Nathan Aker

Nathan Aker

Nathan is a senior at the University of Oklahoma majoring in Public Relations set to graduate in May 2024. He holds experience covering multiple sports, primarily basketball, at the high school and collegiate level. 

Oct 29, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III (43) holds onto the ball next to New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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Former Thunder Erupts in Primetime Tuesday Night Slot

Oklahoma native and former Thunder Lindy Waters III got an opportunity to showcase his value on Tuesday night for the Warriors, and he thoroughly impressed the audience at the Chase Center.

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Oct 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) defends Atlanta Hawks guard Keaton Wallace (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Three Takeaways from Oklahoma City's 24-Point Victory over Atlanta

The Thunder have begun its season with three straight wins by double digits, being one of just two teams in the Western Conference to remain undefeated thus far.

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Oct 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng (13) dribbles the ball down the court against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Ousmane Dieng Handed Opportunities in First Two Contests

Ousmane Dieng has been given some time to work with to start the season, let's look at what he's added to this Thunder unit.

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Oct 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots the ball in the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets  at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Three Takeaways from the OKC Thunder's Season-Opening Win Over the Denver Nuggets

Overcoming a sluggish start, Holmgren flashing heightened ferocity and Wiggins holding down the fort saw Oklahoma City come in to Denver on opening night and claim a 102-87 victory.

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Dec 29, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) controls the ball against Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) as forward Peyton Watson (8) defends in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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What to Look For in Chet Holmgren's Matchup Against Nikola Jokic

Last season as a rookie, Chet Holmgren fared quite well versus former NBA champions Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets. How might he look against them in his second go around?

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Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) drives around Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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How Chet Holmgren Must Respond Amid Isaiah Hartenstein Injury

If there's a good litmus test to see if a player has improved year to year, the situation Holmgren will now be put in is a pretty good determinator of that. Wit

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Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault talks to guard Ajay Mitchell (25) during a break in play in the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Thunder's Preparation in Preseason Finish Sets Tone for Season Ahead

Mark Daigneault and co. will make their final two preseason appearances in the coming days, and it'll act as a prologue to what should be an enticing season for the Thunder organization.

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Ousmane Dieng is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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What Monday Night's Contest can Offer Ousmane Dieng

The preseason opener has a chance to be fruitful for third-year man Ousmane Dieng as he looks to establish a role at the next level.

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Apr 5, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (6) defends New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Speaks on Two-Way Addition of Alex Caruso

Oklahoma City's high-caliber star has taken note of what Alex Caruso can provide to the team on each end — offering his thoughts on Caruso's anticipated impact on Monday morning.

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OKC's Lu Dort (5) celebrates after a basket against Utah on Nov. 24 at Paycom Center.

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OKC Thunder: Could Lu Dort's Shot Selection be Even More Refined in 2024-25?

Sixth-year man Lu Dort blew his shooting percentages out of the water a year ago. Could he improve even more in the season ahead?

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May 11, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) celebrates with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) after scoring during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks during game three of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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The OKC Thunder's Offseason has Reinforced its Cache of Depth

The Thunder was notably adept at reaching into its bench to extrapolate value a year ago in its run to the top seed of the West – that's only been strengthened heading into 2024-25.

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May 18, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA;  Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts in front of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the second half in game six of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Which West Teams Prove to be Biggest Obstacles For Thunder Next Season

The Oklahoma City Thunder are tabbed to be among the best in the West this season, but what teams might give them serious pushback?

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