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Ejection & quadruple-double headline Russ' return to OKC

When ejected, Westbrook had a triple-double to his name with 20 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists - his first as a Laker and the 185th of his career. However, along with those numbers, he was also responsible for 10 of the team's 17 turnovers, helping him extend his unenvious quadruple-double record.

Yash Matange

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Breaking down OKC's future draft picks

Since the 2019 offseason, the Thunder have been in the business of acquiring as many future draft picks as possible after trading away two All-Stars in Paul George and Russell Westbrook. How many draft picks do they have over the next five years?

Kyle Irving

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Will LeBron James play in game vs. Thunder?

What is the status of James ahead of Wednesday night's Western Conference matchup?

Jordan Greer

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2021-22 NBA season preview: Northwest Division

Last season, three of the five Northwest Division teams were part of the Western Conference playoff picture while the latter two were right at the bottom of the conference. How will things shape out for the division in the NBA's 75th anniversary season?

Yash Matange

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NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

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Noel sues Paul for $58 million

The center claims he lost out on $58 million based off advice he received from Paul, exacerbated by the latter's failure to adequately represent him.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How many first-round picks do Thunder have? An in-depth look

The Thunder have ridiculous draft capital over the next seven years. Here's how many picks Oklahoma City has, and how it acquired them.

Jacob Camenker

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Kemba Walker trade grades: Celtics sell low on former All-Star

Kemba Walker is no longer with the Celtics. They traded him and this year's first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for a package featuring Al Horford.

Jacob Camenker

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Thunder forced to change uniforms at halftime after ugly color clash with Hawks

The first half of Atlanta-OKC was one of the worst uniform matchups you'll ever see.

Tom Gatto

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NBA postpones 76ers-Thunder

Sunday's game between the Philadelphia and Oklahoma will not go ahead as scheduled.

Stats Perform News

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NBA postpones Rockets game after James Harden violates health protocols

Houston did not have enough available players to face the Thunder.

Dan Bernstein

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NBA investigating James Harden strip club video; Rockets star could miss game vs. Thunder

The Rockets and the NBA are trying to determine the recency of the video.

Joe Rivera

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Kelly Oubre trade analysis: Warriors respond to disaster, Thunder add another draft pick

Golden State and Oklahoma City, for so long on-court rivals, pulled off a deal that seems to make sense for both parties.

Dan Bernstein

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Thunder add to draft bounty: List of all their future picks

The Thunder are set up to be loaded with young talent by the mid-2020s.

Dan Bernstein

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NBA teams with brightest futures: Thunder, Mavericks, Pelicans among risers ahead of draft

A combination of talented players already in tow and future draft picks make this group of teams most likely to break through for a deep playoff run from 2022 onward.

Dan Bernstein

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NBA Draft trade rights, explained: Why the Lakers, Trail Blazers will make selections for other teams

NBA Draft trade rights often lead to prospects wearing the "wrong" hat on draft night. That'll be the case for whoever the Blazers take for the Rockets at pick 16 and whoever the Lakers pick for the Thunder at No. 28 in 2020.

Billy Heyen

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Suns to acquire Chris Paul: SN grades the trade

Chris Paul has reportedly been traded to the Suns, giving Phoenix a future Hall of Famer at point guard to compete in the Western Conference while the Thunder continue to load up on youth and draft picks.

Billy Heyen

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Trade rumors: Lakers want another playmaker

The deal should be finalized on Monday at noon, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Joe Rivera

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NBA trade rumors: Bucks 'highly unlikely' to pursue Thunder's Chris Paul this offseason

One way to assure Giannis Antetokounmpo the Bucks are firmly in win-now mode? Acquire Chris Paul.

Jordan Greer

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NBA playoff schedule 2020: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2020 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder, Billy Donovan part ways after five seasons

After five seasons in charge, the former college coach is looking for work.

Dejan Kalinic

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Harden reflects on vital late block

James Harden struggled up against Lu Dort on Wednesday but then came up with a play he ranks as one of his very best to win Game 7.

Ben Spratt

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Chris Paul says Scott Foster intentionally penalized him in Thunder's Game 7 loss to Rockets

Paul has a history with Foster that reared its ugly head again in Oklahoma City's Game 7 loss to Houston on Tuesday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Three takeaways from Game 7 of Thunder vs. Rockets

It certainly wasn't pretty, but the Rockets figured out a way to win Wednesday night's Game 7 against the Thunder.

Jordan Greer

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NBA playoff bracket 2020: Updated TV schedule, scores, results for Round 1 in the bubble

Here's the complete bracket for the 2020 NBA playoffs, including start times, TV channels and scores for every game.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul lifts Thunder to Game 6 win — and reminds Rockets what they're missing

Paul continued his clutch ways in Game 6, leading the Thunder to a 104-100 victory over the Rockets.

Jordan Greer

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Rockets vs. Thunder Game 5 takeaways

Westbrook returned from a quad injury but wasn't asked for much production in a 114-80 Houston win.

Dan Bernstein

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Paul tells of pride in NBA

The NBA united behind the Bucks, leaving NBPA president Chris Paul proud.

Ben Spratt

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NBA postpones playoff games in wake of Bucks boycott over Jacob Blake shooting

The NBA — amid reports that other teams would follow Milwaukee's example and sit out — announced it would postpone Wednesday's remaining games.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Chris Paul speaks out on Jacob Blake shooting after Thunder win: 'It's not right'

The Thunder point guard also called for his fellow professional players to get registered to vote.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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LeBron on surpassing MJ, Duncan: 'Surreal'

LeBron James moved ahead of MJ and the Big Fundamental as he erupted against Portland.

Sacha Pisani

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NBA playoff predictions 2020: Why the Lakers are unlikely to win NBA Finals, according to one model

Here's what happens when Stats Perform simulates the 2020 NBA playoffs. And it is good news for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Ben Spratt

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NBA games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 season restart on Saturday, Aug. 1

Here is a complete TV schedule to watch NBA games on Saturday, Aug. 1 during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for the national broadcasts on ESPN.

Tadd Haislop

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NBA: No positive COVID-19 tests

Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.

Dom Farrell

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NBA returns: STATS preview

Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.

Sacha Pisani

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NBA Twitter points to Chris Paul as source of 'snitch hotline' calls inside Orlando bubble

NBA Twitter is confident Paul will report all violations as quickly as possible.

Jordan Greer

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Chris Paul: Players want to play

But the Thunder guard added that "the (corona)virus is in control."

Dejan Kalinic

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NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

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Chris Paul: NBA players need more than two weeks before returning

Chris Paul spoke about the coronavirus-hit NBA season and the league's potential return.

Sacha Pisani

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Chris Paul, Trae Young already play HORSE in real NBA games

The guards have a habit of hitting ridiculous shots.

Dan Bernstein

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Oklahoma health officials made call to test Jazz for coronavirus despite shortage of kits

The Oklahoma State Department of Health says it made a "public health decision" to bring 58 kits to Chesapeake Energy Arena.

Tom Gatto

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NBA to suspend season after coronavirus diagnosis for player, reportedly Rudy Gobert

The league decided to halt play beginning March 12 after the Jazz's game vs. the Thunder was postponed.

Tom Gatto

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Chris Paul calls Knicks trade rumors a diversion from the Spike Lee fiasco

The Oklahoma City point guard wore the message "Do the Right Thing" on his sneakers during Friday's game in New York.

Jacob Hancock

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NBA trade rumors: Knicks could target Thunder's Chris Paul during 2020 offseason

Could Leon Rose's connection to Chris Paul help facilitate a trade between the Knicks and Thunder?

Jordan Greer

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NBA trade deadline winners and losers: Heat make bold statement

The Heat made a bold statement with their activity ahead of the 2020 trade deadline.

Dan Bernstein

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Which East, West players should earn All-Star reserve spots?

There are only seven All-Star spots left in each conference. It's time to fill out the rest of the rosters.

Jordan Greer

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NBA trade rumors: Hawks out on Andre Drummond deal but could target Thunder's Steven Adams

The Hawks are "no longer engaging" with the Pistons on a deal for the two-time All-Star, according to Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder's Steven Adams has only correct take on Kevin Durant-Kendrick Perkins Twitter argument

Thunder center Steven Adams has a healthy perspective on the silly Kevin Durant-Kendrick Perkins Twitter feud.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder trade rumors: Ranking value of Chris Paul, other top OKC players ahead of deadline

OKC, it appears, isn't letting a strong start to its season alter its plan to turn over the roster.

Tom Gatto

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NBA trade rumors: Chris Paul, Thunder don't believe star guard will leave OKC this season

Chris Paul and the Thunder seem to believe they are stuck with each other — for now.

Jordan Greer

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Doncic-less Mavs snap Bucks' 18-game winning streak despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's 48

No Luka Doncic, no worries for the Mavericks, who stopped the red-hot Bucks on Monday.

Sacha Pisani

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Chris Paul's knowledge of obscure jersey rule helps Thunder capture improbable win over Timberwolves

Well, folks, it's over. No need to continue searching. We have discovered the ultimate Chris Paul moment.

Jordan Greer

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Rondo fined $35,000 by NBA

Rajon Rondo paid the price for "unsportsmanlike physical contact" against an Oklahoma City Thunder player.

Sacha Pisani

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LeBron James makes more history

Making history is just part of the job for LeBron James, who did not get too excited about his most recent milestone achievement.

Russell Greaves

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Warriors struggle in blowout loss

Golden State will look to get its first win of the season in New Orleans Monday as it hits the road to face the Pelicans.

Ameer Tyree

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Green says Warriors "f------ suck"

Green offered a blunt assessment of the Golden State Warriors following Sunday's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Sacha Pisani

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Doncic gets triple-double in win

Last year's Rookie of the Year notched his ninth career triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

Ameer Tyree

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DraftKings NBA DFS Picks Oct. 23: Showdown advice for Celtics vs. 76ers, Thunder vs. Jazz

Celtics vs. 76ers and Thunder vs. Jazz headline Wednesday's NBA action, and both provide familiar faces in new places to use in DraftKings Showdown lineups for single-game NBA DFS action. There's also an 11-game main slate to work with.

Billy Heyen

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Under-the-radar NBA teams, players

The NBA regular season begins Tuesday and there is so much to talk about before the Pelicans and Raptors tip off.

Thomas Lott

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NBA trade rumors: Latest news on Warriors' D'Angelo Russell, Thunder's Steven Adams

Would the Warriors or Thunder consider moving key players during the 2019-20 NBA season? Here is the latest chatter around the rumor mill.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder want to trade Steven Adams

The Thunder are reportedly seeking a draft pick, a young player and salary relief for the veteran center, which is apparently too much.

Arthur Weinstein

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Heat still interested in Chris Paul

Paul averaged 15.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 8.2 assists in 2018-19 and has played in just 58 games in each of the last two seasons.

Ameer Tyree

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Kevin Durant rips Thunder

“I eventually wanted to come back to (OKC) and be part of that community and organization, but I don’t trust nobody there," Durant said.

Chelsea Howard

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Gilgeous-Alexander talks OKC role

Gilgeous-Alexander, acquired from the Clippers in the blockbuster Paul George trade, knows some expect him to help offset Westbrook's loss.

Arthur Weinstein

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Four NBA stars who could be on the move during the 2019-20 season

It wouldn't be much of a surprise if these four NBA players sparked lively trade discussions over the next few months.

Jordan Greer

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Patterson signs with Clippers

The 30-year-old forward will join the revamped Los Angeles roster featuring Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.

E.Jay Zarett

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Presti disagrees with Paul George

"I wouldn't necessarily agree with that because that would infer that we were wanting to trade Paul George," Presti told reporters Thursday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Paul ‘excited’ to play for Thunder

Paul was sent from the Rockets, along with multiple draft picks, to the Thunder this month as part of the Russell Westbrook trade.

E.Jay Zarett

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Thunder honor victims of Oklahoma City bombing with new City Edition uniforms

The Thunder City Edition uniforms will honor the victims lost in the Oklahoma City bombing as the 25th anniversary of the tragic incident approaches.

Blair Berry

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Chris Paul's coaching debut in The Basketball Tournament is a winner

The Thunder guard gets the W with . . . Team CP3.

Tom Gatto

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Thunder GM receives death threats

The angry fan said he wanted to kill the GM and coach and threatened both of their families, according to court documents.

Chelsea Howard

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Paul expected to stay with Thunder

The Heat reportedly had interest in Paul at some point during the offseason, but they are no longer "actively pursuing" him.

Thomas Lott

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Could Chris Paul join Lakers, LeBron James?

There isn't much of a market for Chris Paul, though there is one team always interested in stars of any kind. Could the Lakers make a play for the veteran guard?

Jordan Greer

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Presti addresses Westbrook trade

"He has left an indelible mark on this team, city and state," Presti said. "None of us could have anticipated the player he has become."

E.Jay Zarett

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Heat not ‘actively pursuing’ CP3

Oklahoma City acquired Paul, along with two first-round selections and two pick swaps, from the Rockets in exchange for Russell Westbrook.

E.Jay Zarett

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Russell Westbrook laughs at Kevin Durant joke during comedy show

Comedian Lance Woods told a joke about Kevin Durant, and Russell Westbrook found it hilarious.

Alyssa Sconzo

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Russell Westbrook trade grades for Rockets and Thunder

What does the Russell Westbrook trade mean for the Rockets and Thunder moving forward? Here is a breakdown of the short- and long-term ramifications for each side.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder, Heat talking Paul trade

Oklahoma City hopes Paul won't "play a game in a Thunder uniform" after the guard was traded from the Rockets late Thursday.

Chelsea Howard

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NBA championship odds 2020: Odds for Thunder, Rockets adjusted after Russell Westbrook-Chris Paul blockbuster

The latest NBA megatrade left everyone's head spinning. Here's how the Vegas odds have moved in wake of the deal.

Drew Nantais

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Harden, Paul rift wasn't a problem

The mounting rift between Paul and Harden had been reported in June, revealing Paul demanded a trade. But Paul and GM Daryl Morey denied it.

Chelsea Howard

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Westbrook trade big for Rockets

Houston's decision to trade Chris Paul for Russell Westbrook makes team owner Tilman Fertitta excited.

Tom Webber

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Thunder draft picks after trades

In total, Oklahoma City has added eight first-round picks this offseason and holds 15 over the next seven drafts.

E.Jay Zarett

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Rockets reunite Westbrook, Harden

Harden and Westbrook were part of one of the most promising young teams with the Thunder and now they're back together.

Thomas Lott

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Will Thunder move Chris Paul again?

Oklahoma City acquired Paul, along with two first-round selections and two pick swaps, from the Rockets on Thursday for Russell Westbrook.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA players react to Rockets trading for Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook will be reuniting with James Harden in Houston. Players around the NBA took to Twitter to share their reactions to the surprising trade.

Jordan Greer

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Daryl Morey swore he wasn't trading Chris Paul — and then he traded him

The Rockets' general manager kept saying the point guard wasn't leaving Houston. Now the point guard is leaving Houston.

Tom Gatto

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Russell Westbrook trade rumors: These five teams could target Thunder's star guard

Which NBA teams could pursue a trade for Thunder star Russell Westbrook? Finding the right fit isn't easy.

Jordan Greer

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Russell Westbrook trade rumors: Rockets pursuing three-team deal for Thunder guard

The Heat seem to be the favorite to land Russell Westbrook with the Thunder guard now on the trade block, but the Rockets aren't giving up just yet.

Jordan Greer

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Westbrook ‘welcomes idea’ of trade

The Thunder appear like they’ll be entering a rebuild after sending Paul George to the Clippers this weekend.

E.Jay Zarett

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OKC trades Jerami Grant to Nuggets

The Thunder will receive a 2020 first-round pick for Grant, marking the sixth future first-rounder OKC has acquired in the past week.

Gabrielle McMillen

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NBA rumors: Thunder tried to trade Russell Westbrook to Raptors, 'likely' to still deal him

The Thunder reportedly failed on a trade that would have sent Russell Westbrook and Paul George to the Raptors, creating a super team with Kawhi Leonard.

Jordan Heck

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NBA championship odds 2020: Clippers become title favorites with Kawhi Leonard, Paul George

The Clippers were listed from 2-1 to 3-1 in futures lines immediately after the news.

Tom Gatto

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NBA free agency 2019: Clippers add Kawhi Leonard, Paul George in Friday night stunner, report says

LA agreed to sign the two-time Finals MVP and trade for another star forward just before the NBA's moratorium on deals ends.

Tom Gatto

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Adams, Schroder 'very available'

Oklahoma City has “increased its efforts” to reduce salary by attaching a contract to the No. 21 pick in Thursday’s draft, according to SI.

E.Jay Zarett

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Tiger Woods loses poker showdown to Russell Westbrook at charity event

Tiger Woods is in Las Vegas hosting his annual Tiger Jam, an event that raises money for his TGR Foundation.

Alyssa Sconzo

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NBA playoffs today 2019: Live scores, TV schedule, updates

Follow Sporting News' hub for the 2019 NBA playoffs, including live updates, scores and a full TV schedule for every playoff game, every night.

Jordan Greer

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Westbrook, George undergo surgeries

George is expected to miss the start of training camp, according to a report from ESPN.

Ameer Tyree

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Thunder offseason preview: Trade Russell Westbrook? Fire Billy Donovan? OKC is stuck with bad options

Next year has to be viewed with some dread on the part of Thunder fans. Will Oklahoma City just bring back the same roster and have the same kind of first-round flameout in 2019-20?

Sean Deveney

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Thunder's latest playoff failure should make Russell Westbrook, OKC question everything

The Thunder's most recent first-round flameout brought one inescapable fact to the surface. Russell Westbrook's playing style simply hasn't worked when it matters most, and it's hard to see why it ever would going forward.

Joe Morgan

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Westbrook on recent criticism

Westbrook shot just 36% from the field and 32.4% from 3-point range in Oklahoma City’s first round series against the Trail Blazers.

E.Jay Zarett

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Russell Westbrook challenged Damian Lillard, then the Trail Blazers star torched the Thunder

Thunder triple-double machine Russell Westbrook told Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard he has been dominating him for years. That may have been a bad idea.

Jordan Greer

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Trail Blazers' Damian Lillard, Enes Kanter, Jusuf Nurkic send parting shots at Thunder

The Trail Blazers really enjoyed eliminating the Thunder from the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Jordan Greer

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Twitter reacts to Lillard's shot

With the score tied and less than five seconds remaining in the game, Lillard made what seemed like an unlikely shot from 37 feet out.

Chelsea Howard

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Damian Lillard eliminates Thunder

Damian Lillard delivered in a big way for the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Raptors, 76ers get blowout wins

The Raptors and 76ers were both upset in Game 1, but won four straight to eliminate their opponents.

Ameer Tyree

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'NBA on TNT' crew debates Russell Westbrook's 'next question' press-conference routine

Should Thunder star Russell Westbrook behave differently during his press conferences? The "NBA on TNT" crew offered some thoughts after Oklahoma City's Game 4 loss.

Jordan Greer

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McCollum driven by Blazers past woe

CJ McCollum's Trail Blazers are on the brink of a semifinal spot in the West, but past NBA playoffs failures continue to motivate him.

Dom Farrell

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Lillard clears up Westbrook feud

“The funny thing is, off the court, me and Russ is real cool,” Lillard told The Oregonian on Saturday.

Ameer Tyree

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George: Westbrook a man of his word

Russell Westbrook puts up 33 points and 11 assists as the Thunder beat the Blazers to cut Portland's series lead to 2-1.

Tom Webber

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Raptors just hold off Magic surge

Both teams were careless with the ball, but the Magic evaporated Toronto's lead down the stretch.

Ameer Tyree

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Lillard not getting carried away

Damian Lillard is not getting carried away despite the Trail Blazers taking a 2-0 series lead over the Thunder.

Alex Fisher

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Raptors get big win over Magic

Second-seeded Toronto improved considerably, and Kawhi Leonard was simply unstoppable against Orlando.

Ameer Tyree

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Kanter speaks on time with Knicks

The Trail Blazers center posted 20 points and 18 rebounds in his team's 104-99 win over the Thunder on Sunday.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA wrap: April 14

The Celtics topped the Pacers 84-74 in Boston and kicked off their first-round playoff series strong.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA playoffs bracket 2019: Western Conference first-round series picks, predictions, breakdowns

Sporting News' Sean Deveney breaks down each Western Conference first-round series and offers his playoff picks.

Sean Deveney

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Paul George injury update

George said "as much as I can get it 100 (percent) as possible or close to it, you can expect me out there Sunday" for Game 1 in Portland.

Bob Hille

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2019 NBA Western Conference preview

The Warriors are favored to win it all again while the No. 2 team in the conference has a very tough first-round matchup.

Thomas Lott

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Trail Blazers vs. Thunder: Predictions, picks for 2019 NBA playoffs first-round series

Everything you need to know about the Trail Blazers and Thunder before their first-round series in the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Sean Deveney

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West series by the numbers

Here’s a breakdown of all the first-round West series, by the numbers.

E.Jay Zarett

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5 players who can swing a series

One player can make the difference down the stretch in a tight matchup. And one game can swing a series in either direction.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA wrap: April 10

Detroit jumped out to an early lead and pulled away for an easy 115-89 victory over the Knicks on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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NBA wrap: April 9

Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki each played their last home games, as both have plans to retire after the season.

Ameer Tyree

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NBA MVP race: Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden, Paul George set stage for award showdown

How should we separate Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden and Paul George within the MVP debate? That's what we're here to figure out.

Jordan Greer

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Russell Westbrook might play jerk, but harsh fans are real problem

Russell Westbrook takes fan abuse until finally he reacts and sets off a new wave of outrage. But it's not Westbrook who has trouble dealing with harsh crowds. It’s harsh crowds that have trouble dealing with Westbrook.

Sean Deveney

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Thunder vs. Trail Blazers: Time, TV channel, how to live stream

Thursday's matchup is the fourth and final time the Thunder and Trail Blazers meet in the regular season, with Oklahoma City holding a 3-0 advantage in the series.

Thomas Schlarp

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Gregg Popovich has masterfully kept Spurs in playoff position

San Antonio moved into a tie for seventh in the West with a victory over Oklahoma City on Saturday.

Dan Bernstein

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76ers vs. Thunder: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Thunder will host the 76ers in a primetime matchup Thursday night (8 p.m. ET, TNT).

Alyssa Sconzo

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Lakers vs. Thunder: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Lakers head to Oklahoma City to take on the Thunder on Thursday night. Here's everything you need to know to tune in.

Drew Nantais

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Thunder vs. Spurs: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Thunder head to San Antonio to take on the Spurs. Here’s when, where and how to watch the Western Conference matchup.

Shanna McCarriston

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Raptors approached Thunder about DeMar DeRozan-Paul George trade last season

The Raptors made one of the biggest splashes of the NBA offseason by trading DeMar DeRozan to the Spurs in exchange for Kawhi Leonard. Apparently that wasn't the only deal Toronto considered involving DeRozan.

Jordan Greer

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FanDuel NBA DFS: Pick advice, lineup sleepers for Friday, December 28

SN provides well-researched lineup tips, sleepers and busts for NBA DFS players playing in Friday's FanDuel contests.

Dan Bernstein

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NBA Christmas games 2018: Full schedule, tipoff times, how to watch

The NBA's annual Christmas Day tradition continues with a full slate of five games, including a primetime Western Conference matchup between the Lakers and Warriors.

Jordan Greer

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NBA MVP race: Contenders closing gap on Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo is still the top MVP candidate, but other stars like LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard are keeping the race competitive.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder vs. Kings: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Thunder travel to Sacramento on Wednesday to take on the Kings. Here's all the info you need to tune in.

Drew Nantais

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What happens when NBA stars leave? Road back to relevance isn't easy

Sporting News identified 11 star NBA players who left behind their franchises and had a look at some common themes that emerged in the aftermath of their departures.

Sean Deveney

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Rockets vs. Thunder: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

When, where and how to watch Rockets vs. Thunder.

Alyssa Sconzo

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Russell Westbrook gets robbed in lopsided trade with young Thunder fan

Russell Westbrook executed a trade before Sunday's game against the Suns. It was not a good deal for the Thunder star.

Jordan Greer

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Charles Barkley roasts 'damn idiot' Russell Westbrook for his red overalls

Charles Barkley said Russell Westbrook's red overalls made him look like a "damn idiot."

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When does 2018-19 NBA season start? Schedule, first game for each team

If you're wondering when the 2018-19 NBA season starts — and more importantly, when your favorite team plays its first game — we've got you covered.

Alyssa Sconzo

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Stephen Curry, Warriors hold off feisty Thunder in season opener

Warriors star Stephen Curry scored a game-high 32 points on opening night to lead Golden State past the Thunder.

Jordan Greer

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Western Conference Tiers: Get ready for wild playoff race (and more Warriors domination)

The Western Conference is as strong as it has ever been with 12 of the 15 All-NBA selections set to play out West this season. Here's how we see the West shaking out.

Joe Morgan

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Sporting News' NBA Top 100: Ranking basketball's best players (80-100)

As we head into the beginning of the 2018-19 NBA season, we're rolling out our Top 100 players. Here's how it looks from 80-100.

Sean Deveney

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MJ, LeBron, Westbrook and beyond: A look back at Kobe Bryant's greatest rivalries

Kobe Bryant battled against some of the greatest players of all time over the course of his 20-year NBA career.

Sporting News

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NBA Power Rankings: Warriors stay on top; LeBron James, Lakers make big jump

After considering the changes made and where teams stand now, here’s how we see the coming season shaping up for the remade and revamped NBA.

Sean Deveney

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NBA schedule release: 76ers vs. Celtics, Thunder vs. Warriors kick off 2018-19 season

The NBA released game schedules for Opening Night, Christmas Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Which teams got primetime placement?

Jordan Greer

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NBA free agency tracker 2018: Latest news, rumors, signings of best available players

Tracking the latest news, rumors and speculation with the NBA's free-agency season back in full swing.

Jordan Greer

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Steven Adams shares great story about smelling Gregg Popovich's hair

After the Spurs defeated the Thunder in the 2014 Western Conference finals, Steven Adams was on a mission to connect with Spurs coach Gregg Popovich.

Jordan Greer

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Can trade to Thunder unleash Dennis Schroder's full potential?

Schroder has the potential to keep the Thunder afloat whenever Russell Westbrook isn't on the court.

Sporting News

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NBA free agency winners and losers: Warriors, Celtics stay on top; Rockets left searching for answers

Top NBA stars like LeBron James, Paul George, Chris Paul and Kevin Durant are off the market. Less than one week into free agency, it’s already time to pick winners and losers.

Sean Deveney

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How George's move could impact Leonard's future

The Thunder bet Paul George could be persuaded to stay put, and they were right. Could another team see the results of that success and be willing to make a big offer for Kawhi Leonard?

Sean Deveney

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What are George's best options in free agency?

Could Paul George make a return to the Pacers this offseason or is he destined to play for his hometown team?

Scott Rafferty

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Ranking top 10 free agents at each position

Only days away from the start of NBA free agency, we looked at the 10 best players at each position, covering what might happen to them this summer.

Sean Deveney

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NBA Draft 2018 trades: Tracking draft-night deals

NBA Draft night usually includes a flurry of trade activity. SN is keeping track of the deals that take place at the 2018 draft.

Tom Gatto

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NBA free agency rumors: Don't rule out Paul George returning to Thunder

Rumors have been swirling all season long about Paul George joining the Lakers. But the Thunder still have a chance to keep the five-time All-Star.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder's Steven Adams accidentally likes anti-Carmelo Anthony comment on Instagram

All it takes is one little slip of the finger on social media, and suddenly an athlete can be in big trouble. Steven Adams found that out the hard way.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder offseason outlook: How will OKC handle Paul George, Carmelo Anthony after early playoff exit?

After losing to the Jazz in the first round of the 2018 NBA playoffs, the Thunder must decide whether they need to make changes to the roster and coaching staff.

Sean Deveney

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Russell Westbrook snaps at Jazz fans twice in Game 6, rips them after OKC loss

Thunder guard Russell Westbrook says arena spectators wouldn't dare heckle him "on the street," because "I don't play that s—."

Tom Gatto

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It's time for Thunder to send Carmelo Anthony to bench — and leave him there

Putting Carmelo Anthony on the bench runs the risk of wounding his professional pride, but it's too late for Thunder coach Billy Donovan to worry about that now.

Sean Deveney

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Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell is outshining Thunder's stars on NBA's biggest stage

Having outplayed Russell Westbrook and Paul George to this point of the series, it’s as clear as ever that Donovan Mitchell is on the path to superstardom.

Scott Rafferty

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Thunder's Paul George, Jazz's Joe Ingles continue physical feud in Game 4

The physical battle continued between the Jazz and Thunder on Monday night with Paul George and Joe Ingles getting tangled up — again.

Benyam Kidane

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NBA playoffs 2018: Could Dante Exum be key to deep Jazz run?

In just over a month-long time period, Dante Exum has shown that he’s the Jazz’s best hope to make some noise in the playoffs.

Gabe Fernandez

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Six big questions that will determine 2018 NBA playoffs

Let’s take a look at six questions that will likely determine the outcome of this year’s playoffs, starting with the team that has the most to lose in the opening round.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA playoffs 2018: 'NBA 2K18' predicts multiple upsets in competitive first round

Injuries and parity have introduced uncertainty to the first round of this year's NBA playoffs. The simulation engine in "NBA 2K18" provides some insight on what to expect.

Bryan Wiedey

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Brian Davis suspended for saying Russell Westbrook was 'out of his cotton-picking mind'

Brian Davis was suspended one game by the Thunder for saying Russell Westbrook was "out of his cotton-picking mind" during a broadcast.

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NBA playoffs 2018: Standings, clinching scenarios ahead of Monday's games

With only three days left in the 2017-18 NBA regular season, the playoff picture is far from clear. Here are the clinching scenarios ahead of Monday night's slate of games.

Jordan Greer

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Can West playoff field challenge Rockets, Warriors? Examining each team's case

The Warriors and Rockets will have to navigate difficult roads in order to earn a trip to the NBA Finals, so let’s take a closer look at the teams hoping to ruin their championship dreams.

Joe Morgan

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Carmelo Anthony helped bus 4,500 kids to March for Our Lives rally from Baltimore

Carmelo Anthony continued his history of giving back to Baltimore and being socially active.

Gabe Fernandez

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Marcus Morris' game-winner completes wild ending to Celts' rally past Thunder

A Marcus Morris prayer, a Kevin Garnett prediction and a wild comeback by the Celtics over the Thunder: Not just another Tuesday night.

Kenan Goyette

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NBA sides with officials on no-call in Thunder-Raptors that led to DeRozan ejection

The league deems Corey Brewer's contact with DeMar DeRozan late in Sunday's Thunder-Raptors game legal. DeRozan was among three people ejected in the aftermath of the no-call.

Tom Gatto

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Thunder vs. Celtics: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

A surging Thunder team visits the Celtics on Tuesday night with NBA playoff positioning on the line.

Jordan Greer

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Bizarre ending to Thunder-Raptors leaves Dwane Casey confused, DeMar DeRozan furious

Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan, forward Serge Ibaka and head coach Dwane Casey were all ejected with less than 10 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter of Toronto's loss to Oklahoma City.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder's Steven Adams got hit in the groin — again

During Sunday’s game against the Raptors, Thunder center Steven Adams took a knee straight to the groin from Serge Ibaka.

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Russell Westbrook's historic night encapsulates what makes Thunder star so special

Russell Westbrook's coaches and teammates couldn't help but marvel at the Thunder guard's greatness after he hit 100 career triple-doubles Tuesday night.

Nubyjas Wilborn

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Harrison Barnes tells us what we already knew about 2016 Thunder

Former Warriors forward Harrison Barnes believes the Thunder should have gone to the 2016 NBA Finals.

Carlan Gay

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Wednesday NBA scores, highlights

The Pelicans came back from 15 points down to beat the Spurs as Popovich was ejected in the opening minute of the third quarter.

Thomas Lott

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Thunder vs. Warriors: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Warriors are aiming for their first win against the Thunder this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Five big NBA questions that need answers down final stretch of 2018 season

Can Russell Westbrook average a triple-double again? Who wins the Rookie of the Year award? NBA fans will soon find out as the regular season comes to a close.

Gilbert McGregor

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Cavs vs. Thunder: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

After a dominant showing in Boston on Sunday, the Cavs look to keep building momentum before the All-Star break with a win in Oklahoma City.

Gilbert McGregor

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Paul George keeping LA in play even as he enjoys All-Star season in OKC

The attraction of playing at home is strong for Paul George, who's having an All-Star season in the heartland.

Tom Gatto

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Thunder vs. Lakers: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Lakers go for a fourth straight win when the Thunder come to Los Angeles on Thursday.

Gilbert McGregor

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Russell Westbrook gets phantom call against Warriors

Russell Westbrook can be his own worst enemy on the floor, but sometimes Kevin Durant deserves to be blamed for it.

Gabe Fernandez

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Russell Westbrook gives wandering spectator shove after Thunder loss

The Thunder point guard pushed the fan, who was where he shouldn't have been, before security finally arrived.

Tom Gatto

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Andre Roberson's injury deals brutal blow to Thunder's chances of shaking up West

It may not seem like a huge loss on the surface, but it's hard to overstate how much Andre Roberson means to the Thunder defense.

Jordan Greer

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Thunder's Steven Adams, monster of offensive boards, is NBA's best security blanket

The Thunder's stars know if they miss a shot there's a good chance Steven Adams is coming down with the ball. What makes Adams such an effective offensive rebounder?

Scott Rafferty

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NBA All-Star 2018: Paul George, Chris Paul, Ben Simmons among biggest snubs

Thunder forward Paul George and Rockets guard Chris Paul were not selected as reserves for this year's NBA All-Star Game. They're two of the five biggest-name players not to be chosen.

Tom Gatto

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NBA All-Star 2018: Predictions for East, West reserves (and this year's biggest snubs)

With the starters set, attention now turns to the reserves who will fill out the rest of the NBA All-Star rosters. Which players deserve a spot? And who will be snubbed this year?

Sean Deveney

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Nike, Paul George release PlayStation-themed light-up shoes

Paul George's new shoes will light up the NBA, literally.

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 22 games include Celtics-Warriors, Cavaliers-Spurs

The top games in the NBA this week are headlined by a showdown between the East-leading Celtics and West-leading Warriors.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 15 games include full MLK Day lineup, Warriors-Cavs

This week's NBA schedule includes a few highly-anticipated matchups between top teams, including Warriors vs. Cavs and Warriors vs. Rockets.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA trade rumors: Paul George, DeMarcus Cousins are fun, but unrealistic trade targets

While it's fun to imagine scenarios in which Paul George and DeMarcus Cousins end up wearing new uniforms, it's unlikely you'll see either one leaving their current teams.

Jordan Greer

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Jimmy Butler gives perfect, colorful description of Steven Adams' strength

Thunder center Steven Adams is a monster of a man. Just ask Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler.

Jordan Greer

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NBA schedule: Week of Jan. 8 games include Cavs-Raptors and Warriors-Bucks

A matchup between two Eastern Conference contenders highlights this week's NBA schedule.

Skylar Rolstad

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Paul George addresses persistent Lakers rumors ahead of LA road trip

Those rumors surrounding Paul George possibly joining the Lakers this offseason will not die down, and George isn't hiding from them.

Jordan Greer

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Rockets vs. Thunder: Score, results, highlights from OKC's close Christmas victory

Sporting News provided live updates for the matchup between the Rockets and Thunder. Find out how OKC escaped with a win on Christmas Day.

Jordan Greer

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NBA on Christmas Day: What to watch for in each game, including Cavs vs. Warriors rematch

The headliner is a rematch of the last three NBA Finals between the Cavaliers and Warriors, but there’s a good balance of teams looking to compete this season and teams looking to compete in the future.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA schedule: Week of Dec. 25 NBA games, including premier Christmas Day matchups

Cavs-Warriors highlights the NBA Christmas Day schedule, but the rest of the week also packs a few must-see games.

Skylar Rolstad

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NBA trade deadline buyers and sellers: Will Thunder, Cavs make big moves?

Will Paul George stay in OKC? How will the Grizzlies handle Marc Gasol? SN's Sean Deveney takes a look at potential buyers and sellers ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

Sean Deveney

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Thunder vs. Pacers: Score, results, highlights from OKC's close win

Sporting News provided live updates as the Thunder escaped Indiana with a win over the Pacers. Catch up on what you missed right here.

Jordan Greer

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After near-unanimous bashing of Paul George trade, Pacers deserve an apology

Despite the panning of the Victor Oladipo-Domantas Sabonis package, the Pacers have emerged quickly from the ashes of Paul George’s trade demand without a slide into oblivion.

Sean Deveney

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Who's on the hot seat? Evaluating job security of every NBA coach

Should Doc Rivers, Billy Donovan and Frank Vogel be worried about their jobs? SN's Sean Deveney takes a look at every NBA coach and determines who is safe and who has serious work to do.

Sean Deveney

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