Nick Crain

Nick Crain

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Nick has spent the last four seasons covering the Oklahoma City Thunder and has grown quickly in the media since starting. He’s continued to produce Thunder content through writing for Forbes.com and podcasting with The Uncontested Podcast, as well as branching out to cover the NBA as a whole for SLAM Online.

Jan 5, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) moves the ball around Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) during the fourth quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: A Historic Team Has Arrived in OKC

Dec 20, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault gestures against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: No Christmas Day Game, But Plenty to Play For This Holiday Season

Dec 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) reacts during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets in a semifinal of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

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OKC Thunder to be Featured in Immersive Experience on Friday Night Against Heat

Dec 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) controls the ball against Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) during the fourth quarter in a semifinal of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: NBA Cup and Trade Talk

Mar 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) moves the ball around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: An Advantageous Schedule Ahead

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Nov 20, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) fights for a loose ball with Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (35) and forward Jerami Grant (9) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Thunder Mailbag: A 12-4 Start, But Frontcourt Questions Remain

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Nov 2, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) passes against the LA Clippers during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: The Best Start in Oklahoma City History

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Oct 27, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) dunks in front of Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: A Perfect Start

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Oct 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) runs down the court after scoring against the Atlanta Hawks during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: It's Opening Week in the NBA

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) gestures after scoring a basket against the Houston Rockets during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Thunder Mailbag: Preseason is Coming to a Close

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Isaiah Hartenstein and Alex Caruso pose for their photo. Thunder media day ay the Paycom Center Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.

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Thunder Mailbag: Training Camp and Preseason are Underway

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein of the OKC Thunder

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NBA 2K25: Game Review and OKC Thunder Preview

A first look at the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA 2K25

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Converse Unveils 'Shai Weapon' Colorway Ahead of Gilgeous-Alexander's New Creative Director Role

Converse's ‘Shai Weapon’ Colorway is set to release August 14.

Feb 2, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng (13) moves / Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

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Thunder Mailbag: Summer League is Kicking Off

Answering the three best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.

Jalen and Cody Williams

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Jalen Williams Discusses Growing up with Younger Brother and 2024 NBA Draft Prospect Cody Williams

Cody Williams is one of the best prospects in the 2024 NBA Draft, but has high expectations as the younger brother of OKC Thunder rising star Jalen Williams.

Jan 13, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) drives to the basket against Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (6) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

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Thunder Mailbag: Draft Week and the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey Trade

Answering the five best questions submitted to this week’s mailbag.