Thunder have yet another X-factor that should help them to a repeat championship

Mar 1, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault looks on during the game between the Mavericks and the Thunder at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesAny team led by reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should be pegged as a legitimate threat to win an NBA Championship. However, accompany him with a loaded collection of complementary talents like the OKC Thunder has, and it's only logical to view this club as the favorites to win it all here in 2025-26.

From All-Stars like Chet Holmgren to low-usage yet still high-impact veterans like Kenrich Williams, Oklahoma City is truly flush with talents who…