OKLAHOMA CITY, March 2, 2016 – Oklahoma City Thunder Chairman Clayton I. Bennett today released the following statement.
"I am overcome with grief. Aubrey McClendon was a visionary community leader, a trusted business partner and a passionate member of the Thunder family. But more than anything, he was a brother and a dear friend.
"His love of his community and his desire to make Oklahoma a better place will forever inspire all of us. Louise and I offer our love and prayers to Katie and the McClendon family."