http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ en-us https://specials-images.forbesimg.comhttps://www.forbes.com/imageserve/5e1a4117735f8c000799a229/400x0.jpg?cropX1=0&cropX2=1024&cropY1=0&cropY2=1024 http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ Nicholas Crain's stories. Copyright 2024 Forbes Media LLC http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/05/15/okc-thunder-face-three-game-mini-series-with-western-conference-finals-trip-at-stake/ With the series tied at 2-2, the Dallas Mavericks and OKC Thunder will look to make adjustments in effort to advance to the Western Conference Finals. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_664451ea982a377c9d330dae Wed, 15 May 2024 07:45:51 -0400 2024-05-15T07:45:51-04:00 With the series tied at 2-2, the Dallas Mavericks and OKC Thunder will look to make adjustments in effort to advance to the Western Conference Finals. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/05/08/thunders-shai-gilgeous-alexander-continues-to-climb-league-ladder-with-runner-up-mvp-finish/ After finishing fifth in MVP voting last season, OKC Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished in the top three for his performance in the 2023-24 campaign. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_663c0455df65fb1971a15ae1 Wed, 08 May 2024 19:41:09 -0400 2024-05-09T00:51:44-04:00 After finishing fifth in MVP voting last season, OKC Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished in the top three for his performance in the 2023-24 campaign. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/05/07/okc-thunder-second-round-playoff-preview-against-dallas-mavericks/ Breaking down the keys for the OKC Thunder in their second-round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_6639b5eaf89d9b27155a511f Tue, 07 May 2024 07:30:36 -0400 2024-05-07T09:09:18-04:00 Breaking down the keys for the OKC Thunder in their second-round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/05/01/sweeping-first-round-series-against-pelicans-unlocked-significant-rest-advantage-for-thunder/ Thanks to a sweep of the New Orleans Pelicans in the first-round of the playoffs, the OKC Thunder have earned a rest advantage over their second-round opponent. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_6631cfc6d9919636d81dc6bf Wed, 01 May 2024 07:30:47 -0400 2024-05-07T00:01:24-04:00 Thanks to a sweep of the New Orleans Pelicans in the first-round of the playoffs, the OKC Thunder have earned a rest advantage over their second-round opponent. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/28/mark-daigneaults-nba-coach-of-the-year-campaign-has-been-a-decade-in-the-works/ Although Mark Daigneault has earned NBA Coach of the Year for what he accomplished in the 2023-24 season, his impact on this franchise goes back a decade. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_662eef1b9e39464fa82fd84d Sun, 28 Apr 2024 21:00:08 -0400 2024-05-06T23:53:47-04:00 Although Mark Daigneault has earned NBA Coach of the Year for what he accomplished in the 2023-24 season, his impact on this franchise goes back a decade. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/25/what-to-expect-from-thunder-and-pelicans-as-series-moves-to-new-orleans-for-game-3/ As the opening round series between the Pelicans and Thunder moves to New Orleans for Game 3, what should be expected moving forward? Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_662adc98932195078ec3b412 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:46:50 -0400 2024-05-02T09:27:32-04:00 As the opening round series between the Pelicans and Thunder moves to New Orleans for Game 3, what should be expected moving forward? Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/21/okc-thunder-first-round-playoff-preview-against-new-orleans-pelicans/ As the OKC Thunder and New Orleans Pelicans take the floor today for Game 1 of their opening series, what are some of the things to watch for? Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_662562f2f9e6dd23e35d3722 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:09:54 -0400 2024-05-02T05:58:58-04:00 As the OKC Thunder and New Orleans Pelicans take the floor today for Game 1 of their opening series, what are some of the things to watch for? Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/20/looking-ahead-at-okc-thunders-playoff-path/ Now that the bracket is officially set, let's look ahead at who the Oklahoma City Thunder might play during the playoffs. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_662435ab08c0864c3fbb4b1f Sat, 20 Apr 2024 17:42:44 -0400 2024-05-02T05:55:36-04:00 Now that the bracket is officially set, let's look ahead at who the Oklahoma City Thunder might play during the playoffs. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/18/thunders-shai-gilgeous-alexander-is-officially-the-face-of-converse-basketball/ Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially signed an extension with Converse, which comes with an elevated title and a signature shoe. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_662135b245541a7de6769d9f Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:05:58 -0400 2024-05-02T05:48:23-04:00 Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially signed an extension with Converse, which comes with an elevated title and a signature shoe. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/15/awards-and-accolades-members-of-okc-thunder-should-be-in-running-for/ Following a historic season as the youngest team to ever earn the top seed in the Western Conference, which awards and accolades should members of the Thunder be up for? Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_661ddccb0f1e5f470086c6b7 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 22:12:17 -0400 2024-04-17T03:58:12-04:00 Following a historic season as the youngest team to ever earn the top seed in the Western Conference, which awards and accolades should members of the Thunder be up for? Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/14/how-the-okc-thunder-earned-the-no-1-seed-in-western-conference/ It was an up-and-down season for the Oklahoma City Thunder, but through every challenge and obstacle, this young team found a way to earn the No. 1 seed in the West. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_661c9fa1a6b7367c5332079e Sun, 14 Apr 2024 23:35:04 -0400 2024-04-16T03:36:37-04:00 It was an up-and-down season for the Oklahoma City Thunder, but through every challenge and obstacle, this young team found a way to earn the No. 1 seed in the West. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/13/how-sundays-slate-of-nba-games-will-decide-western-conferences-top-seed/ Breaking down the Western Conference scenarios that will unfold on Sunday to determine the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Where will the Oklahoma City Thunder finish? Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_661aa9cee532740e8d848ec2 Sat, 13 Apr 2024 12:00:38 -0400 2024-04-15T03:30:16-04:00 Breaking down the Western Conference scenarios that will unfold on Sunday to determine the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Where will the Oklahoma City Thunder finish? Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/09/landing-top-seed-not-the-only-positive-path-for-okc-thunder-in-playoffs/ While earning the top spot in the Western Conference would be great for the OKC Thunder, there's other scenarios and playoff pathways that could be advantageous. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_6614c21e56a54b139a2b6473 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 07:30:00 -0400 2024-04-15T03:14:45-04:00 While earning the top spot in the Western Conference would be great for the OKC Thunder, there's other scenarios and playoff pathways that could be advantageous. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/04/05/okc-thunders-draft-pick-positioning-is-becoming-increasingly-clear/ Given the OKC Thunder's 2024 NBA Draft fate lies in the hands of the Houston Rockets, the franchise should have interest in how their season concludes. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_660f83b90458966461d47f00 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:45:00 -0400 2024-04-08T04:04:08-04:00 Given the OKC Thunder's 2024 NBA Draft fate lies in the hands of the Houston Rockets, the franchise should have interest in how their season concludes. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/31/josh-giddey-provides-thunder-spark-late-in-season-when-needed-most/ Down the final stretch of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder have received a much needed spark from Josh Giddey en route to making a push for the top seed in the West. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_6609cc3229d8c4521da6a6c3 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 16:58:13 -0400 2024-04-01T03:36:16-04:00 Down the final stretch of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder have received a much needed spark from Josh Giddey en route to making a push for the top seed in the West. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/29/the-stardom-of-thunders-jalen-williams-transcends-the-court/ While Jalen Williams is a rising star on the court for the Oklahoma City Thunder, he's equally impressive as it relates to building his brand off the floor. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_66074b7c90f6010c03269711 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 19:20:40 -0400 2024-03-30T03:36:45-04:00 While Jalen Williams is a rising star on the court for the Oklahoma City Thunder, he's equally impressive as it relates to building his brand off the floor. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/28/shai-gilgeous-alexanders-quad-injury-could-impact-close-to-thunders-season/ Set to potentially miss his second consecutive game with a quad injury on Friday, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's situation is worth monitoring. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_660611f873fc9239e012abc6 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:02:55 -0400 2024-03-30T03:36:45-04:00 Set to potentially miss his second consecutive game with a quad injury on Friday, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's situation is worth monitoring. Xinhua News Agency via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/24/thunder-likely-to-own-just-one-first-round-pick-in-2024-nba-draft/ This time last year, the Oklahoma City Thunder owned four selections in the first-round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Now, it's likely the team only will have one. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_66008885d24ffb31a456eea7 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 16:12:49 -0400 2024-03-26T01:50:39-04:00 This time last year, the Oklahoma City Thunder owned four selections in the first-round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Now, it's likely the team only will have one. Sports Illustrated via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/23/expect-unconventional-strategies-from-thunder-to-continue-in-postseason/ The Oklahoma City Thunder have found success throughout the rebuild and into this season of contention by being unorthodox. Don't expect that to change in the playoffs. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65fe522152dbd629c756f8d6 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 07:45:00 -0400 2024-03-26T01:49:54-04:00 The Oklahoma City Thunder have found success throughout the rebuild and into this season of contention by being unorthodox. Don't expect that to change in the playoffs. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/19/balanced-production-has-led-thunder-to-elite-offensive-season/ Even in a season that has seen historically efficient offenses, the Oklahoma City Thunder's balanced attack has led to a top offense in the NBA. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65f9132c7350663e6b4d9f62 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:45:00 -0400 2024-03-20T04:08:59-04:00 Even in a season that has seen historically efficient offenses, the Oklahoma City Thunder's balanced attack has led to a top offense in the NBA. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/17/josh-giddey-could-unlock-new-ceiling-for-thunder/ Josh Giddey finding consistent offensive success and building off of his recent performances could unlock an entirely new ceiling for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65f68372ab841071a83824de Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:45:24 -0400 2024-03-18T04:15:59-04:00 Josh Giddey finding consistent offensive success and building off of his recent performances could unlock an entirely new ceiling for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/13/converse-basketball-is-growing-quickly-alongside-headliner-athlete-shai-gilgeous-alexander/ The face of Converse basketball, OKC Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is bringing back a historic brand. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65efd471c34e7219121da186 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:30:00 -0400 2024-03-14T11:02:20-04:00 The face of Converse basketball, OKC Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is bringing back a historic brand. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/07/checking-in-on-okc-thunders-projected-2024-nba-draft-picks/ Not only does the OKC Thunder have a chance to make a deep playoff push now, but there's also a chance GM Sam Presti has two lottery picks in the 2024 NBA Draft to use. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65ea5d85fc8929714cb18a61 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:44:22 -0500 2024-03-12T03:55:32-04:00 Not only does the OKC Thunder have a chance to make a deep playoff push now, but there's also a chance GM Sam Presti has two lottery picks in the 2024 NBA Draft to use. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/03/07/thunders-rebuilt-frontcourt-depth-should-prove-valuable-in-postseason/ When the season started, the OKC Thunder lacked frontcourt depth. Now, coach Mark Daigneault has a variety of options at the backup center spot. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65e9a1aecf7c0447109b6b69 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 07:30:56 -0500 2024-03-08T03:20:06-05:00 When the season started, the OKC Thunder lacked frontcourt depth. Now, coach Mark Daigneault has a variety of options at the backup center spot. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/2024/02/29/thunders-jalen-williams-has-chance-to-pull-off-rare-sophomore-feat/ Although it's very uncommon for a second-year player to win NBA Most Improved Player, OKC Thunder sophomore Jalen Williams has an outside chance. Nick Crain, Contributor Nick Crain, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/nicholascrain/ content_65e127ff6a8bef1870ff8fce Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:02:06 -0500 2024-03-04T12:05:50-05:00 Although it's very uncommon for a second-year player to win NBA Most Improved Player, OKC Thunder sophomore Jalen Williams has an outside chance. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard