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.

Jan 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander before a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

The only 6 stats needed to prove Shai Gilgeous-Alexander deserves to win MVP

Oklahoma City Thunder v Boston Celtics

ESPN analyst's ridiculous Thunder slander can easily be shut down with 1 name

Oklahoma City Thunder v Denver Nuggets

Wild stat proof Thunder need Chet Holmgren to realize full potential

Oklahoma City Thunder v Boston Celtics

Jaylen Brown counters Thunder disrespect with strong Shai Gilgeous-Alexander take

Mar 12, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) returns up court against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sends powerful message to NBA after Thunder clinch playoffs

Boston Celtics v Oklahoma City Thunder

It may only take Thunder 66 games to join elite East team with exciting achievement

Feb 26, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) takes the court at the start of the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Crushing Jalen Williams injury update is not what Thunder fans wanted to hear

Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder

3 Thunder who must step up following Jalen Williams injury news

Mar 5, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Nuggets coach ironically reveals strongest MVP case for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Golden State Warriors v Oklahoma City Thunder

Jalen Williams proved things could get even worse for Thunder during loss to Nuggets

Mar 4, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) goes for the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

3 hardest & 2 easiest upcoming stretches during final 17 games of Thunder season

Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder

Nuggets coach praises 'really good' Thunder big ahead of Monday's rematch

Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder

Nikola Jokic speaks out on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ahead of back-to-back rematch

Oklahoma City Thunder v Denver Nuggets

Thunder coach puts kibosh on MVP storylines ahead of Nikola Jokic, Nuggets matchup

Oklahoma City Thunder v Utah Jazz

NBA insider goes against the grain amid Shai Gilgeous-Alexander MVP slander

Jan 5, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) checks back into the game in the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Chet Holmgren presented prime opportunity to silence doubters