OKC Thunder announce date for 2026-27 NBA Media Day

The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to host their 2026-27 NBA Media Day on Monday, September 28th. The media day, which will span the entire day, begins around 12:30 p.m. Central Time. Mark Daigneault and the Thunder's players will be speaking to the press during the event. This media day marks the official kickoff to the new NBA season.

The Thunder are entering the 2026-27 season as co-title favorites, alongside the San Antonio Spurs. Over the past three NBA play-offs, Oklahoma City has consistently contended for the first seed. Despite cost-cutting measures in the off-season, the Thunder remain confident in their lineup. Key players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams are expected to maintain the team's championship aspirations.

Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, and Williams form one of the most decorated trios in the league, boasting two-time MVP and All-NBA honors. As the offseason begins, the Thunder are focusing on internal growth to replace the complementary pieces that were lost. The team is banking on its internal roster development to rebuild and stay competitive.

For comprehensive coverage of the OKC Thunder's Media Day, fans are encouraged to return to Thunder Wire. The Thunder's preseason schedule kicks off on Tuesday, October 6th, with a game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The team will then host the Spurs on Opening Night, Tuesday, October 20th.