Dustin McLaughlin

Oklahoma City

Sports Journalist at Sports Illustrated

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Building a Winning Culture in Oklahoma City

Jul 30, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By Dustin McLaughlin via si.com, Key points: The Thunder have a talented roster and will only get better in the next few years They have a strong core of players, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren The front office is focused on building a winning culture and bringing a championship to Oklahoma City The Oklahoma City Thunder are poised to win a championship in the next five years, thanks to their talented roster and a commitment to long-term development.
Building for a Dynasty in the Next Five Years

Jul 29, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By Dustin McLaughlin via si.com, Key points: The Thunder's championship window closed four years ago, but they have since rebuilt their roster through smart asset management. Oklahoma City owns a large number of draft picks, giving them flexibility and the ability to reload talent. With a talented roster and the potential for more additions, the Thunder could build a dynasty in the next five years.
Oklahoma City Thunder Could Trade Players to Acquire Lauri Markkanen and Set the Foundation for the Future

Jul 20, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By Dustin McLaughlin via si.com, Key points: The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to trim their roster and may trade players to get more value in return. The Utah Jazz could benefit from acquiring Lauri Markkanen to accelerate their rebuild. A potential trade could involve the Thunder receiving Markkanen and the Jazz receiving Davis Bertans, Tre Mann, Aaron Wiggins, and three first-round picks.
Mann Goes for 23 to Power Thunder Past Sixers, Dieng Bounces Back

Jul 7, 2023 | charlotteobserver.com | Dustin McLaughlin

The Oklahoma City Thunder got off to an incredibly hot start against the Philadelphia Sixers in their third and final game of Salt Lake City's Summer League play on Thursday night. A strong first half by the Thunder resulted in a massive lead and they were able to stave off a pesky Sixers' comeback attempt, 100-91. In a dazzling display of offense through the first two quarters, the Thunder poured in a whopping 62 points while holding the Sixers to just 32.
Mann Goes for 23 to Power Thunder Past Sixers, Dieng Bounces Back

Jul 7, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By Dustin McLaughlin via si.com, The Oklahoma City Thunder got off to an incredibly hot start against the Philadelphia Sixers in their third and final game of Salt Lake City's Summer League play on Thursday night. A strong first half by the Thunder resulted in a massive lead and they were able to stave off a pesky Sixers' comeback attempt, 100-91. In a dazzling display... Read more on Publisher's website
Oklahoma City Thunder Sign Former Nuggets' Two-Way Forward to Standard Contract

Jul 2, 2023 | newsobserver.com | Dustin McLaughlin

As reported by Shams Charania of the Athletic on Saturday, the Oklahoma City Thunder agreed to sign Australian forward Jack White to a standard two-year contract. Further details regarding the contract have yet to be released. White joins the Thunder's roster after competing on a two-way contract for the Denver Nuggets last season.
Oklahoma City Thunder Sign Former Nuggets' Two-Way Forward to Standard Contract

Jul 2, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By Dustin McLaughlin via si.com, As reported by Shams Charania of the Athletic on Saturday, the Oklahoma City Thunder agreed to sign Australian forward Jack White to a standard two-year contract. Further details regarding the contract have yet to be released. White joins the Thunder's roster after competing on a two-way contract for the Denver Nuggets last season. Prior to the beginning of his career... Read more on Publisher's website
Backcourt Edition

Jun 18, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By BVMSports Team By Dustin McLaughlin via si.com, With the 2023 NBA Draft approaching on Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder's trajectory is going to look a little bit different next week as they are expected to add new prospects to their roster with the 12th and 50th pick. But who might they take? And what kind of player might they target? Well, something to consider when trying to... Read more on Publisher's website
Gilgeous-Alexander's Efficient 29 Points Leads Thunder in Loss to Raptors

Mar 17, 2023 | bvmsports.com | Dustin McLaughlin

By BVMSports Team By Dustin McLaughlin, With the Thunder struggling to generate offense, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander still found a way to score 29 points against a lengthy Toronto Raptors team. Less than 48 hours after earning the eighth seed in the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder tipped off against the Toronto Raptors, in Scotiabank Arena, with an opportunity to improve their seeding in the Playoffs and... Read more on Publisher's website
Gilgeous-Alexander Stuffs Stat Sheet in Overtime Loss to Jazz

Feb 24, 2023 | ledger-enquirer.com | Dustin McLaughlin

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shouldered the load for a struggling Oklahoma City Thunder offense. In their first game post All-Star break, the Oklahoma City Thunder got off to a slow start versus the Utah Jazz, trailing 9-17 midway through the first frame. But after playing the entire first quarter, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 12 points powered the Thunder to just a 26-28 deficit heading into the second frame.