During his time suiting up for the Sonics/Thunder, Durant wore only jersey No. 35 and put up 27.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.0 blocks per game.

During his time suiting up for the Sonics, Smith wore only jersey No. 35 and put up 2.0 points and as many rebounds per game.

The emphasis to winning a championship was definitely put on the team’s defense — both collectively and individually. The Thunder committed to a defensive identity and stuck to it even through losses and hardships.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returned to his hometown in Hamilton, Canada, months after leading the Thunder to the 2025 NBA title.

HAMILTON, Ontario (AP) — NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received the key to the city of Hamilton from Mayor Andrea Horwath at a public rally Thursday at Hamilton Stadium. Horwath also announced the Oklahoma City star will have a street named after him after capping an epic season by leading Thunder to the NBA title.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returned home to Hamilton, Ontario, to celebrate his historic MVP and championship season.