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October 31, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Nikola Topic, a guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Following an ACL injury, Topic began treatment for the cancer, which includes chemotherapy. The team and fans are showing support for Topic, with some growing mustaches to raise awareness for prostate and testicular cancer prevention, as encouraged by El Durango Rugby Taldea.
July 2, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the 2023 NBA Finals MVP, has signed a contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder, making him the highest-paid player in NBA history with an annual salary of $57.5 million.
July 1, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signs a record-breaking, four-year $285 million contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder, including an annual salary of $71 million, making him the highest-paid player in NBA history.