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Former Thunder star goes big on social media right after his old team makes NBA history with a championship win!

Posted on June 23, 2025 - 6:41 am by

On Sunday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder etched their name in the NBA history books, clinching their first championship in the franchise’s OKC era with a commanding 103-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The triumph capped a remarkable 2024-25 season, where the Thunder, as the Western Conference’s top seed with a stellar 68-14 record, stormed through the playoffs, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies, Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and finally the Pacers. This historic run saw them amass 84 wins in a single season, joining an elite group as only the fourth team in NBA history to achieve this feat, according to the NBA.

The celebration reverberated far beyond the court, with former Thunder superstar Kevin Durant stealing the spotlight on social media. Durant, who spent nine electrifying years with the Thunder, leading them to the 2012 NBA Finals and earning the 2014 MVP Award, took to X to share his excitement. His post, which humorously noted, “Lil Hartenstein is slumped 😂😂😂 congrats Okc,” exploded with over 56,000 likes and 1.5 million impressions in just one hour, capturing the joy of Thunder fans worldwide.

Durant, who left Oklahoma City in 2016 to join the Golden State Warriors, where he won two NBA titles, has remained a vocal supporter of his former team. Just weeks earlier, on May 29, 2025, Durant was asked to compare the current Thunder squad to the 2012 team he led to the Finals. His response was glowing: “Im not big on hypotheticals so idk but this 2025 thunder team, they are historically great. Great shooting all across the board, efficient go to scorer in deuce, size and athleticism all across the board, versatility, shooting big and bruiser big, great coaching. Just a flat out perfectly crafted unit. I f**k with their approach to basketball. They are puttin together great film to learn from.” His words underscored the Thunder’s seamless blend of sharpshooting, athleticism, and strategic brilliance, cementing their status as a modern NBA powerhouse.

The 2024-25 Thunder’s journey to the championship was a masterclass in team construction and execution. With a roster boasting versatile stars, a dynamic scorer in “Deuce,” and a coaching staff that maximized their potential, they dominated the Western Conference and delivered a playoff performance for the ages. As the confetti fell and Oklahoma City celebrated its long-awaited title, Durant’s heartfelt praise and playful social media presence reminded fans of the deep connection between the franchise’s past and its triumphant present. This championship not only marks a pinnacle for the Thunder but also a moment of shared pride for one of the greatest players to ever don their jersey.