OKC focuses on new season, not previous loss to Spurs
ESPN NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 9:22 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026

The Oklahoma City Thunder are approaching the new NBA season without focusing on their previous elimination by the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Team officials emphasized maintaining their strategy from last season as they prepare for upcoming challenges. The Thunder look to build on their experience from last year while moving forward in the competitive of the league. They aim to establish a strong start in the ongoing preseason.
- •Thunder are not concentrating on previous season's loss to Spurs.
- •Team aims to carry over last season's successful approach.
- •Oklahoma City prepares for a fresh start in the upcoming season.
- •The new season presents opportunities for growth and development.
- 10:01 PMESPN NBA — OKC taking same approach to season, not focused on Spurs
"The Oklahoma City Thunder said they are taking the same approach to the season and are not focused on Spurs after being eliminated by San Antonio in last year's Western Conference Finals.
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