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ESPN projects OKC Thunder for second place in 2026-27 NBA season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:05 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

ESPN projects OKC Thunder for second place in 2026-27 NBA season

Summary

ESPN's Summer Forecast has the Oklahoma City Thunder finishing second in the 2026-27 Western Conference with a record of 60-22. The San Antonio Spurs are projected to finish first at 62-20. Despite recent trades that impacted their depth, including moving Lu Dort and Isaiah Joe, the Thunder remain a title contender, bolstered by the trio of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams. There are concerns regarding the lack of experience on the bench ahead of the upcoming season.

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•Thunder are projected to finish second in the Western Conference.
•They have a projected record of 60-22 for the season.
•The Spurs are expected to finish first with a record of 62-20.
•Recent trades have weakened the Thunder's bench depth.
•Key players include Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams.

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