Thunder Hold Media Day; Jaylin Williams Signs Deal

The reigning-champion Oklahoma City Thunder held media day Sept. 29 at Paycom Center as they prepare for the 2025-26 NBA season, producing behind-the-scenes photos and video of players including Cason Wallace, Jaylin Williams, Chet Holmgren and Isiah Hartenstein. Jaylin Williams called the offseason "a blessing," said he signed a new deal and praised teammate Jalen "JDub" Williams for his postseason toughness. Head coach Mark Daigneault and players confirmed the Thunder will play six preseason games beginning Oct. 5 in Charleston against the Charlotte Hornets and will open the regular season at home on Oct. 21 against the Houston Rockets, which will also serve as ring night. Training camp begins this week with a full 15-man roster and two two-way players, leaving one two-way spot available. Prospects such as Malevy Leons and Chris Youngblood are competing for that final two-way slot as Daigneault signals he will employ a deep rotation.