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Nikola Topic Makes 2026-27 Thunder DebutSports — 1dNikola Topic returned for his 2026–27 debut after recovering from back surgery, adding rebounds, assists and steals despite scoring no points in Oklahoma City’s narrow loss to the Clippers. The Thunder welcomed the 21-year-old back after a series of serious health setbacks, as injuries have increased the team’s need for available players.

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Thunder Visit Trail Blazers Seeking to Extend Nine-Game EdgeSports — 6dThe 8-2 Oklahoma City Thunder face the 6-3 Portland Trail Blazers in a Tuesday matchup, with the Thunder having dominated recent meetings. The game opens a demanding stretch for Portland, which is looking to recover from back-to-back losses against the defending champions.

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Youngstown State improves to 2-2 after edging Marshall 74-71Sports — 2dYoungstown State edged Marshall 74-71, with Noah Otshudi scoring 28 points for the Thundering Herd and Bryce Slay adding 21. Kelvin Amoako grabbed 11 rebounds for the Penguins.

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Trail Blazers Snap Thunder’s Four-Game Winning Streak, 123-103 — 5dThe Portland Trail Blazers snapped a two-game skid with a 123-103 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, ending Oklahoma City’s four-game winning streak. Damian Lillard scored 25 points and fueled Portland’s decisive third-quarter surge, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 26 points but struggled from the field.

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Thunder acquire Nique Clifford from Kings for two second-round picks — 6dThe Oklahoma City Thunder acquired second-year wing Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings for two second-round picks. Clifford had fallen out of Sacramento’s rotation, while Oklahoma City adds depth amid injuries to several key players.

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Derek Foss Thunder needed wing depth with their injuries, and grabbing Clifford for two seconds looks like smart value.

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Blazers rule out Youngblood with foot bruise ahead of Thunder rematchSports — 4dPortland guard Chris Youngblood will miss Wednesday’s rematch with Oklahoma City after suffering a right foot bruise during Tuesday’s win. The Blazers have not announced a recovery timeline, and his absence could open up more playing time for Sidy Cissoko and Scoot Henderson.

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Elena Vasquez A foot bruise this early in the season is bad luck, hope they rest him properly instead of rushing him back.

Marshall Honors 75 Crash Victims on 56th AnniversarySports — 1dMarshall University marked the 56th anniversary of the 1970 plane crash that killed 75 people with its annual Memorial Fountain ceremony, reading the victims’ names and laying white roses. Keynote speaker Jeff Heath, who lost his parents and godparents and became responsible for his younger siblings at 19, recalled how Huntington residents helped his family endure; the anniversary also included a memorial football game and a reunion of members of the 1971 Young Thundering Herd.

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Cissoko Scores 17 in Blazers’ Thunder Win — 4dSidy Cissoko has made an early case for a regular starting role with Portland, scoring 17 and 19 points in consecutive wins over Oklahoma City. His defense and recent three-point shooting have boosted his value, though his limited contributions beyond scoring leave questions about his consistency.

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Thunder Beat Wizards, Extend Winning StreakSports — Nov 7, 2026Oklahoma City has continued to win despite a depleted roster, routing Washington as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jared McCain delivered strong performances; the injuries also make the NBA Cup a test of whether the Thunder’s intensity and defensive identity extend beyond their stars. The team added Nique Clifford and waived Dalen Terry, while its contrast with Denver’s slower start has underscored the teams’ differing energy.

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Thunder plans to retire Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey — Nov 2, 2026Thunder will retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 on Feb. 7, 2027 vs. the Knicks; the 2017 MVP and all-time triple-doubles leader was brought to tears.

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Jared Kim Eleven seasons and all those triple doubles built something real here, so the jersey hanging in the rafters is overdue.

Payton, Williamson, Williams Set to ReturnSports — 5dZion Williamson is expected to return for the Pelicans’ game against the Nets after sitting out for rest, while Robert Williams is set to rejoin the Trail Blazers against the Thunder after a night off. Williamson’s return may send Herbert Jones back to the bench; Williams has played a reserve role this season.

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Jabari Smith scores 30, Rockets beat Thunder 119-98 — Oct 31, 2026Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points and Marcus Smart added 24 as the Houston Rockets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-98, handing Oklahoma City its second straight loss after a 4-0 start. The injury-depleted Thunder played without Chet Holmgren, who is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks with a knee injury.

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Priya Raman Losing Holmgren for 8 to 10 weeks will hurt the Thunder a lot after their hot start.

Thunder exercise McCain and Sorber options, decline Topić — Nov 2, 2026The Oklahoma City Thunder exercised 2027-28 team options for Jared McCain and Thomas Sorber, securing another year for both young players. The team declined Nikola Topic’s option, ending its contractual commitment beyond this season as he continues working back from injuries and illness.

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Sam Okafor Keeping McCain and Sorber for another year looks like a solid bet on their development, but dropping Topic's option after all his injuries feels like a tough call.

Cavaliers, Thunder Meet in Oklahoma CitySports — Oct 31, 2026Cleveland hosts Oklahoma City in a matchup of last season’s conference finalists, with the Thunder seeking to rebound from consecutive losses while coping with significant injuries and poor 3-point shooting. The Cavaliers enter in strong form after Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen powered a blowout win over Milwaukee.

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Thunder Rout Wizards 114-75 Behind Gilgeous-Alexander — Nov 3, 2026Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has powered injury-hit Oklahoma City to consecutive wins over Cleveland with back-to-back 40-point performances, bringing him closer to the franchise’s 40-point game records held by Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. The run highlights both his historic scoring and the Thunder’s reliance on him, with teammates and coach Mark Daigneault crucial to sustaining success while key players are out.

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Thunder's Jalen Williams Stretchered Off With Leg Injury — Oct 26, 2026Jalen Williams was stretchered off with a left-leg injury with 1:15 left in the Thunder's 108-101 win over the Clippers on Oct. 25, 2026; no official diagnosis was issued.

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Tom Gallagher Hope that leg injury turns out minor since no diagnosis yet and these things can linger if not handled right.

Durant Reflects on Thunder Title Ahead of Houston Matchup — Oct 30, 2026Kevin Durant said he felt pride watching Oklahoma City celebrate its 2025 NBA championship, viewing the team’s success as an evolution of the foundation he and his former teammates helped build. He also said he wished his Thunder-era group had won the title together and recalled the strong support the city showed after their 2012 Finals loss.

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Thunder Visit Clippers in NBA Cup Group Play — Nov 7, 2026The 2026 NBA Cup group stage is underway, with teams competing for six group-winner spots and two wild cards in the knockout rounds. Oklahoma City strengthened its position with a 128-97 win over Memphis, while Charlotte’s 0-2 start has left its path to advancing difficult; standings remain fluid with group games still to come.

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Thunder Injuries Could Sideline Wallace, Williams — Oct 26, 2026Thunder guard Cason Wallace has a labral tear in his left shoulder, and forward Jalen Williams fractured his left fibula and dislocated his ankle during Sunday’s win over the Clippers. Both players will undergo surgery, with recovery timelines to be announced afterward.

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Caruso Exits With Ankle Sprain as Thunder Face Multiple Injuries — Oct 27, 2026Thunder guard Alex Caruso left Monday’s game against the Suns with a right ankle sprain and was ruled out for the remainder. His injury adds to Oklahoma City’s depleted roster, with Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace sidelined after injuries requiring surgery and Chet Holmgren also out.

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Derek Foss The team might need to adjust their rotation fast or risk falling behind in the standings with so many key players sidelined.

Injury-Depleted Thunder Fall 120-96 to Mavericks — Oct 29, 2026With Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace sidelined by serious injuries, Oklahoma City is relying more heavily on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but the depleted Thunder lost 120-96 to Dallas as he scored 21 points and had two assists. His low assist totals in recent games underpin a preview’s recommendation to take the under 5.5 assists against Houston, though the small sample and roster changes leave uncertainty.

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Thunder Beat Spurs 116-104 in Season Opener — Oct 21, 2026A second-quarter scuffle marred the Spurs-Thunder season opener after San Antonio’s De’Aaron Fox threw Oklahoma City’s Chet Holmgren to the floor. Victor Wembanyama and several Thunder players joined the confrontation; Fox received a flagrant 1 and four players were assessed technical fouls.

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Chris Dalton The Thunder looked solid overall even with that ugly second-quarter mess slowing things down.

Mavericks Hand Thunder First Loss of Season — Oct 25, 2026Kyrie Irving is questionable for the Mavericks’ game against the Thunder as Dallas manages his left knee. His possible absence comes as rookie Sergio De Larrea’s 21-point performance and Marcus Sasser’s strong early play have eased concerns about the team’s point-guard depth.

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Mavericks rout Thunder 120-96, Flagg scores 26 — Oct 27, 2026Cooper Flagg scored 26 points and handed out eight assists as the Mavericks beat an injury-depleted Thunder 120-96, moving above .500. Kyrie Irving scored 15 in his first regular-season home game since tearing his ACL, while Dallas hit a season-high 16 three-pointers.

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