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Michael Stamps

Michael Stamps

Joined: Aug 20, 2024

Michael is a sophomore from Papillion, NE who is currently a student at the University of Missouri studying journalism. He covers the university’s football program at Missouri Tigers on SI and is the co-sports editor for The Maneater, the student publication for the university.

Nov 13, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) and New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) fight for a loose ball during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Undermanned OKC Secures Tenth Win of Season Against New Orleans

The small-ball Thunder ran away with the game in the second half thanks to the performances of Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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Oct 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Malevy Leons (17) and San Antonio Spurs guard Brandon Boston, Jr. (4) battle for the loose ball during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder G-League Forward Could Add Big Man Depth Amidst Injuries

Though he's inexperienced and just played his first G-League Game for the OKC Blues, this Thunder rookie could help out unexpectedly.

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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 Responds After First Loss, Blows out Houston at Home

The Thunder showed the best response they could against Houston, showing no doubt in a blowout victory.

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Nov 6, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Members of the Oklahoma City Thunder bench react in the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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What Must the OKC Thunder do to Bounce Back After Its First Loss?

Seeing the first loss on a record can be demoralizing. What must OKC do to respond after seeing the first defeat go down?

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Nov 6, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball past Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) in the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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OKC Falters in Fourth Quarter, Drops First Game of Season to Denver

Despite leading for nearly three quarters, OKC slipped up in the final period and gave Denver a way into the game, falling 124-122.

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Nov 4, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) gestures after scoring against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Land Two Talented Freshmen in NBA Mock Draft

Even as OKC continues to win early in the new NBA season, they're still was predicted to pick up two first rounds picks in the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Nov 1, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (8) drives to the basket against Portland Trailblazers center Deandre Ayton (2) and forward Deni Avdija (8) during the first quarter at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Murphy-Imagn Images
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OKC Takes Down Portland on the Road, Maintains Undefeated Record

Another consistent overall performance earned the Thunder its fifth win of the season, keeping a zero in the loss column.

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Oct 30, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (10) shoots between Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) and guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Thunder Defense Leading NBA in Multiple Team Statistics

Through four games, the OKC Thunder have excelled in nearly every defensive category thanks to multiple cohesive performances as a unit.

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Oct 30, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) defends during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Holmgren and Dort Shine, Thunder Cruise to Home Victory

A consistent combination of performances from multiple Thunder players aided in its fourth win of the season.

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Oct 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) celebrates after dunking against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Big Man Dubbed 'Biggest Winner' of Week One

The second-year forward looked much improved from his rookie season in OKC's opening week of play.

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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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Aaron Wiggins Boost off Bench Aids in Thunder Victory

One of OKC's bench guards excelled efficiently in scoring the ball.

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Oct 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball over Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) in the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Gilgeous-Alexander Gets Hot in OKC's Opening Game Win Over Denver

The Thunder fell back on its star guard to lead the way in a 102-87 victory.

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