Royce Young
ESPN
Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Contact Royce
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Royce:
Oklahoma City Thunder change jerseys at half after mix-up with Atlanta Hawks
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Atlanta Hawks wore strikingly similar colors in Friday night's game, forcing the Thunder to change to white for the second half. → Read More
Melo: Wasn't easy, but committed to bench role
Carmelo Anthony said he had some "very honest" conversations with the Trail Blazers, which eased his comfort level regarding his new role coming off the bench this season. → Read More
Houston Rockets' Russell Westbrook leaves $8,000 tip for bubble hotel staff, per report
On his way out of the NBA bubble, Rockets star Russell Westbrook left the housekeepers at the Grand Floridian hotel an $8,000 tip, the Dallas Morning News reported. → Read More
Chesapeake Energy Corporation, company with ties to Thunder, files for bankruptcy
Chesapeake Energy Corporation, which holds the naming rights to the Oklahoma City Thunder's arena, announced Sunday it had filed for bankruptcy. → Read More
Sources -- OKC trades Russ to Rockets for Paul
The Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to trade Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets for Chris Paul, first-round picks in 2024 and 2026, and pick swaps in 2021 and 2025, league sources told ESPN. → Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder, Carmelo Anthony to part ways
The financial implications of Carmelo Anthony opting in for $27.9M have dictated that the Thunder will part ways with the forward this summer, sources told ESPN. → Read More
James Harden's MVP highlights the 'what-ifs' for the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden's MVP ascent is a bittersweet consolation prize in Houston. While in OKC, The Beard's breakthrough opens a wound for a franchise bracing for yet another star's potential exit. → Read More
The beat will go on for the Utah Jazz
Utah ran into problems against Houston, but the Jazz have put themselves on a winning trajectory by virtue of an underrated franchise center, a savvy coach and a rookie star. Will it ever be enough to challenge the West elite? → Read More
Russell Westbrook of Oklahoma City Thunder says Zaza Pachulia intentionally fell on his leg, 'tried to hurt me'
A heated Russell Westbrook went off on Zaza Pachulia on Saturday night, accusing the Warriors center of intentionally falling on his leg and trying to hurt him late in the third quarter of a game Golden State won 112-80. → Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder finally find their flow in rout of Utah Jazz
An offense that has sputtered at times hummed Wednesday for Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony & Co., propelling the Thunder back above .500 at 16-15. → Read More
Kyle Anderson of San Antonio Spurs exits vs. Oklahoma City Thunder with left medial knee sprain
Early indications are that Spurs forward Kyle Anderson suffered a left MCL strain during Sunday's loss to the Thunder, league sources told ESPN. An MRI exam scheduled for Monday is expected to provide more clarity. → Read More
Russell Westbrook falls just short of game-winner vs. Detroit Pistons
Russell Westbrook's knack for clutch shots late was a big reason he was the MVP, but those shots haven't fallen thus far, including in Friday's loss. → Read More
Russell Westbrook savors sweet win after string of losses to Warriors
The Thunder guard lit the fuse on a balanced OKC effort that ended a seven-game skid against Golden State and could prove to be a galvanizing moment. → Read More
Thunder's adjustment period shown in unusual game for Russell Westbrook
As Russell Westbrook gets used to having Carmelo Anthony and Paul George at his side, there will be awkward moments, like Saturday's loss to the Jazz. → Read More
Russell Westbrook's more reserved triple-double is just enough in Game 3 win
Russell Westbrook's 32-point triple-double came in a much more inclusive performance, allowing the Thunder to hold off a late Rockets rally in Game 3. → Read More
San Antonio Spurs take sting out of Russell Westbrook in crunch time
With the Spurs determined to limit Russell Westbrook, the Thunder star did a good job of utilizing his teammates -- until the very end of the game. → Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder's Russell Westbrook shows his best side
Although his 31st triple-double wasn't as gaudy as others, Russell Westbrook was at his best in orchestrating OKC's win over San Antonio. → Read More
Oklahoma City Thunder's Russell Westbrook shows his best side
Although his 31st triple-double wasn't as gaudy as others, Russell Westbrook was at his best in orchestrating OKC's win over San Antonio. → Read More
Russell Westbrook's career scoring night not enough
Russell Westbrook's 58 points in a loss to the Trail Blazers highlight Oklahoma City's deficiencies. → Read More
Doc: Think Pierce 'back and forth' on retirement
Doc Rivers said that while he thinks Paul Pierce is "going back and forth" on whether he should retire, the Clippers have plans that would let Pierce walk away as a member of the Celtics. → Read More