Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a valid point about why opposing fans hate the Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander explained why some NBA fans actually hate the Thunder, and it's a reasonable point.
Love them or hate them, the reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder 's success over the last few years is undeniable. Three straight Western Conference No. 1 playoff seeds.
Nearly 180 regular-season wins and 30 postseason victories (and counting). And, of course, the 2025 NBA title. Ho-hum.
The Thunder are a preeminent example of what it means to thrive at the highest level of professional basketball. They are a machine, powered by likely back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous Alexander and the NBA's deepest, most talented roster. Whether they admit it or not, everyone in the Association right now would love to trade places with Oklahoma City atop the league's hierarchy.
Without question. For those that hate the Thunder, of which there are many, it's a common refrain to talk about how they've gamed the officials . Shoot, even some of the NBA's more famous (ahem) purple and gold "pots" have called the "kettle" black .