Matt Guzman

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Matt Guzman is a 19-year-old sports journalist and storyteller from Austin, Texas. He is currently a sophomore at the University of Missouri pursuing a degree in journalism with a sports writing and reporting emphasis, along with a sports analytics certificate. He serves as a staff writer and reporter for the SI/FanNation network covering collegiate sports, pro football and pro basketball.

Another Win: OKC Thunder's Trade Deadline Enough to Earn It 'Top Marks'

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Another strong showing from Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander paired with an impressive outing from Vasilije Micic and a bounce-back night from Chet Holmgren allowed the Thunder to go toe-to-toe with the Denver Nuggets Wednesday.

Thunder Falls Flat In 4th Quarter, Suffers Second Straight Loss to Timberwolves

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Despite big games from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, the Oklahoma City Thunder fell short in the final period to extend its losing streak to two games ahead of facing the Denver Nuggets.

Thunder Gameday: OKC Looks to Defend High Standing vs. New Orleans Pelicans

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Can the Thunder continue its hot streak on Friday night?

Mid-Season Grades: OKC Thunder One Mark Away From Perfect, 'Great At Almost Everything'

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After erasing a two-game win streak and reverting to the success it found at the beginning of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder earned a strong mid-season grade, though a few key weaknesses kept it from a perfect score.

A Finnish Addition? OKC Thunder Has 'Highest Odds' to Be Lauri Markkanen's Next Team

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While Utah Jazz big man Lauri Markkanen has still another year-and-a-half on his current contract, the talks regarding where his next landing spot will be have already begun, and Oklahoma City tops the ranking.

Three Takeaways from the OKC Thunder's Streak-Snapping Win over Utah

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After losing two straight games, the Oklahoma City Thunder badly wanted a win to erase the losing streak and get back in the win column. And against the Utah Jazz, that's exactly what happened.

OKC Thunder Gets Right, Silences Utah Jazz On Road to End 2-Game Skid

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After dropping each of its last two games, the Oklahoma City Thunder wanted a win against the red-hot Utah Jazz to spark some positive momentum heading into facing the Minnesota Timberwolves, and after a full four quarters, that's exactly what it got.

Thunder Gameday: OKC Stays in Los Angeles for Bout With Clippers

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Facing both of the NBA's Los Angeles-based teams on back-to-back nights isn't an easy task, but the Oklahoma City Thunder already knew that. It just hopes to grab a win to avoid two straight losses for the fourth time this season.

Could OKC Thunder Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Realistically Win MVP This Season?

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Sitting in third place behind Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has some work to do before he can claim a higher spot on the NBA's MVP Ladder, but if nothing else is clear, the point guard has proven that it

Three Takeaways from the OKC Thunder's 62-Point Win Over the Trail Blazers

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Three takeaways from Oklahoma City's historic win over Portland Thursday night.

'You Taste Your Own Blood': OKC Thunder Goes Full-Circle in Historic Win Over Trail Blazers

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The Oklahoma City Thunder kept its foot on the gas all night against the Portland Trail Blazers, which resulted in a franchise-best 62-point victory and a full-circle moment for coach Mark Daigneault at the same time.

Thunder Gameday: Oklahoma City Hosts Portland Trail Blazers in Second Night of Back-to-Back

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Less than 24 hours after landing back in Oklahoma City from Miami, the Thunder — currently on a two-game win streak — is set to host Scoot Henderson and the Portland Trail Blazers with a chance to extend their streak to three straight games.