Oklahoma City's Thunder: From 2007 Trade to NBA Finals Glory
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The article traces how Sam Presti's strategic trades starting from a 2007 deal with the Phoenix Suns, involving a trade exception and key draft picks, set off a chain of moves that built the Oklahoma City Thunder into a competitive franchise, culminating in recent success with stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.
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