Ethan Baca

Joined: Sep 16, 2024

February 9, 2012; Sacramento, CA, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (left) high-fives guard James Harden (right) during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Power Balance Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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James Harden Congratulated by Former Thunder Teammate Kevin Durant 15 Years After NBA Debut

Nov 15, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault gestures to his team on a play against the Phoenix Suns during the fourth quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Mark Daigneault Frustrated With OKC Thunder's Free Throw Disparity

Nov 15, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) fights for a rebound against Oklahoma City Thunder guards Cason Wallace (22) and Luguentz Dort (5) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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NBA Cup: OKC Thunder Hold Shorthanded Suns to 83 Points

Nov 13, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) dribbles the ball around New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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OKC Thunder: Aaron Wiggins Showcasing Improved Offense With More Minutes

Nov 11, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket between Los Angeles Clippers guards Norman Powell (24) and James Harden (1) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Gilgeous-Alexander's Career-High 45 Sinks Clippers

The Thunder survived a ferocious Clippers comeback attempt with timely clutch plays.

Nov 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) holds his leg after a hard fall following a play against the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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OKC Thunder Lose Holmgren Early, Fall to Warriors 127-116

The Thunder brought the score within six after trailing by 30 late in the third quarter, but ultimately came up short.

Nov 8, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and guard Ajay Mitchell (25) high-five after a play against the Houston Rockets during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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OKC Thunder: Chet Holmgren Erasing All Durability Concerns

The Thunder's sophomore big man has provided consistent two-way impact while staying healthy.

Nov 1, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (8) brings the ball up court during the second quarter at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Murphy-Imagn Images

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Jalen Williams Finding Groove for OKC Thunder

Williams' all-around performance against the Nuggets underscores his overall improvement from last season.

Nov 4, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA;Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) gestures after scoring a 3-point basket against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

OKC Thunder Defeat Magic 102-86 in Defensive Affair

The Thunder's league-best defense forced Orlando into 35.4% shooting overall and 14.7% from downtown.

Nov 2, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Kevin Porter Jr. (77) drives the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Cason Wallace Providing Crucial Defensive Impact for OKC Thunder

Wallace has made eye-popping contributions to a defensive unit that has been the best in the league so far.

Nov 2, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) passes against LA Clippers guard Kevin Porter Jr. (77) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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OKC Thunder Pull Away From Clippers in Fourth Quarter, Win 105-92

The Thunder are officially undefeated in Intuit Dome after another excellent defensive effort.

Oct 30, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) shoots a 3-point basket over San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) and forward Jeremy Sochan (10) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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2024-25 OKC Thunder 3-Point Shot Selection: Good Process, Poor Results

The Thunder have recorded the NBA's fourth-worst 3-point percentage following last season's league-highest outside percentage despite similar shot quality.

Oct 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) dunks against Atlanta Hawks guard Garrison Mathews (24) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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OKC Thunder: Chet Holmgren Thriving With Increased 2-Point Volume

Oklahoma City's two-way center has taken a noticeable scoring jump because of more interior shots.

Oct 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) drives down the court against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Explosive Fourth Quarter Secures OKC Thunder Home Opener Against Hawks

The Thunder outscored the Hawks 39-18 in the fourth quarter with relentless two-way play.

Oct 26, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Defense, Big Three Power OKC Thunder to Slugfest Victory in Chicago

The Thunder forced numerous turnovers and ran reliable offense through their best players to offset a dreadful 3-point shooting performance.

Oct 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) knocks the ball away from Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32) in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Season Opener Shows OKC Thunder Have Multiple Win Conditions

Oklahoma City cruised to a 15-point win to begin the regular season despite a rough shooting night.