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19 April 2025

• [The Oklahoman] - Which OKC Thunder picks will convey in 2025 NBA Draft?
  Here's a look at each of the OKC Thunder's first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft and which ones will convey.
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - Play-in tournament: Heat send OKC Thunder the No. 15 pick of 2025 NBA draft
  Play-in tournament: Miami Heat send Oklahoma City Thunder the No. 15 pick of 2025 NBA draft.
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - OKC Thunder jersey history No. 24 - Bud Olsen (1967-68)
  During his time suiting up for the Sonics, Olsen wore only jersey No. 24 and put up 3.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game.
• [Last Word on Sports] - One Team Has Five 2025 Draft Picks, and It’s Not the Thunder
  The Oklahoma City Thunder have plenty of draft picks that they have acquired over the next few years. However in the 2025 NBA draft, the Brooklyn Nets hold the title for most draft picks. Over the past few years, the Nets amassed picks from different teams, and this year, it may pay out. One Team Has Five 2025 Draft Picks, and It’s Not the Thunder Right now, without any trades heading into the 2025 NBA draft, the Brooklyn Nets have . They have four first-round picks and one second-round pick. While three of their picks are in the 20s, the 2025 NBA draft is one of the deepest in recent years. Many experts believe that there will be quality role players after the lottery. With three picks in the 20s, the Nets can target several players, or trade some picks to move up in the draft. Currently, they are also projected to have the sixth overall pick, although that can change with the lottery. The Nets Can Finally Draft a Quality Player Here is a fun fact. The Brooklyn Nets haven’t picked in the lottery since the 2010 NBA draft. The last time they picked in the lottery, they selected with the third pick. Looking at their , they have selected good players with higher picks, but they have traded them instantly. For example, they have drafted both and , but they traded them before they played a game for them. Those two quality role players would do wonders for their current roster. Last year, the Nets didn’t even have a draft pick. If they do not jump up in the lottery, they can still get a quality player at sixth overall. Breakdown of Brooklyn Nets 2025 Draft Picks As said before, the Nets have five draft picks in the upcoming draft, four of them in the first round. They have their own pick, slotted at No. 6 at the moment. Then, they will select No. 20, a pick they have coming up from the Milwaukee Bucks. The Nets are getting the 26th pick, coming from New York from the trade. And finally, they are receiving the 27th pick, coming from the Houston Rockets. In the second round, they have their own pick, which will fall at #36. With so many picks between 20 and 36, the Nets can package a few of those to move up in the draft if they want to. Can the Nets Turn Things Around in a Single Offseason? The Brooklyn Nets have plenty of draft picks in the to turn things around. After trading and a few seasons ago, Brooklyn has managed to get plenty of and position themselves as a player in free agency. If they want to go all-in, they can two max players, and trade some of their assets for another star. The problem is there are not many free agents available on the market. Most of the stars with a player option will either exercise it or sign a longer deal. They can try to throw money at players like and , but those two are not that can turn a team around. Photo credit: © David Banks-Imagn Images The post appeared first on .
• [Sports Illustrated] - OKC Thunder Enter Playoffs as Most Efficient Team
  Efficient basketball teams win games in the NBA. That's just a fact. Based on that, there's a reason why the Oklahoma City Thunder are one of the best teams in
• [Sports Illustrated] - Kenrich Williams Could Play Many Different Roles for OKC Thunder in Playoffs
  Oklahoma City has a multitude of players that can make a positive impact on any given night, and that’s part of what makes this team so special. Sure, this squa
• [USA Today: OKC Thunder Wire] - James Harden believes players around NBA want Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to win MVP
  James Harden believes players around the NBA want Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to win MVP.
• [ClutchPoints] - Clippers’ James Harden reveals NBA players rooting for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for MVP
  Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden recently revealed that NBA players are backing Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the league’s Most Valuable Player award. The comments were shared by Rachel Nichols on a Sports Illustrated podcast ahead of the Clippers’ first-round matchup against the Denver Nuggets. Nichols said she spoke with Harden before […] The post appeared first on .
• [Oklahoma City Thunder Videos] - Chet Holmgren Gives Back to Families From Citizens Caring for Children All Season 🫶 | OKC Thunder
  Chet gifted Citizens Caring for Children families with tickets and a special game night experience to every regular season home game.Subscribe To Thunder You...
• [The Oklahoman] - All-NBA team predictions: Will any OKC Thunder players join Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
  Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a lock to be first-team All-NBA, but will Lu Dort make All-Defensive first team? How about Jalen Williams for All-NBA?