Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has firmly established himself as an MVP candidate, but whether he has a true co-star remains unclear. Jalen Williams has shown brilliant flashes but fell short in critical moments last season, averaging 17 points on only 50.8% true shooting in Oklahoma City’s second-round loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

After all the glitz and glamour, the Oklahoma City Thunder ended their 2024 NBA Cup run with a dud. They lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in the finals and only mustered 81 points. The good news is the 83rd game doesn't count toward the standings.

LAS VEGAS — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander paused to consider the possibilities. His dark sunglasses covered his eyes, but the way his head shook and lips smirked suggested he is impressed with the future he envisions for his Oklahoma City Thunder co-star.

Those who step into those OKC Thunder film sessions witness a pair who’ve grown comfortable with viewing themselves through an uncomfortable lens.

NBA All-Star Game does not tip off until exactly 10 weeks from today, though there are dozens of players in the league who have established strong All-

HoopsHype listed out freshly eligible players for all 30 teams in the league. Some are more realistic than others. The Oklahoma City Thunder only had one player who officially bec