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Future between Thunder, Gabriel Deck remains uncertain amidst conflicting offseason reports

When the Oklahoma City Thunder inked, and subsequently bought out, Real Madrid forward Gabriel Deck in April — the deal had been as seen a win-win. For the Thunder, the move allowed them to utilize cap space on an asset in Deck while reaching the salary floor in the process. For Deck’s camp, the signingContinue reading “Future between Thunder, Gabriel Deck remains uncertain amidst conflicting offseason reports”

What we know surrounding the Thunder’s 2021 Summer League roster

The Oklahoma City Thunder have become infamous for keeping their news tight-lipped. Whether it’s a trade, draft selection, or free-agent acquisition — hardly anyone outside of the franchise ever figures out about said move beforehand. That sentiment is no different than the Thunder’s Summer League roster. The Thunder are slated to begin their Summer LeagueContinue reading “What we know surrounding the Thunder’s 2021 Summer League roster”

Rumor mill pairs Thunder next to Markannen, Dinwiddie, others nearing free agency

With NBA free agency kicking off at 5 pm CST on Monday, turnover throughout the league is to be expected. Wielding a surplus of $30 million in cap space, the Oklahoma City Thunder have been tagged a dark horse in bringing on free agent talent. Here is the latest buzz as to who Oklahoma CityContinue reading “Rumor mill pairs Thunder next to Markannen, Dinwiddie, others nearing free agency”

Report: Gabriel Deck in talks with FC Barcelona

When Oklahoma City originally signed forward Gabriel Deck to a four-year, $14.5 million contract, some doubted that the 26-year-old would hang around the Thunder for as long as listed. As reports have trickled into the mainstream, those suspicions may have been correct, but not in the way you might have expected. As first reported byContinue reading “Report: Gabriel Deck in talks with FC Barcelona”

Cam Reddish expected to be “explored” in trade discussions — should the Thunder place an offer?

As we near the final stretch before Thursday’s NBA Draft, discussions and rumors are expected to ramp up as time progresses. As reported on Sunday, it appears player movement is now on the menu, this time with Atlanta Hawks forward Cam Reddish. As first reported by ESPN’s Jonathan Givony, NBA executives are expecting the AtlantaContinue reading “Cam Reddish expected to be “explored” in trade discussions — should the Thunder place an offer?”

Thunder among teams linked to Collin Sexton

Smokescreen season has officially begun. As we continue to near draft day, it’s hard to find players not pummeled in draft rumors. For this week’s batch up reports, Collin Sexton has made the headlines — and Oklahoma City has been pegged as a suitor. As first reported by Sam Amico of HoopsWire, Cavaliers guard CollinContinue reading “Thunder among teams linked to Collin Sexton”

Thunder second-round pick Vit Krejci spotted at Raptors game

With the Thunder wielding an job opening for a two-way contract, any and all leads connecting potential candidates to the franchise will need to be monitored — Wednesday sparked our first droplet of speculation in Vit Krejci. As reported by DailyThunder Writer Brandon Rahbar, Oklahoma City’s second-round selection Vit Krejci was in attendance for Wednesday’sContinue reading “Thunder second-round pick Vit Krejci spotted at Raptors game”

With Delon Wright to Detriot, has Presti garnered leverage for George Hill?

ESPN Senior Writer Adrian Wojnarowski broke the trade deadline first domino late Wednesday night, in a simple move that had no inkling on the Thunder — but it could made a difference. On surface, names in Delon Wright and Cory Joseph should have no impact on the Thunder’s feature endeavors — recent history shows there’sContinue reading “With Delon Wright to Detriot, has Presti garnered leverage for George Hill?”

Kenrich Williams trade “unlikely” according to recent report

Kenrich Williams has been acclaimed by many Thunder fans and media in general to be Oklahoma City’s best trade asset — turns out, he may not get moved at all. Yahoo Sports Writer Keith Smith broke the first substantial news on the 26-year-old wing Wednesday via Twitter, suggesting that Williams may be in for theContinue reading “Kenrich Williams trade “unlikely” according to recent report”

Kenrich Williams garnering buzz, trade value still up in the air

Oklahoma City wing Kenrich Williams has emerged onto the NBA scene as we cross the 24-hour mark from tomorrow’s 3 p.m. ET trade deadline. The 26-year-old has been highly-coveted amongst Thunder fans all-season long, and as he’s continued to prosper under Mark Daigneault, opposing league executives have taken notice. There has been no baseline priceContinue reading “Kenrich Williams garnering buzz, trade value still up in the air”