Maddie Lee
The Oklahoman
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Going 'cold-tofu': Thunder guard Chris Paul joins Partnership for a Healthier America summit as guest speaker
APR 28, 2020 - After Beyond Meat CEO Ethan Brown gave a presentation on the science and history behind the company, Paul joined him for what they deemed a “laptop-side chat.” → Read More
Report: Thunder could open practice facilities as soon as May 1
Last month, the NBA directed teams to close their practice facilities, in response to the growing coronavirus outbreak in the United States. But on Saturday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the league will loosen restrictions in tandem with local governments. → Read More
NBA and NBPA agree on player salary reduction schedule
In light of the stoppage of games due to the coronavirus pandemic, the NBA and NBPA have agreed to reduce players’ paychecks by 25 percent, starting May 15. → Read More
Thunder: GQ features Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's fashion
Without NBA games being played, Instagram has taken the place of the tunnel walk, and Gilgeous-Alexander's "#quarantinefits" caught the eye of GQ Magazine. → Read More
Thunder pledges financial aid to hourly workers at Chesapeake Energy Arena
With the Thunder’s addition, all 30 NBA teams have committed to -- whether it be by statement, or in a few cases via news reports -- supporting hourly workers. → Read More
Thunder pledges financial aid to hourly workers at Chesapeake Energy Arena
With the Thunder’s addition, all 30 NBA teams have committed to -- whether it be by statement, or in a few cases via news reports -- supporting hourly workers. → Read More
Report: NBA owners fear league could be suspended for at least three months
NBA owners fear that the league’s best-case scenario may be a mid-to-late June return, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported Sunday. → Read More
Report: NBPA informs players of CBA provision that could affect earnings
When drafting the collective bargaining agreement, NBA owners included a safe-guard, in case a season was ever shut down. → Read More
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Next steps for fans who attended the Thunder's postponed game against the Jazz
MAR 12, 2020 - The Thunder sent a memo Thursday morning to season ticket holders and fans in attendance at Wednesday night’s postponed game against the Jazz. → Read More
Thunder game halted while waiting for 'confirmation' to start
The Thunder's game against the Jazz came to a screeching halt after introductions. → Read More
Thunder coach Billy Donovan supports change in two-way contract rules
MAR 9, 2020 - Luguentz Dort, who signed a two-way contract as an undrafted free agent this past summer, has played 29 games with the Thunder and started 21. → Read More
Report: LiAngelo Ball signs with OKC Blue
LiAngelo Ball will join the Thunder's G League affiliate via waiver claim, The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported Saturday. → Read More
Sinclair and YouTube TV reach a deal to keep Thunder games streaming
YouTube TV will continue to broadcast 19 of Sinclair's 21 Fox regional sports networks, including Fox Sports Oklahoma. → Read More
What makes Danilo Gallinari a lethal offensive player?
Thunder forward Danilo Gallinari remained rooted to the floor as Mike Muscala loped to him. Muscala jumped and flailed. Gallinari waited, a smile tugging at one corner of his mouth. Dennis Schroder threw a ball arching into Gallinari’s path. Still, he waited. When Gallinari’s teammates had run out of distraction tactics Sunday, the perennial post-practice 3-point contest winner let his last shot… → Read More
Former Thunder star Paul George dedicates fishing dock at South Lakes Park
MAR 2, 2020 - The process of bringing a kid-friendly fishing dock to South Lakes Park began long before George requested a trade to join Kawhi Leonard in L.A.. → Read More
Injury update: Danilo Gallinari out at Milwaukee
FEB 28, 2020 - OKC listed Gallinari as out due to left ankle soreness. Gallinari, 31, has not played on the second night of a back-to-back since November. → Read More
Thunder programming: YouTube TV scheduled to drop Fox Sports Oklahoma
FEB 27, 2020 - YouTube TV announced Thursday that it was unable to reach an agreement with Sinclair to continue to offer FOX Regional Sports Networks. → Read More
Injury update: Andre Roberson moves his rehabilitation back to OKC
The next step for Roberson is to go through a series of medical tests. Roberson did not practice with the team Monday, Donovan said. But he worked out with development coaches after practice, running through situational drills on offense and defense. → Read More
Thunder injury update: Dennis Schroder participates in light practice
Dennis Schroder rolled his ankle in the Thunder’s 113-101 win over the Nuggets Friday. → Read More
'Break down the barrier walls': Women in Thunder basketball operations attend NBA All-Star forum
FEB 19, 2020 - CHICAGO — When Ayana Lawson’s daughter was born two years ago, Lawson’s perspective shifted. “How can I look her in the face and tell her she can do or be anything,” Lawson said, “if I don't 100 percent believed it myself?” The Women in Basketball Operations Forum, which the NBA hosts during All-Star week, is one way the league is tackling a lack of diversity in leadership… → Read More