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Chase Gemes

Chase Gemes

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Chase is a sophomore at the University of Missouri - Columbia studying journalism. He is sports editor for Mizzou’s student newspaper, The Maneater.

Apr 26, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) warms up before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the LA Clippers during game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Clippers Forward Could be Surprising Addition to OKC Thunder

Depending on where the Oklahoma City Thunder and LA Clippers sit at the trade deadline, Kawhi Leonard could potentially be on the move.

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Edmond North's T.O. Barrett puts up a shot beside Moore's Darian Grant during the Class 6A boys basketball state tournament championship game between Moore and Edmond North at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., Saturday, March 12, 2022. Class 6a Boys State Basketball Championship
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Mizzou Guard Takes Inspiration from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Incoming freshman T.O. Barrett is an Oklahoma native, paying plenty of attention to the Oklahoma City Thunder over the years.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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NBA GMs Name Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as a Top Franchise Player

in the NBA's latest GM survey, Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got lots of recognition as one of the league's best players.

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Oct 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Rookies Show Off in Preseason Opener

En route to a win over the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder rookies Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell impressed in the first game of the preseason.

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Isaiah Hartenstein watches a session. Thunder media day ay the Paycom Center Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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NBA Preseason Will be Valuable for OKC Thunder's Youth and Newcomers

Although wins and losses aren't important in the preseason, it'll be good for the Oklahoma City Thunder ahead of the regular season.

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Alex Caruso is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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Alex Caruso's Age Isn't Hindering Transition to OKC Thunder

Though the oldest player on the Oklahoma City Thunder roster, it hasn't been a difficult adjustment for Alex Caruso to fit in.

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Jalen Williams is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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Thunder's Jalen Williams Navigates Improving, Avoiding Perfection

As one of the Oklahoma City Thunder's key players, Jalen Williams is constantly looking for ways to improve — but he, nor anyone, can be perfect.

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Jan 29, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) celebrate after a play against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Thunder Balance Increased Expectations, Look to Expand on Last Season

The Oklahoma City Thunder are now expected to be a championship contender — a far different position than its been used to.

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Jan 29, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) moves against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Should OKC Thunder Have Pursued Karl-Anthony Towns?

The Minnesota Timberwolves big man was traded to the New York Knicks yesterday in a shocking trade less than a month before the regular season begins.

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Thunder general manager Sam Presti speaks during an introductory press conference for the 2024 Thunder draft picks at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center in Oklahoma City, Saturday, June, 29, 2024.
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Sam Presti Doesn't See Thunder's Absence from Christmas as an 'Issue'

Many considered the Oklahoma City Thunder not having a Christmas Day game as a snub, but its general manager is embracing it as a challenge.

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Feb 29, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) controls the ball against Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Thunder's Isaiah Hartenstein Lists Top Five Passing Big Men

The Oklahoma City Thunder's newwest signing put Draymond Green and Andrew Bogut in high regard.

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Nov 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Robert Covington (33) gestures to his team during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Should Oklahoma City Pursue Free Agent Veteran Forward?

The Oklahoma City Thunder still has one remaining roster spot, and the veteran forward could be a viable option to fill it in.

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