitive spirit out of me'

Mar 1, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dario Saric (9) runs down the court during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Ex-Thunder big set to inflict serious hardships upon direct conference rival