Some teams that are hovering around mediocrity could take a bit longer to fully figure out. But the identity and outlook of other teams are starting to become obvious. One of those teams that seems to be completely penciled in as a bonafide contenders is the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell have been named the NBA Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for Week 5 of the 2025-26 season (Nov. 17-23). pic.twitter.com/7eOixkOVJ5

BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City hosts Golden State trying to extend its four-game home winning streak. Oklahoma City went 68-14 overall, 39-13 in Western Conference action and 36-6 at home during the 2024-25 season. The Thunder averaged 120.5 points per game while allowing opponents to score 107.6 last season.

Chris Paul means a lot to Oklahoma City despite playing just 70 games for the OKC Thunder during a COVID-19 shortened campaign back in 2019-20. That team was gi

The 122-95 win over the Portland Trail Blazers improves the Thunder to an NBA-best 17-1. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein traded his jersey for an apron, hosting a Thanksgiving luncheon for families supported by Positive Tomorrows, a nonprofit aiding those facing homelessness.

Jalen Williams’ prolonged wrist injury has cost him postseason award eligibility and a lucrative supermax salary bump as Oklahoma City maintains a cautious approach to player health.

While Williams is expected to make a full recovery, this unanticipated absence could cost him as much as $47 million.