Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder Aim to Defend Their NBA Title with Familiar Faces

Thunder focused on title defense following short offseason

Despite a shortened offseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder's players say they are ready to defend their first title in franchise history.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder aim to defend their NBA title with familiar faces

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander knows perceptions of him and the Oklahoma City Thunder have changed. He’s the reigning MVP, and the Thunder are the defending NBA champions.

Alex Caruso praises Nikola Topic as the OKC Thunder's newcomer looks to make waves in NBA title defense

Alex Caruso Praises Nikola Topic as the OKC Thunder’s Newcomer Looks to Make Waves in NBA Title Defense Thunder’s Stability Amid Changes As the Oklahoma City Thunder gear up for another season, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and anticipation. With every rotational player from their championship-winning roster returning, the Thunder have established a rare sense of continuity in a league marked by constant movement and change. This sta…

Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder aim to defend NBA title with familiar faces

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander knows the outside view of him and the Oklahoma City Thunder squad he leads have changed significantly in the past year. Gilgeous-Alexander is the reigning MVP and the Thunder are the defending NBA champions — firsts for both. Now, a team that was rarely seen beyond its local market last season has a schedule filled with national television appearances. For all the new awards and attention, Gilgeous-Alexand…