Overview

• The GM told reporters the team is not guarding the past and must start anew, saying Oklahoma City will pursue excellence by “repeating a process” instead of imitating 2024-25.
• The reigning champions return largely the same roster after extending Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren on multi-year deals.
• Media Day is set for Monday, Sept. 29 at 11 a.m. CT, training camp opens Sept. 30, the preseason begins Oct. 5 vs. the Hornets, and Opening Night is Oct. 21 vs. the Rockets in Oklahoma City.
• Oddsmakers and analysts project a top regular-season mark, with BetMGM posting a 62.5 win total and one forecast landing around 65 wins.
• Local coverage points to forward Ousmane Dieng as a potential trade candidate this season, characterized as speculation tied to his limited role and lack of an extension.