Sam Lane

Sam Lane

Sam is an Oklahoma State graduate and life-long Oklahoman, following the NBA in Oklahoma City since the New Orleans Hornets’ brief stint there. Sam is in his first season covering the Thunder, following work at Oklahoma State, Softball America and USA TODAY.

Oklahoma City Thunder 2022 Lottery Odds Guide
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Oklahoma City Thunder 2022 Lottery Odds Guide

The final odds are in, so where will Oklahoma City draft?

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Evaluating the Thunder’s 2021-22 Offense
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Evaluating the Thunder’s 2021-22 Offense

Despite rough numbers, there is plenty of upside for OKC on the offensive end.

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Taking Count: How Much Stock Should you put in Jaylen Hoard’s Recent Stretch?
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Taking Count: How Much Stock Should you put in Jaylen Hoard’s Recent Stretch?

A look at whether Jaylen Hoard's recent play is a fluke or a sign of things to come

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Is There a Russell Westbrook Trade That Makes Sense for OKC?
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Is There a Russell Westbrook Trade That Makes Sense for OKC?

Westbrook has a $47 million player option this offseason

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A Look Back at Olivier Sarr’s Time in OKC
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A Look Back at Olivier Sarr’s Time in OKC

Is this the last time we see Olivier Sarr in OKC?

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Theo Maledon is Playing his Way Into the Thunder’s Plans
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Theo Maledon is Playing his Way Into the Thunder’s Plans

Theo Maledon's recent stretch should have OKC penciling him into future plans

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Nets Star Kevin Durant Sounds Off: 'OKC has to retire my jersey'
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Nets Star Kevin Durant Sounds Off: 'OKC has to retire my jersey'

In a recent interview, Nets star Kevin Durant sounded off on his jersey being in the OKC rafters.

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Defining Aleksej Pokusevski's Role with Oklahoma City
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Defining Aleksej Pokusevski's Role with Oklahoma City

A look at where Aleksej Pokusevski fits on the Thunder going forward

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2022 NBA Draft: Thunder Could Find Value at Pick No. 30
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2022 NBA Draft: Thunder Could Find Value at Pick No. 30

If Sam Presti sticks at No. 30, here are a few options to consider ending the first round with

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Helping Hands: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Growing as a Facilitator
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Helping Hands: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Growing as a Facilitator

SGA is hitting new heights as a passer

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Best of the Worst: Thunder on Brink of Top-3 Odds
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Best of the Worst: Thunder on Brink of Top-3 Odds

Wednesday's matchup with the Orlando Magic could have lasting effects

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Thunder Riding Lengthy Losing Streak in Late Stretch
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Thunder Riding Lengthy Losing Streak in Late Stretch

A look at the Thunder's longest droughts.

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