A month after they beat the Indiana Pacers in a 2025 NBA Finals Game 7, Williams discussed what it was like to deal with McConnell's mini-takeovers. The underdog squad was able to push the heavy title favorite to the distance because role players like him had randomly explosive performances.

The winner advances to Sunday's championship game against either Toronto or Sacramento as rookies and young players continue to showcase their talents.

“Thunder.” And at that moment, hundreds in the room and who knows how many more watching broadcast streams elsewhere saw what Oklahoma City’s new downtown arena will look like. A glass façade. A circular shape. A rich interior. A magnificent building.

Mayor David Holt revealed the architectural designs for the new OKC Thunder arena on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the city's economic growth.

Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Jaylin Williams were all key contributors. Now, Presti has added 2025 first-round pick Thomas Sorber, a promising two-way center, to prepare for a potential Hartenstein exit after 2026.

Paycom Center is scheduled to remain the name of the current building until it closes, which would include three more Thunder seasons.

During his time suiting up for the Sonics, Evans wore only jersey Nos. 34 and 30 and put up 4.0 points and 7.1 rebounds per game.