The Thunder were originally the Seattle SuperSonics, an NBA franchise from 1967 until 2008.¹⁾

The move to Oklahoma City in 2008 was controversial and resulted from failed arena negotiations in Seattle.²⁾

The Thunder played their first official game as an Oklahoma City team on October 29, 2008, against the Milwaukee Bucks.³⁾

The name “Thunder” reflects Oklahoma’s storm-prone weather and its military history with the 45th Infantry Division (Thunderbirds).⁴⁾

The Thunder play at the Paycom Center, formerly known as Chesapeake Energy Arena.⁵⁾

Their logo features a basketball shield, representing strength and energy—core values of the state.⁶⁾

Team colors are blue, orange, and yellow, representing the sky, sunset, and sun.⁷⁾

Thunder fans are known for their unwavering loyalty, even during rebuild seasons.⁸⁾

The upper deck at Paycom Center is nicknamed “Loud City” due to the intensity of fan support.⁹⁾

Kevin Durant won the NBA MVP in 2014 as a member of the Thunder.¹⁰⁾

Russell Westbrook averaged a triple-double for three straight seasons, starting in 2016–17.¹¹⁾

The Thunder reached the NBA Finals in 2012, but lost to the Miami Heat.¹²⁾

The Thunder drafted Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden—all of whom went on to win MVPs.¹³⁾

The Thunder are widely respected for their drafting success, including Ibaka, Adams, and Giddey.¹⁴⁾

GM Sam Presti is regarded as one of the most strategic executives in basketball.¹⁵⁾