On June 23, the Thunder defeated the Pacers 103-91 in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, making them the second youngest team in NBA history to win a championship. With shrewd management, they have several draft picks in the coming years to select promising talents, indicating a potential dynasty in the making.
The Thunder defeated the Pacers 103-91 in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, making them the second youngest team in NBA history to win a championship.
This year's NBA Finals was a youthful showdown, with the Thunder averaging just 25.6 years and the Pacers 27.1 years. Led by 26-year-old Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 29 points and provided 12 assists, the Thunder reached the pinnacle of the league, becoming the second youngest championship team in history, only behind the 1977 Blazers, who averaged 25.03 years.
On their path to the NBA championship, the Thunder did not rely on superstar players but instead thrived on excellent development, resulting in success this year. Over the next five years starting from this year, the team holds eight first-round draft picks and twelve second-round picks, effectively balancing performance and future potential. They still have great prospects in the coming years, with next year marking their first attempt at back-to-back championships since the Warriors in 2018.