Jeremie Poplin

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Head coach Mark Daigneault described Game 2 as a series of small, intentional improvements rather than dramatic changes. Whether it was cleaner execution, more poise in the paint, or improved offensive flow, OKC collectively elevated its play across the board. With 25 assists and better spacing, the Thunder responded to Indiana’s unique style what Daigneault called “an acquired taste”.

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Make no mistake, the Thunder let a golden opportunity slip in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. A 15-point second-half lead at home evaporates before falling to the Pacers on a last-second dagger. But despite the pain, there's room for positive thinking. OKC fans should be comfortable with the approach taken by the team they root for every single night. No ounce of panic has been seen in any form since the loss. Oh, and there is a guy named Shai Gilgeous-Alexanderwho almost single-handedly led OKC to a win.

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Childhood Rivals Turned NBA FinalistsFrom backyard courts in Ontario to the bright lights of the NBA Finals, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Andrew Nembhard’s basketball journeys have long been intertwined. Both grew up navigating Canada’s budding basketball scene, competing against each other as kids, later becoming teammates on the national stage, and now, battling for the NBA championship on opposite sides.

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

The Oklahoma City Thunder head into Game 2 Sunday night at home in OKC, looking to bounce back after a one-point loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 1. Thunder big man Chet Holmgren met with reporters to share his thoughts on what the team learned in their first NBA Finals game since 2012>>> Will Thunder Strike in Game 2? Q: At the start of the season, did you feel like this was a championship year for the Thunder? CHET HOLMGREN:Not really.

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

As the Thunder prepare for Game 2 of the NBA Finals, veteran guard Alex Caruso reflected on the team’s Game 1 collapse and the fine margins that defined the one-point loss. Speaking after practice, Caruso discussed missed opportunities in transition, the impact of Indiana’s defensive pressure, and the importance of quickly flushing mistakes as Game 2 becomes a must-win.