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.
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Icon / Video Created with Sketch. Icon / Video Created with Sketch. Oklahoma City Thunder 2022 Lottery Odds Guide The final odds are in, so where will Oklahoma City draft?
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. Evaluating the Thunder’s 2021-22 Offense Despite rough numbers, there is plenty of upside for OKC on the offensive end.
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. 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
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. Is There a Russell Westbrook Trade That Makes Sense for OKC? Westbrook has a $47 million player option this offseason
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. A Look Back at Olivier Sarr’s Time in OKC Is this the last time we see Olivier Sarr in OKC?
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. Theo Maledon is Playing his Way Into the Thunder’s Plans Theo Maledon's recent stretch should have OKC penciling him into future plans
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. 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.
Icon / Video Created with Sketch. 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 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 SGA is hitting new heights as a passer
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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 A look at the Thunder's longest droughts.
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