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Nathan Aker

Nathan Aker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Nathan is a senior at the University of Oklahoma majoring in Public Relations set to graduate in May 2024. He holds experience covering multiple sports, primarily basketball, at the high school and collegiate level. 

Dec 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) reacts after the end of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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What Oklahoma City Will Need to Fix in NBA Cup Bout Versus Houston

The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup semifinal. Here are some things they might consider throughout Saturday night's contest.

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Dec 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) steals the ball away from Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Three Takeaways from the OKC Thunder's Handling of the Dallas Mavericks

The Oklahoma City Thunder took down the Dallas Mavericks 118-104 on Tuesday night. Here are three takeaways from this anticipated NBA Cup matchup.

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Nov 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) moves the ball between Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) and forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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How the OKC Thunder Should Approach Tuesday Night's Bout Versus Dallas

The Oklahoma City Thunder dropped its last contest to the Dallas Mavericks without Luka Doncic. How might the Thunder approach this matchup on Tuesday night?

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Dec 7, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images
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Three Takeaways from Oklahoma City's 119-109 Win Over New Orleans

The Oklahoma City Thunder took down the Pelicans to mark its seventh win of its last eight games on Saturday night.

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Dec 5, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) drives to the net against Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter (14) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Arrives with 'Business-Like Approach' in Toronto in 37-Point Win

The Oklahoma City Thunder were ready to go right from the tip versus Toronto, and did not look back on Thursday evening.

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Dec 3, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) drives to the basket beside Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) during the second half of an NBA Cup game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Advance to NBA Cup Quarterfinal in Convincing Fashion

The Oklahoma City Thunder has cashed its ticket to the NBA Cup quarterfinal game, and did it convincingly on Tuesday night.

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Dec 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) reacts after the end of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Three Takeaways from the OKC Thunder's Three-Point Loss to the Houston Rockets

Oklahoma City fell shy against Houston on Sunday night, falling to 15-5 on the season.

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Nov 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) shoots as Golden State Warriors forward Kevon Looney (5) defends during the first half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images
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Aaron Wiggins' Increased Shooting Frequency Paying Dividends

Aaron Wiggins' newly handed, heightened responsibility has boded well thus far for Oklahoma City.

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Nov 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) takes a three-point shot as Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) defends during the first half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Backcourt Stacks up Well Against Lakers

Oklahoma City has an athletic two-way backcourt, and they'll be facing an offensive-minded Lakers backcourt on Friday night.

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Nov 25, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) pushes the ball up the court during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma City's Two-Way Proficiency Leaves Tiny Margin for Error for Opponents

The Thunder's defense forces the most turnovers in the NBA while its offense simultaneously turns the ball over the lease. That leaves little room for error for its matchups.

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Nov 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Isaiah Hartenstein Faces Second Test as a Thunder Against Kings

Isaiah Hartenstein's first outing for Oklahoma City was everything the team could ask for, and he'll look to take that momentum into Monday night versus Sacramento.

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Nov 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) drives down the court against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Lu Dort Retaining and Building Off Impact from a Year Ago

The Thunder's sixth-year man Lu Dort turned a corner in his career a year ago efficiency and play style wise, and he's bringing that into the 2024-25 campaign.

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