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Although there was plenty of waiting to do before the verdict was passed down — the last game...

The Oklahoma City Thunder have selected Terrance Ferguson, the 19 year-old shooting guard from Australia, with the...

Follow the NBA Draft with updates from all the picks, trades, and rumors all in one place:...

Jordan Schultz of Yahoo Sports breaks down the NBA draft, and which moves the Oklahoma City Thunder...

Enes Kanter doesn’t get in the game against Golden State and can’t run with Houston. Steven Adams didn’t...

The Cleveland Cavaliers kept it closer than they did in Game 1, but that didn’t mean much....

The Warriors ended up with a 113-91 victory, but the game never felt even that close. It...

Thunder assistant coach Maurice Cheeks underwent a ‘medical emergency’ on a flight to Philadelphia, The Franchise has...

The worst place a team can be in the NBA is stuck in limbo. In functional terms,...

Athlete activism has come under heavy fire recently , often with an ugly, implicit, coded message behind...

Thunder center Enes Kanter said in a tweet on Saturday morning that he was being detained in...

Russell Westbrook and his wife Nina welcomed their baby boy into the world today, Noah Russell Westbrook....

For all of his shortcomings, we know that Thunder big man Enes Kanter’s Twitter game is strong....

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Lonzo Ball’s signature shoe was unveiled Thursday. Say what you want about them, but don’t call them...

Chris Mannix of The Vertical joins the Dylan and Todd:

Multi-Grammy award winner Lil Wayne was in Oklahoma City last night, and he invited a star-studded group...

The Thunder conducted exit interviews just one day after a defeat to the Houston Rockets in the...

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan talks about the season in his exit interview:

The Thunder’s season came to an end a little earlier than players and fans alike are used...

The Thunder try to bounce back from a heartbreaking loss in Game 4 in Oklahoma City. It’s...

Billy Donovan and his squad have their work cut out for them. Although a 3-1 lead can’t...

The Houston Rockets defeated the Thunder 113-109 on Sunday afternoon on the back of Nene’s 28 points....

Andre Roberson made life difficult for James Harden for the duration of the game, but a vintage...

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The Thunder had the lead comfortably in hand until a fourth quarter collapse doomed them. Despite Russell...

Follow along with stats, analysis, and commentary from our crew of insiders, personalities, and other guests: 04/19...

A playoff series is like a chess match. In the early stages, the opposing players and coaches...

Although a series can be as long as seven games, the Thunder’s performance in Game 1 was...

04/16 OKC vs. HOU – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

Pregame Ceremony   Russell Westbrook Josh Huestis   Alex Abrines   Mike Malone  

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Trying to take stock of any one player’s season can be a dizzying challenge. 82 games is...

As has happened so many times this season, things looked grim on the road against a team...

07/17 OKC @ PHX – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

The stage was set for Russell Westbrook to record history, to grab his 42nd triple-double of the...

04/05 OKC @ MEM – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

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The Charlotte Hornets’ unique brand of three-point shooting and gritty defense proved too much for the Thunder...

Billy Donovan Hornets Pregame Press Conference

Follow along with real time commentary and analysis from our crew: 04/02 OKC vs. CHA – Curated...

03/31 OKC vs. SAS – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

The Dayton Flyers have announced the hiring of Thunder assistant Anthony Grant for their head coaching vacancy....

03/29 OKC vs. ORL – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

Coming off of a performance in which Russell Westbrook lost the MVP (at least in the eyes...

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A game that had been billed as a battle to decide the Most Valuable Player Award ended...

Follow along with our crew of Thunder insiders and personalities, as well as other special guests: 03/26...

A. Suave Francisco joined the NBA Insider’s Show and The Producer’s Show to talk Thunder, the NBA,...

Basketball-Reference.com creator and StatMuse.com director Justin Kubatko (@jkubatko) visited with The Franchise’s John Hoover (@johnehoover) and KJRH’s...

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We know the script by now, and it apparently doesn’t change when the Warriors are missing their...

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03/20 OKC vs. GSW – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

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A game that had potential playoffs seeding implications for both teams had a minuscule amount of buzz...

Follow along with our group of Thunder insiders, personalities, and other guests: 03/16 OKC@ TOR – Curated...

Russell Westbrook had 33 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds in the Thunder’s victory over the Jazz,...

03/11 OKC vs. UTA – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

Billy Donovan Jazz Pregame Press Conference

Russell Westbrook notched his 31st triple-double of the season to push the Thunder to a 102-92 victory...

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It’s never a good sign when one of your team’s players scores a career high of 58...

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Follow along with live commentary and analysis from our group of Thunder insiders and personalities, as well...

Follow along with live commentary and analysis from our group of Thunder insiders and personalities, as well...

Follow along with live commentary and analysis from our group of Thunder insiders and personalities, as well...

His 30th triple-double of the season wasn’t enough — Russell Westbrook wanted to win the game. His...

Jazz Head Coach Quin Snyder and SG Rodney Hood speak to the media following the Jazz 109-106...

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Russell Westbrook completely took over the fourth quarter, scoring 21 points in the final frame of Oklahoma...

DeMarcus Cousins speaks about adjusting to his new team, his foul troubles and playing with Anthony Davis....

2/26 OKC vs. NOP – Curated tweets by mattravis

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Taj Gibson and Doug McDermott speak to the media following their first game with the Oklahoma City...

A trade sending Cameron Payne, Joffrey Lauvergne, and Anthony Morrow to the Chicago Bulls for forwards Taj...

Andre Roberson addressed the media following his peculiar exit from practice where he was hugging staff members...

Between Kevin Durant (and his mom), Enes Kanter (and his chair), and Russell Westbrook (and his historic season),...

Despite a very shaky start for the Thunder, Russell Westbrook and his teammates were able to rally...

Carmelo Anthony speaks to the media following the Knicks 116-105 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Sports fandom wouldn’t exist in its current form without some level of belief, and Oklahoma City is no...

Follow along with live analysis and commentary from Franchise Thunder insiders, personalities, and others: 2/11 OKC vs....

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Despite the day-long dialogue on the ethics of sitting star players–a report saying that LeBron James, Kyrie...

Cleveland Cavaliers’ head coach Tyronn Lue and Kyrie Irving speak to the media following the Cavaliers 118-109...

Follow along with live analysis from our Thunder insiders, personalities, and other guests:   2/9 OKC vs....

Follow along with live analysis and commentary with our Thunder Insiders, personalities, and others: 2/6 OKC @...

The Oklahoma City Thunder took care of business at home on a Sunset Sunday, winning 105-99 against...

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2/5 Thunder vs. Blazers – Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

Russell Westbrook displayed utter dominance down the stretch against the Grizzlies. Westbrook initiated a 15-0 run by...

Mike Conley speaks to the media following the 114-102 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Coming off of a road-home split in back-to-back games for the Thunder, OKC was outscored a combined...

  Jimmy Butler speaks to the media following the 128-100 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Follow along with the action as the Thunder take on the Bulls with our group of Franchise...

Follow along with our group of Franchise Thunder Insiders, personalities, and other guests: 1/31 OKC @ SAS...

Russell Westbrook notched his 24th triple-double of the season, scoring 20 points, adding 13 rebounds and 10...

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The Thunder eventually beat the beleaguered Mavericks 109-98, but it was quite a costly victory for them:...

Follow along with our group of Franchise Thunder Insiders, personalities, and others: 1/26 – Curated tweets by...

Russell Westbrook’s 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists helped push the Thunder past the New Orleans...

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Yet again, Kevin Durant had the last word. At this rate, it seems like he always might....

Follow along with our group of Franchise Thunder insiders, personalities, and others: Thunder @ Warriors – Curated...

Thunder @ Clippers - Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

The Thunder did their best to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in their 122-118 road...

A curated list of tweets from our Franchise Thunder insiders, personalities, and others. Thunder @ Kings -...

Extreme highs, plummeting lows–it’s the Thunder way, and has been since their inception in 2008. After playing...

A list of curated tweets from Franchise personalities and Thunder insiders. Thunder @ Timberwolves - Curated tweets...

Last time Russell Westbrook and the Thunder took on the Memphis Grizzlies, it ended badly for all...

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The Thunder played one of their best wire-to-wire games last night against the Bulls, winning 109-104 in...

Thunder @ Bulls - Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

There are games that, even in early January, are squarely in the ‘must-win’ category. Not that the...

Thunder vs. Nuggets - Curated tweets by FranchiseOK

Even though we are only 2 days into 2017, it’s never too early to see where Oklahoma...

An already thin Miami Heat squad was even thinner Tuesday night, missing two starters: Goran Dragic and...

For as surly as he can be with the media, there’s no doubt about it: Russell Westbrook...

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Steven Adams spoke to the media about his oh-so-close game-winning dunk, Russell Westbrook’s drive to win, and...

(AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki) The undermanned and undersized Hawks took the Thunder to task Monday night, winning a...

In a game where Russell Westbrook set a career high in assists, achieved another triple-double, and his team notched a...

I saw Craig Sager for the first and last time at a Thunder practice. It was the...

Basketball is so often a game of streaks, and a few notable ones were broken en route...

Billy Donovan and Steven Adams talk about the Thunder’s 99-96 win over the Boston Celtics and why...

Oklahoma City Head Coach Billy Donovan gives us an update on Cameron Payne and tells us  what...

The Hawks and the Thunder are no strangers to streaks this season. Atlanta had won six in...

Billy Donovan Pistons Pre Game Billy Donovan talks about the Thunder’s upcoming matchup with Detroit, why Anthony Morrow...

Pregame press conference with Indiana head coach, Nate McMillan, before the Pacers-Thunder game on November 20th. Nate...

Steven Adams and Billy Donovan spoke to the media before heading out to Los Angeles for their...

Thunder head coach, Billy Donovan, commented on the offense and what they need to do in order...

Rocket’s guard, James Harden, had some choice words about the Thunder and their offensive approach to games....

Oklahoma City Thunder players, Demontas Sabonis and Russell Westbrook, took time to discuss their upcoming game against...

More scary stories from NBA players visiting the Skirvin Hilton Hotel! Take a look at what Miami...

I’ve always said that if, through some terrible means of fusion, we could combine Andre Roberson and...

I had the chance to go to Oklahoma City Thunder media day. The Thunder brought a handful...

The members of U.S. Men’s National Basketball Team are enjoying themselves in Rio, and they should be—they’ve...

Tim Duncan has announced his retirement from the NBA after 19 seasons. This powerhouse power forward has...

The new KD 9’s are priced at a whopping $150 versus previous KD shoes priced at $88....

Marc Spears of ESPN’s The Undefeated stopped by Further Review with Hoover and Rew to talk about...

If you haven’t heard, Kevin Durant has decided to leave Oklahoma City to join the Golden State Warriors....

Sam Presti KD Press Conference

Tale of Two Cities We have all witnessed some very interesting numbers that have been thrown at...

Jon Hamm joined Erik and Anthony to talk about KD’s free agency and all things basketball

While congratulating the Cavs on the win, President Obama also informs Coach Lue to tell J.R. Smith...

The rumors were true, Serge Ibaka was traded during the NBA draft to the Orlando Magic. The...

Here’s something new for our listeners: rather than write a rambling 4,000 word post, I made a...

A 29-year-old man has been getting a lot of heat on Twitter because his name is Riley...

In the NBA, the hierarchy has always been pretty clearly delineated: there are superstars, stars, role players,...

Ayesha Curry is trying to go to bat for her husband, Steph, trying to pass blame to...

Watch out Dad Bod’s! “Chef” shoes are the hot new item for summer. Steph Curry broke out...

Los Angeles Lakers fans should rejoice now that rapper Lil B has lifted his curse on PG...

Dirk Nowitzki of the Dallas Mavericks has said he thinks it is in Kevin Durant’s best interest...

With 60 days left till the Rio 2016 Olympics the USA basketball team is taking shape, but...

Ticket prices for game 3 of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena reportedly dropped 30 percent...

If you play basketball and believe the shoe has a big effect on your play, its time...

After scoring 60 in his final game in the NBA, Kobe is taking up acting to fill...

Shaq recently drove around Atlanta undercover for Lyft, a transportation network company, dressed as a people like:...

Billy Donovan Exit Interview

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The (groin) shot heard ’round the world swung the game wide open for the Thunder en route...

KD and Russ Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, tell us why Draymond Green’s kick to Steven Adams...

One of the best parts of the playoffs is seeing the narrative shift from game to game....

Let me remind you: Vegas only gave the Thunder a 21% chance of winning this series. In...

Billy Donovan Game 6 Pre Game Press Conference OKC SAS The Oklahoma City Thunder can advance to the Western Confence Finals tonight with a win over the Spurs. OKC Head Coach Billy Donovan discusses, how the Thunder can eliminate turnovers, keep S.A. in check, and why his team is able to close in...

Pop Game 6 Pre Game Press Conference OKC SAS The San Antonio Spurs face elimination from the Western Conference Semi Finals. ...

Billy Donovan Game 4 Pre Game Press Conference OKC SAS The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a two-one hole in the Western Conference Semi Finals. Tonight the Thunder look to even things up vs. a historic San Antonio Spurs team. OKC Head Coach Billy Donovan discusses Russell Westbrook’s play in game three, plus what adjustments need...

Billy Donovan Pre Game Pres Conference Game 3 SAS The Oklahoma City Thunder look to take a two...

The last time a fully healthy Thunder squad played in the playoffs was the 2012 Western Conference...

In March, TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager revealed his leukemia was no longer in remission in an...

Mark Cuban is never shy to offer opinions. Often they involve his thoughts on things such as...

Billy Donovan Game 5 Pre Game Press Conference The Oklahoma City Thunder can eliminate the Dallas Mavericks from...

Billy Donovan Game Two Pre Game Press Conference The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Dallas Mavericks tonight in game two of the Western Conference Playoffs. Head Coach Billy Donovan updates us on the status of Cam Payne, Nick Collison and Mitch McGary.  Donovan also tells us how the Thunder can match their intensity...

The Oklahoma City Thunder open the Western Conference Playoffs tonight against the Dallas Mavericks. OKC is 4-0 vs. the Mavs this season. Head Coach Billy Donovan discusses the upcoming matchup, plus Cameron Payne’s absence for tonight’s game.  

Kobe Bryant’s one-on-one game has always seemed so refined. But it didn’t come naturally. Bryant worked at...

“We love haters!” read a young man’s sign Monday night at the Peak. The purple and gold...

Kobe Bryants Last Press Conference in OKC Tonight Kobe Bryant makes his last appearance in Oklahoma City. Bryant”s...

Billy Donovan Post Game Audio Lakers Game 81 The Oklahoma City Thunder finished off their regular home season...

Billy Donovan Pre Game Kobe’s Last! The Thunder host the Los Angles Lakers tonight, in what will be...

The Oklahoma City Thunder went into their second game of a back-to-back and clinching the #3 in...

Russell Westbrook posted his 17th triple double of the season with 13 points, 14 rebounds, and 12...

One on One With Kenny Smith TBS FInal Four Kenny “The Jet” Smith spent ten years in the...

One on One With Reggie Miller TBS Final Four Reggie Miller spent his entire 18 year NBA career...

One on One WIth Ernie Jhonson TBS Final Four Ernie Johnson has been in broadcasting since 1977. He’s...

What could have been an embarrassing loss at home against a Clippers team without their stars Chris...

You are always satisfied with a “W” when it comes to the win-loss column. The Thunder were...

Billy Donovan Pre Game Rockets The Thunder open a three game home stand tonight  starting  with the Houston Rockets. Head Coach Billy Donovan gives us a preview of the game, updates the health of Kevin Durant and tells us why Kyle Singler will be on the bench.

It’s needless to say Nelly was quite pleased with the results of the Hornets game. (Originally published...

Damian Lillard gets clotheslined by Kendrick Perkins, while he was driving the ball into the paint. (Originally published...

Demarcus Cousins is at it again, watch Demarcus Cousins shove security guard. (Originally published on The Sports...

James Harden has been limping since Saturday due to a sprained left ankle. He is going to...

The Thunder came into tonight’s game with the Minnesota Timberwolves riding some momentum from their big 120-108...

Russell Westbrook is now in second, with 10,  right under Draymond Green, with 11,  in the standings...

The Thunder are becoming more and more known for having a substantial lead and losing it all...

Another lead going into the 4th quarter……another loss.   This is becoming the trend for the Oklahoma...

DeAndre Jordan says it all when asked about his opinion on Clippers new creepy mascot Chuck the...

Despite the heartbreaking loss, Thunder fans should be grateful for what they witnessed last night. It was...

The Thunder get off their 2-game losing skid to start the second half of the NBA season...

We all know Drake is a rapper, but did we know Shaq could beat box?   Check...

Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant put up some great highlights in the 2016 NBA All Star Game...

LeBron James, Coach Killer. (Originally published on Yard Barker) http://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/lebron_james_says_hes_never_undermined_a_coach/s1_8061_20248120

Defending Champion Golden State Warriors Blowout! (originally posted on Yard Barker) http://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/12_crazy_stats_from_warriors_recent_domination/s1_12680_20249233

On the second night of a road back-to-back, the Thunder displayed some grit, an encouraging sign as...

As the Blake Griffin punching (allegedly) an LA Clippers staffer unfolded Tuesday, I couldn’t help think to...

The secret is out! This story originally on (SB Nation) http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2016/1/26/10832466/blake-griffin-broken-hand-clippers-injury

OKC Thunder defense is no match for the Brooklyn Nets (article provided by Bleacher Report) http://newsok.com/article/5474591

Kevin Durant was named an All-Star for the 7th time, and a starter for the 5th. Russell...

  Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook combined for 57 points, 16 assists, and 17 rebounds on the...

Russell Westbrook had no patience for the Denver Nuggets mascot.   Check Out The Video On BlackSportsOnline

Yardbarker reports interest in New Orleans Power Forward Ryan Anderson   http://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/new_orleans_pelicans_receiving_trade_calls_about_ryan_anderson/s1_12740_20175754

If you could have anything for Christmas what would it be? Oh.. you want the Thunder to...

We all know about Kevin Durant’s clutch shot making ability. He’s slammed the door on countless teams...