Season preview: Thunder open 2026‑27 run vs. Phoenix in home game, starters expected healthy

AP preview frames Oklahoma City as the defending champions and reports key starters are healthy heading into their season‑opening matchup with Phoenix.

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- Thunder open the season at home against the Phoenix Suns.
- AP notes Thunder are reigning champions and carry high expectations after recent 64‑18 season.
- Phoenix finished 45‑37 and brings scorers Devin Booker and Jalen Green as matchup concerns.
- Reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander is listed as the team leader and healthy.
- Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams are highlighted as primary supporting stars.
- The article states other rotation players are reported ready to go for the matchup.

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