Oklahoma City Thunder practice highlights ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder held their final practice on Sunday, Oct. 18, two days before facing the San Antonio Spurs on Opening Night. Coach Mark Daigneault discussed the upcoming season and commented on Billy Donovan's new role as a Spurs assistant. Chet Holmgren participated fully in practice after missing all five preseason games due to injury. Jared McCain expressed excitement about the season and emphasized the importance of defensive culture within the team.
- •Thunder practice occurred two days before the season opener against the Spurs.
- •Chet Holmgren participated fully following an injury in the preseason.
- •Mark Daigneault praised Billy Donovan's transition to Spurs assistant coach.
- •Jared McCain emphasized the team's strong defensive culture.
- •McCain expressed enthusiasm for the new season and travel experiences.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Recap: What OKC Thunder said at Sunday, Oct. 18 NBA practice
"Recap: What Oklahoma City Thunder said at Sunday, Oct. 18 NBA practice.
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