Christmas, Sam Presti and 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.
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.
Sam Presti Doesn't See Thunder's Absence from Christmas as an 'Issue'
Most No. 1 seeds in both the Western and Eastern Conference are typically rewarded with a Christmas Day game the following season, but the Oklahoma City Thunder
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.
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.
GM Sam Presti issues bold challenge for OKC Thunder ahead of season
"What we’re trying to do is be the exception to an age-old rule in sports, which is you cannot win at the highest level with young teams"
Sam Presti Discusses NBA Expansion, Hints at Possible Rule Changes
However, when discussing NBA expansion, it is typically done through the lens of the previous expansion rules - this is ...
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 ...
Sam Presti highlights Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's defensive growth ahead of 2024-25 campaign
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti highlighted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's defensive growth during a recent press ...
Thunder Embracing Expectations Ahead of 2024-25 Season
The Oklahoma City Thunder come into the 2024-25 NBA season as the odds-on favorite to win the West and a popular pick to rival the Boston Celtics in the NBA Fin ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...