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.

Nov 30, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots a three point jump shot during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder cannot rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to handle the bulk of the scoring against premier teams, and the San Antonio Spurs have exposed that.

Dec 18, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) moves the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The OKC Thunder's masterful defensive-minded wing Lu Dort has seen offensive slumps before, but now he's undergoing one amid a team of endless depth.

Dec 13, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) during the fourth quarter at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama hinted at the integrity of Oklahoma City's play following his team's victory over the Thunder this past Saturday.

Dec 13, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes up for the lay up as San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox (4) looks on during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder lost to the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup semifinal on Saturday night. Could this be replicated by the Spurs moving forward?

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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Jalen Williams had a late start to the season. He's pulling things together now six games in.

Nov 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends a drive by Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (00) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Thunder has had the Suns' number for some time now, and that could be on display again in tonight's NBA Cup matchup.

Nov 5, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) shoots the ball over Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

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The Thunder's most frequent shooters happen to be its most accurate.

Dec 2, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after making a basket against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Oklahoma City is such a deep team that it should be able to take care of business without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on the floor on Sunday evening.

Oct 27, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) makes a jump shot over Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-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.

Nathan Aker

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Oklahoma City Looks to Close Out Season Series With Win Over Portland Trail Blazers

Chet Holmgren, Aaron Wiggins Provide Scoring Cushion in Sunday's Win

Philadelphia 76ers in Unfortunate Spot as OKC Thunder Look to Recoup

OKC Thunder's Defensive Floor Decreased in December

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OKC Thunder's Lack of Offensive Support Highlighting Scoring Flaws

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OKC Thunder's Lu Dort Has Seen Slumps Before, but This One is Slightly Different

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Former NBA Sixth Man of the Year Tells Victor Wembanyama to "Put an Address on it" in Message to OKC Thunder

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Could First OKC-San Antonio Contest Dictate Five-Game Season Series?

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OKC Thunder's Jalen Williams Easing Back Into Form

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OKC Thunder Aim to Continue Recent Success vs. Suns

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Oklahoma City's Best Shooters are its High Volume Ones

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

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

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

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

OKC Thunder's Specialty as Defensive Unit Illuminates Individual Contributions