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Ivan White

Ivan White

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Ivan is a sports media student at Oklahoma State University. He has covered the OKC Thunder since 2022 and covers OSU athletics for The O’Colly.

Nov 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoots against the Golden State Warriors during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder: Jalen Williams Embracing Increased Role Amid Injuries

The Thunder's rising star is growing up fast and taking on new roles.

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Nov 2, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) looks to pass against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Could Struggle to Maintain Historic Defense

The Thunder's defense has been the best in the league, but too many factors are in play to hit a historic threshold.

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Apr 21, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder mascot Rumble the Bison waves a giant flag before the start of game one of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Must Take Advantage of Six-Game Homestand

The Thunder will have nearly two weeks between road games.

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Nov 2, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9) shoots against LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Need Alex Caruso's Offense to Come Around

The Thunder could use another scoring punch off the bench and Caruso has yet to deliver.

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Nov 4, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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3 Takeaways From the OKC Thunder’s Seventh-Straight Double-Digit Win

The Thunder took care of business against the Magic for another big win.

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Nov 2, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives the ball against LA Clippers guard Terance Mann (14) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Win Over Clippers Comes With Extra Benefit

The Thunder stayed undefeated, and their opponent made the win a little sweeter.

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Oct 30, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) dribbles the ball down the court against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Ajay Mitchell Having Strong Start to Potential All-Rookie Campaign

The Thunder's second-round pick has looked like a solid piece throughout the first five games.

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Oct 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) warms up before the start of a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Should be More Selective About His 3-Point Attempts

The Thunder's star hasn't been afraid to shoot from deep, but it might be wise to scale back.

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Oct 30, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket beside San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (0) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

OKC Thunder Handling Business Against Inferior Teams

OKC Thunder Handling Business Against Inferior Teams

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Oct 26, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket against Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (0) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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3 Takeaways From the OKC Thunder’s Dominant Win in Chicago

The Thunder continued to send a message to the rest of the league with another blowout win.

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Alex Caruso is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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OKC Thunder With Opportunity to Showcase Reason for Alex Caruso Trade

The Thunder and Bulls made a swap this summer that helped Oklahoma City raise its ceiling.

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Oct 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Dario Saric (9) defends on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) in the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Bench Provides Boost in Dominant Season Opener

The Thunder's second unit shined against one of the league's premier teams.

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