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Oct 2, 2023; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during media day at Oklahoma City Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

4 Key things to look out for at 2024-25 Thunder Media Day

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Jalen Williams 'must accelerate' particular aspect of his game for Thunder to win

Recent prediction sees Thunder snap six-year league-wide drought

2 Truths, 1 lie concerning the Thunder ahead of 2024-25 season

Apr 21, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) gestures after scoring a three-point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter of game one of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

3 Thunder who can work their way into bigger roles with strong training camp

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May 11, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) celebrates with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) after scoring during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks during game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

3 Non-star Thunder who must be protected in potential NBA Expansion Draft

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Phoenix Suns

Newest Thunder addition deemed 'the one thing they were missing'

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Orlando Magic

3 Thunder at serious risk of departing in potential NBA Expansion Draft

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Oklahoma City Thunder v New Orleans Pelicans - Game Three

Remarks by Hall of Famers reinforce unjust treatment of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

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May 11, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) celebrates with Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks during game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

NBA Expansion Mock Draft sees Thunder send third-year talent to Seattle

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Dec 7, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (6) looks to pass the ball against the Washington Wizards during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

1 aspect of Alex Caruso's game that will be vital for Thunder (and it's not defense)

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Minnesota Timberwolves

The dream starting 5 for Thunder 5 years from now

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Mar 31, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) shoots the ball while being defended by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) during the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Thunder plan for utilizing Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein revealed

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Dec 8, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7), guard Luguentz Dort (5) and guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrate after Chet Holmgren scores a basket against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Thunder make a clean sweep among Hall of Fame level sports panel

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Dec 14, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) walks to the bench with forwards Chet Holmgren (7) and Jalen Williams (8) and guard Luguentz Dort (second from right) during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Predicting OKC Thunder stat leaders for the 2024-2025 NBA season

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Philadelphia 76ers

Recent prediction completely counters fears of Thunder forward losing rotation spot

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Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder

Thunder big Chet Holmgren could reach historic milestone as soon as his second year

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Apr 5, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Chet Holmgren problem that could hinder Thunder season

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Mar 31, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) looks to shoot against New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) and New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Thunder played key role in creating East contender's main flaw heading into 2024-25

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New York Knicks v Oklahoma City Thunder

Potential landing spots for most desirable Thunder trade assets

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Dec 16, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and forward Chet Holmgren (7) and forward Jalen Williams (8) and forward Jaylin Williams (6) break huddle in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

'Wildest lineup' construction shows major advantage Thunder have over rest of NBA

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Dec 2, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) warms up before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Oklahoma City Thunder  at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Chet Holmgren shares behind-the-scenes look at recent media session

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Jan 3, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) works to keep the ball away from Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum slights Thunder with 2025 NBA Finals prediction

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Dec 14, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (right) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

3 surprise teams that could be major threats to Thunder in Western Conference

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Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder

Recent prediction puts a ton of faith in Chet Holmgren taking a sophomore leap

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May 11, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts during the game against the Dallas Mavericks during game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Trade targets for each key remaining weakness within Thunder rotation

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Portland Trail Blazers v Oklahoma City Thunder

OKC Thunder will likely bench worthy starter in 2024-25

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Dallas Mavericks - Game Six

3 Essential areas of improvement for Thunder big Chet Holmgren

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