Nathan Aker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

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.

Dec 10, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams (8) drives past Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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As a big matchup between the Thunder and Mavericks looms, let's look back as to the last time these two teams met in the playoffs and how that relates to Oklahoma City's current success.

Dec 2, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Will Richard (3) dribbles the ball next to Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams (8) in the first quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Oklahoma City has started off the season with a 21-1 record. What other teams have started off a season as hot as them in NBA history?

Nov 30, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) scrambles to control the ball during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (17) and forward Toumani Camara (33) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Thunder's significant depth will always play a critical role in the team's success.

Nov 23, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) passes the ball beside Portland Trail Blazers guard Caleb Love (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Oklahoma City's defense appears to be the best across the entire league. It's roster makeup is a massive function of that, naturally.

Nov 23, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) moves past Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City superstar was named Western Conference Player of the Week coming off an impressive performance on Sunday evening.

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Last year's championship run saw the team's identity till the end through and through. Each player on the roster has continued to improve at fitting the team's mold thus far this season.

Nov 19, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2), center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) and Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (42) fight for a loose ball during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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It's being noticed universally across the NBA. Between front offices, the media, casual fans—everyone can tell you the Oklahoma City Thunder is in the most adva

Nov 15, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) shoots defended by Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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As the Thunder slowly introduce its defensive stalwart back into the lineup, Dort's looking to bounce back to his all-defensive level of play.

Nov 12, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9) celebrate after a basket against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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After the Thunder couldn't quite get things rolling right out the gates despite winning, the defending champs are now showing why they think they're the best team in the NBA.

Nov 11, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Trayce Jackson-Davis (32) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Youngblood (3) reach for a loose ball during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder's identity could've been noted as several things a year ago. A well-oiled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and co-star machine. A nonstop, disc

Nov 9, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) handles the ball as Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward (23) defends during the first quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The NBA's reigning MVP has came out swinging, and in his team's favor.

Mar 16, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks for a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) and center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Oklahoma City was regarded as one of the worst rebounding teams just two years ago. Early into this season, the team is beginning to shift that narrative.

Nathan Aker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

OKC Thunder's Jalen Williams Easing Back Into Form

OKC Thunder Aim to Continue Recent Success vs. Suns

Oklahoma City's Best Shooters are its High Volume Ones

The Oklahoma City Thunder is Positioned Well Even With Superstar on the Bench

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How the OKC-Dallas Playoff Series in 2023-24 Helped Kickstart the Thunder's Success

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How the OKC Thunder Stack up Against Previous Teams with Heavy Early-Season Success

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Oklahoma City's S-Tier Depth Proving True in Near-Flawless Record

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OKC Thunder's Specialty as Defensive Unit Illuminates Individual Contributions

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Named Western Conference Player of the Week for Second Time This Season

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Each OKC Thunder Player has Fully Bought in to Team Identity

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OKC Thunder Playing at Highest Level of Defensive Brand

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OKC's Lu Dort Prepared to Turn Things up Coming off Injury

Following Underwhelming Start, OKC Thunder is Showing the League its Dominance

OKC Thunder Continuing Turnover Ratio Excellence

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Iso-Forward Play Style is Front and Center Early this Season

OKC Thunder's Evolution Continues to Reinforce Interior Presence