OKC Thunder Take Down Pelicans in Summer League
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OKC Mayor David Holt is expected to unveil plans for OKC Thunder's new arena during the State of the City address. Watch live:
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, 95-81, in the NBA 2K26 Summer League at Cox Pavilion on Wednesday. While New Orleans got out to a 20-12 lead after the opening frame, Oklahoma City outscored them by at least five points in each of the final three frames. They rode a 63-47 second half to this blowout win.
Oklahoma City unveiled renderings of a new arena for the Thunder during the mayor's State of the City address, while the future of the current Paycom Center remains uncertain.
Kenrich Williams played in 69 games (seven starts), averaging 6.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game. He shot 48% from the field, including 39% from 3-point range. All while living up to his “Kenny Hustle” nickname.
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