Sam Presti, Oklahoma City Thunder
Sam Presti hopes 2024-25 OKC Thunder plays with rhythm, avoids relying on pure talent
As Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti spoke during his annual preseason presser, he made it clear what he wants to accomplish in the 2024-25 season -- to be a team that plays in rhythm.
Sam Presti believes playing in Western Conference has accelerated OKC Thunder's ascension
Thunder general Sam Presti believes the ultra competitiveness in the Western Conference has fortified OKC's quick ascension into a title contender. He discussed the benefits of being in the deeper conference in his 2024-25 preseason presser.
Thunder GM Sam Presti provides update on rookie Nikola Topić
Thunder general manager Sam Presti said rookie Nikola Topić is in good spirits after undergoing surgery to address a torn left ACL on July 24.
OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti sees 2024 Christmas slate snub as challenge
OKC will be a title contender for the foreseeable future. Many thought it was a given the Thunder would be included in at least one of those day's events. Thunder general manager Sam Presti shared his thoughts on the league's decision to give the Thunder Christmas off.
OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti explains 2025 NBA trade deadline approach
Preparing for the 2024-25 season in his preseason presser, Presti reiterated the lessons he learned from this past trade deadline. The Thunder GM talked about how last year's experience might impact this year's deadline if OKC rolls into 2025 with an obvious need.
Why Sam Presti is refusing to define team, season as OKC Thunder aims to write history
It’s impossible for Sam Presti to view this current Thunder team, this iteration, in totality. It’s unwritten history.
OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti to conduct 2024-25 preseason press conference
The Oklahoma City Thunder are less than a week away from hosting their 2024-25 Media Day, but another notable event will occur first. Thunder general manager Sam Presti will conduct his annual preseason press conference on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 10:30 a.m. CT.
OKC Thunder Benefits From Playing in Western Conference
Iron Sharpens Iron as the old saying goes, which is an adage Oklahoma City Thunder executive Sam Presti clearly believes in. Playing in the rough and tumble We
GM Sam Presti drops major Nikola Topic statement
The decision to draft injured prospect Nikola Topic with the No. 12 overall pick in June’s NBA Draft prompted mixed reactions ...
Wizards' Will Dawkins takes Sam Presti 'growing pains' approach to rebuild
Wizards GM Will Dawkins claims the team is still in the early stages of their rebuild as the 2024-25 NBA season draws near.
Thunder Executive Talks NBA Expansion and Potential Rule Changes
NBA Expansion has been a long time coming and now feels to be a question of when, not if, the league will get to 32 teams. With that comes a plethora of discuss ...
Thunder GM praises the personal and professional growth of SGA
Early in his career, Shai was known for his natural ability to get to the rim while not being a strong defender. In the past ...
Thunder GM Sam Presti explains biggest hold up on potential Alex Caruso contract extension
The Oklahoma City Thunder will have to wait a while before beginning contract extension talks with Alex Caruso.
Berry Tramel: This Thunder roster looks like the best in franchise history
OKLAHOMA CITY — Sam Presti served up his annual State of the Thunder address Wednesday morning just off Britton Road.
Thunder Want to Retain Key Guard 'For a Long Time'
While the Oklahoma City Thunder are viewed as the favorites in the West, the NBA is as much as an off-the-court sport as it is played on the hardwood. The devil ...