With the OKC Thunder hitting the podium for Media Day fans were eager to hear from the players returning to the club. The team will open training camp on Tuesday and play four preseason games between October 4th and 14th.
Thunder executive Sam Presti kicked off the first media session when he held his annual preseason media conference on Friday. In speaking about his young squad he noted how Summer League can impact the growth of the players in terms of relationship building and pinpointing candidates who’ll showcase leadership qualities.
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