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Dwight Howard Wants To Join Thunder After Chet Holmgren’s Injury

Photo: Dwight Howard / Instagram   Dwight Howard is ready for an NBA comeback. After being eliminated from Dancing With the Stars  just two days ago, the 38-year-old made a pitch to join the Oklahoma City Thunder. Howard, who last played in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2021-22 season, has been playing in Taiwan’s T1 League . Now, he says he’s ready to return and help the Thunder while star center Chet Holmgren recovers from a hip injury. Holmgren is expected to miss 8-10 weeks. “OKC, ya boy is ready,” Howard said on KG Certified . “Y’all need a big. Y’all need a vet. I’ve got energy and nothing else to do after dancing. … I’d go to OKC right now. Two-year [deal], let me finish out. We get y’all a championship, maybe another one.” Photo: Dwight Howard / Instagram   Howard also reminded fans that he won an NBA title with Alex Caruso in 2020, who now plays for the Thunder. Oklahoma City is seen as a strong contender this season, and Howard believes he ...

NBA Closes Investigation Into Josh Giddey Over Alleged Relationship With Minor

Photo: Instagram/ Josh Giddey   The NBA has ended its investigation into Josh Giddey  of the Oklahoma City Thunder regarding an alleged relationship with a minor, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports. In January, Newport Beach police announced that Giddey would not face criminal charges as they couldn't find any evidence of criminal activity. The NBA's investigation followed a similar path, with no evidence found to support the allegations.  This investigation started after photos and videos appeared on social media, prompting the NBA to look into the claims. Josh Giddey, who turned 21 in October, was not suspended during the investigation.  Photo: Instagram/Josh Giddey NBA Commissioner Adam Silver stated that the league would not act on allegations alone without criminal findings. Giddey and the Thunder have not commented on the situation.  Throughout the investigation, Giddey continued to play and helped the Thunder reach the conference semifinals, where they lo...

Holmgren Endorses Gilgeous-Alexander For NBA MVP After Dominant Game 2

Photo: Instagram/Chet Holmgren Chet Holmgren , a teammate of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander , stole the spotlight after an electrifying Game 2 performance by the Thunder guard.  Gilgeous-Alexander led his team to a commanding 124-92 victory over the Pelicans with a stellar 33-point display.  In a post-game interview with TNT's Allie LaForce, Holmgren passionately endorsed Gilgeous-Alexander for the NBA MVP title, even grabbing the microphone to emphasize his point. Photo: Instagram/Chet Holmgren Despite Gilgeous-Alexander's modest reaction, his performance speaks volumes, with 17 of his 33 points coming in the second half, along with five assists and three rebounds.  This stellar showing adds to his impressive track record, including a team-leading 28 points in Game 1. The Thunder's Game 2 victory was historic, marking the first time in NBA playoff history that all points were scored by players aged 25 and under.  "He's too humble to say it, but this is the MVP right here...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Latest Pregame Outfit Turns Heads

Photo: Instagram/Shai Gilgeous-Alexander The NBA isn't just about slam dunks and three-pointers; it's also a runway for some serious fashion statements.  Oklahoma City Guard, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander , is making waves with his bold pregame attire, stealing the spotlight as a fashion icon in the league. Ahead of Tuesday's Game 1 clash with the Dallas Mavericks, Gilgeous-Alexander stepped out in an outfit that's sparking a lot of chatter online. Photo: Instagram/ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Rocking what seems to be a full leather ensemble, complete with a matching leather tote, the MVP candidate is dividing opinion among fans. To some, his daring fashion choice is a slam dunk, but others are throwing shade. One fan on Twitter likened his look to peanut butter, expressing skepticism about its fashion credentials. Despite the mixed reviews, Gilgeous-Alexander isn't just about style; he's been dominating on the court too. SGA always with the drip 👀🔥 DAL-OKC | 9:30pm/et...

Thunder's Mark Daigneault Named 2023-24 Coach of The Year

Photo: Instagram/Mark Daigneault Mark Daigneault, the head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been named the NBA Coach of the Year for the 2023-24 season. Under his guidance, the Thunder achieved the remarkable feat of finishing first in the Western Conference, making them the youngest team ever to clinch such a position in either conference. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander , an All-Star guard for the Thunder, initially joked about Daigneault's coaching style, describing him as "annoying" and "always nagging." However, he later praised Daigneault for his unwavering standards and his ability to hold every player accountable, regardless of their status on the team. Daigneault, at 39 years old, becomes only the second coach in Thunder history to win the Coach of the Year award, following Scott Brooks in 2010. He edged out finalists Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Jamahl Mosley of the Orlando Magic. Photo: Instagram/Mark Daigneault Doc Rivers , head coac...

Oklahoma City Thunder's Bismack Biyombo Appears To Collapse During Game In Portland

Photo: Instagram/Bismack Biyombo Veteran NBA player Bismack Biyombo, currently with the Oklahoma City Thunder, appeared to collapse during the second quarter of Wednesday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.  The incident unfolded as the team gathered for a timeout, leaving spectators and teammates visibly alarmed. Biyombo, who joined the Thunder on February 10th and was playing his fifth game with the team, fell near the sideline, prompting a swift response from the medical staff. Photo: Instagram/Bismack Biyombo Despite the initial uncertainty surrounding the cause of the collapse, Biyombo was assisted off the court and directed toward the locker room. As a precaution, a wheelchair was brought onto the court during the lengthy delay, though it was ultimately not utilized.  Bismack Biyombo fell after the previous timeout. Thankfully, he got up on his own and walked off to the tunnel pic.twitter.com/PUWXsPXVTj — Clemente Almanza (@CAlmanza1007) March 7, 2024 Th...