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Derek Parker

Derek Parker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Derek is the Publisher for InsideTheThunder.com and Draft Digest for Fan Nation, powered by Sports Illustrated. He has been a sports writer in the Oklahoma City market for five years now, primarily covering the Oklahoma City Thunder and NBA Draft.

Chet Holmgren is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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How to Watch: OKC Thunder Preseason Opener vs San Antonio Spurs, Oct. 7

The Oklahoma City Thunder will begin their preseason slate on Monday in San Antonio against the Victor Wembanyama-less Spurs. Chris Paul, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Lu Dort are also sidelined. Here is how to watch.

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Sep 30, 2024; Chicago, Il, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3) speaks to the press during media day. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Former OKC Thunder Guard Ruptured Ligament at Olympics

Just a month removed from his trading from Oklahoma City, Josh Giddey ruptured a ligament in his ankle.

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Jan 11, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng (13) runs down the court between plays against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Can Ousmane Dieng Crack the OKC Thunder Rotation?

Will Year 3 of the Dieng experiment finally yield results?

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Apr 5, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (6) warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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The OKC Thunder Have the Deepest Guard Rotation in the League

 The Thunder are questionably the deepest team in the NBA. But they unquestionably have the deepest rotation of guards.

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Call of Duty NBA Summer League 2024, Encore, Las Vegas, Nevada - 13 July 2024
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Call of Duty Release Brings Life full Circle for Thunder Star Jalen Williams

For Jalen Williams, the upcoming Call of Duty offers a look into both the past and future.

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Apr 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) handles the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter of game 5 of the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
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WATCH: Isaiah Hartenstein Talks Decision to Join OKC Thunder

Oklahoma City's newest member met with the media on Saturday.

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May 19, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) reacts during the third quarter of game seven of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
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WATCH: OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti Talks Isaiah Hartenstein Signing

The general manager of the Thunder introduced a new center on Saturday.

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May 11, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) warms up before game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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NBA Reportedly Closes Investigation on Josh Giddey

Per Adrian Wojnarowksi, the league has closed their investigation on OKC Thunder point guard Josh Giddey.

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May 7, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) gestures
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Social Media Reacts to OKC Thunder Beating Mavericks in Game 1

How social media reacted following Oklahoma City’s Game 1 trouncing of Dallas.

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Apr 29, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) dribbles
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Social Media Reacts to OKC Thunder Sweeping Pelicans

How social media reacted to Oklahoma City sweeping New Orleans on the road.

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Apr 27, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2)
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Social Media Reacts to OKC Thunder Taking Commanding 3-0 Lead

Social media reacted to Oklahoma City assuming an insurmountable three-game lead.

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Apr 16, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts
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Kings, Pelicans Limping to Potential Playoff Series with OKC Thunder

Oklahoma City will take on one of Sacramento or New Orleans in the first round of the Playoffs, both of which are struggling with injuries.

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