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Michael Stamps

Michael Stamps

Joined: Aug 20, 2024

Michael is a sophomore from Papillion, NE who is currently a student at the University of Missouri studying journalism. He covers the university’s football program at Missouri Tigers on SI and is the co-sports editor for The Maneater, the student publication for the university.

Oct 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Blake Wesley (14) holds on to the ball while defended by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Adam Flagler (14) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Strong G League Performances Raising OKC Thunder Guard Adam Flagler's Stock

The young Thunder flamethrower posted another excellent performance in his second game for the OKC Blue.

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Nov 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) dunks between Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) and forward Toumani Camara (33) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Hartenstein Proved His Value for OKC Thunder as a Facilitator in Debut

His three assists and constant activity in ball screens make Hartenstein a unique option as a passer and hub for the OKC offense

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Nov 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (17) shoots a three point basket over Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Williams, Gilgeous-Alexander Help OKC Secure Another Late Game Victory

For the third straight game, OKC was brought to the final minutes of the fourth quarter to win the game, this time capitalizing on it.

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Nov 19, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) fouls San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Spurs Hot Shooting Leads to Narrow Victory Over OKC

Strong performances from OKC's two best players was not enough to take down a Spurs team that caught fire in the second half.

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Nov 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and forward Jalen Williams (8) high five after a play against the Dallas Mavericks during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Fail to Complete Comeback Over Dallas Mavericks

The rebounding difference and the all-around scoring was too much for the Thunder to overcome, picking up its third loss of the night to Dallas.

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Nov 13, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) passes in front of New Orleans Pelicans guard Brandon Boston Jr. (11) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Ajay Mitchell Continues to Surprise on OKC Thunder Bench Unit

OKC's second-round rookie has been nothing short of great off the Thunder bench to start the season.

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Nov 13, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) and New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) fight for a loose ball during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Undermanned OKC Secures Tenth Win of Season Against New Orleans

The small-ball Thunder ran away with the game in the second half thanks to the performances of Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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Oct 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Malevy Leons (17) and San Antonio Spurs guard Brandon Boston, Jr. (4) battle for the loose ball during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder G-League Forward Could Add Big Man Depth Amidst Injuries

Though he's inexperienced and just played his first G-League Game for the OKC Blues, this Thunder rookie could help out unexpectedly.

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Nov 8, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and guard Ajay Mitchell (25) high five after a play against the Houston Rockets during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Responds After First Loss, Blows out Houston at Home

The Thunder showed the best response they could against Houston, showing no doubt in a blowout victory.

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Nov 6, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Members of the Oklahoma City Thunder bench react in the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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What Must the OKC Thunder do to Bounce Back After Its First Loss?

Seeing the first loss on a record can be demoralizing. What must OKC do to respond after seeing the first defeat go down?

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Nov 6, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball past Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) in the second quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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OKC Falters in Fourth Quarter, Drops First Game of Season to Denver

Despite leading for nearly three quarters, OKC slipped up in the final period and gave Denver a way into the game, falling 124-122.

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Nov 4, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) gestures after scoring against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Land Two Talented Freshmen in NBA Mock Draft

Even as OKC continues to win early in the new NBA season, they're still was predicted to pick up two first rounds picks in the 2025 NBA Draft.

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