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18 September 2025

• [THE SPORTSRUSH] - Pau Gasol Weighs In on Timberwolves’ Title Hopes, Says Anthony Edwards Has to Step Up
  One NBA team that has consistently come close but fallen just short recently is the Minnesota Timberwolves, led by their young superstar Anthony Edwards, someone who’s been touted to become the face of the league for years now, but is just lacking that something. The Wolves have, on paper, what it takes to reach the […] The post appeared first on .
• [Locked On Thunder] - What is Jalen Williams CEILING? How Many OKC Thunder All Stars?
  Oklahoma City Thunder's Jalen Williams: Future All-Star or NBA Superstar? The Thunder's rising star has fans and analysts buzzing about his ceiling.Host Ryla...
• [Sportskeeda] - "Even when KD left, he stayed loyal": $15,000,000 ex-NBA guard calls out Russell Westbrook haters with resounding remark
  With Russell Westbrook's basketball future uncertain, many are discussing his place in NBA history. The former MVP became an unrestricted free agent after he declined a $3.
• [ClutchPoints] - NBA Finals rival reacts to Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘nice whistle’ talk
  Heavy lies the crown, as the adage goes. That couldn’t be truer for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the rest of the Oklahoma City Thunder. As they prepare for their title defense in the upcoming season, the pressure will only mount. Gilgeous-Alexander, in particular, will be under intense scrutiny after leading the Thunder to the crown last […] The post appeared first on .
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - OKC Thunder 3 goals: Chet Holmgren can be first-time All-Star if healthy
  Oklahoma City Thunder 3 goals: Chet Holmgren can be first-time All-Star if healthy.
• [ClutchPoints] - Why Jalen Williams says Thunder didn’t need veteran leadership amid title run
  Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams has come a long way from a three-star recruit to an NBA champion who’s the heart and soul of the second-youngest team to ever win a title. After undergoing surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right wrist, Williams revealed he’s close to making a full recovery. Then, […] The post appeared first on .
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - OKC Thunder jersey history No. 44 - Frank Oleynick (1975-77)
  During his time suiting up for the Sonics, Oleynick wore only jersey No. 44 and put up 5.0 points and 1.1 assists per game.
• [Last Word on Sports] - Bucks Sharpshooting Training Camp Addition Projects To Remain With Organization
  is expected to be part of the organization when the season starts, even though he won't be part of the 18-man roster. Ryan signed an Exhibit 10 contract with on September 10. However, if the 26-year-old didn't make the Bucks roster, he would have likely returned to the Oklahoma City Blue. The Blue, an affiliate of the , owned Ryan's returning player rights. However, that changed on Monday. According to O, the Blue traded his rights to the Bucks' G-League affiliate, Wisconsin Herd. In exchange, the Herd sent the Thunder a 2026 first-round pick and the returning player rights to. Bucks Sharpshooting Training Camp Addition Projects To Remain With Organization [caption id="attachment_159414" align="alignnone" width="300"] Photo Credit: © NATHAN J. FISH, The Oklahomian[/caption] Ryan went undrafted in 2024, following a six-season college career at UNC. He also played at Stanford and the University of Notre Dame. Ryan joined Oklahoma City during the summer league in 2024 and then signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Thunder in September, appearing in three preseason games. He then joined the Blue and played the entire season with the organization. Ryan averaged 12.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 37 games for the Blue. Ryan drained 2.2 threes a contest while shooting 41.8/38.4/97.0. He scored in double-figures 14 times and topped the 20-point mark on three occassions. Ryan joined Milwaukee's Las Vegas Summer League squad this year. The 26-year-old struggled shooting the ball and handling the ball during the summer, though he did score in double-figures in three of five games. In five summer league games, Ryan compiled 11.6 points along with 2.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.2 steals. The 6-5 wing made 1.4 threes while shooting 32.6/25.0/91.7. His best game was in his first outing of the summer, with 18 points, on 6 of 11 shooting from the field and 3 of 6 from deep, and two assists in 22 minutes. Ryan is a skilled player who is an excellent shooter and remarkably unselfish. Ryan, who is at his best moving without the ball, can score off the bounce and post smaller players. However, he runs hot and cold and struggles on the defensive end against quicker players. Last Word Ryan has an uphill battle to make the Bucks' 18-man roster. So, expect him to start the season with the Herd. Milwaukee's training camp roster is set, as the Bucks have filled all 21 roster spots, including 16 players on standard deals. Therefore, the Bucks will have to make a roster decision at the start of the 2025-26 campaign. appears to be the odd man out as the Bucks' backcourt is super crowded. Jackson Jr., known for his versatility and defense, really struggled offensively last season. And the Bucks added and to the fold. Jackson Jr. is also the only player to have a partially guaranteed deal, though it becomes fully guaranteed on opening night. If Jackson Jr. can hang on to the last roster spot, waiving or looks like the following option for the Bucks. The Bucks have also filled all three of their two-way spots. a, a two-way point guard, has NBA experience and is assured of keeping his minor league spot. is the Bucks' only big man on a minor league deal and has NBA experience, so he also should keep his place. Rookie , who went undrafted out of Alabama, would appear to be the most vulnerable player on the two-way deal, but the. Wiscon Herd Trades Wisconsin has been quite active in making trades this offseason. The Herd , acquiring six players. In addition to acquiring Ryan, the Herd has added ,, , and via trades. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images The post appeared first on .
• [Sports Illustrated] - OKC Thunder Enter the Season With a Weight Lifted Off Its Shoulders
  Over the last few seasons, Oklahoma City has had to endure plenty of weight on its shoulders. Being the youngest team in the NBA with a lot of what-ifs, nobody
• [The Cold Wire] - Russell Westbrook Opens Up About Kevin Durant Leaving OKC
  The breakup between Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder was one of the messiest in NBA history. Years later, emotions are still raw, and people hold very strong opinions about Durant’s departure. Russell Westbrook is one of those people, and he recently spoke about losing Durant to the Golden State Warriors, OKC’s biggest […] The post appeared first on .