Cody Burton

Cody Burton

Joined: Aug 30, 2025

Cody is a sophomore Sports and Adventure Media major at West Virginia University who works for the Daily Athenaeum, U92 the Moose and the Lead SM. He has brought sports coverage through broadcasting, writing, podcasting and video throughout his career and has been covering the Thunder since the 2023-24 season.

Nov 12, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) dribbles down the court against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Nov 9, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) drives to the basket as Memphis Grizzlies forward Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) defends during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Nov 9, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) defends during the first quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Oct 30, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) shoots a three point basket over Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (12) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Nov 7, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) flips the ball to an official after a play against the Sacramento Kings in the second quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder handily defeated the Sacramento Kings, 132-101, Friday night to open up the team's Emirates NBA Cup run.

Oct 30, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during introductions before a game against the Washington Wizards at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein has filled up the statsheet in multiple ways during the young season.

Nov 2, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USAOklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) yells for the ball after Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) grabs a rebound during the first quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder destroyed the New Orleans Pelicans Sunday afternoon.

Oct 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) reacts after dunking against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The fan-favorite forward has ramped up production in increased minutes due to injuries to star players.

Oct 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) shoots against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The third-year Thunder guard shined bright in the Thunder's 127-108 victory over the Wizards, scoring 12 points along with four steals and two blocks.

Oct 27, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots over Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) and guard Klay Thompson (31) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder snuck by the Dallas Mavericks, 101-94, Monday night, powered by prolific rim-running and a third-quarter explosion, despite the Mavericks' powering comeback attempt.

Oct 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) gestures after scoring against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Thunder center scored 31 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in OKC's 117-100 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

Oct 25, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) controls the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder handled the Atlanta Hawks, 117-100, Saturday night in State Farm Arena.

Oct 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) shoots against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

The second-year guard from UC Santa Barbara has had a stellar start to the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 21 points per game in his first two games.

Oct 9, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) runs down the court during a play in the second quarter of a game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

After winning the MVP in 2024-25, Thunder superstar guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander may make another improvement to his game.

Oct 17, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) walks down the court during a time out against Denver Nuggets during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

The forward showed potential of a top backup big in the preseason finale.

Oct 14, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Youngblood (3) drives the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

With one preseason game remaining, the competition is likely down to two players: guard Chris Youngblood and forward Malevy Leons.