OKC Thunder Trends to Follow | Winners and Losers | NBA Cup Preview

OKC Thunder surge as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander flirts with a 50/40/90 season, transforming Oklahoma City into a true Western Conference contender. With SGA’s improved three-point shot and playmaking, defenses face a new nightmare while role players like Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, and Casen Wallace step up in pivotal moments. Can Mark Daigneault’s squad sustain their elite defensive rating and overcome upcoming challenges against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns in NBA Cup action?

Justin Martinez joins Rylan Stiles to spotlight midseason winners and losers around the league, from the surging Detroit Pistons to the struggling Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers. Tune in for insightful discussion on trending team dynamics, player development, and how key Thunder trends—including SGA’s efficiency and Wallace’s corner shooting—are shaping playoff aspirations. Don’t miss this sharp analysis of OKC’s evolving postseason path and NBA headlines dominating the quarter mark of the season.

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