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Oklahoma City Prepares for Thunder's Historic Championship Parade

6/23/2025

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Thunder Championship Parade

Oklahoma City is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration as the Thunder's first NBA championship parade takes place on June 24, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. The festive route will stretch from NW 10th Street to SW 6th Street. Mayor David Holt invites fans far and wide to partake in this historic moment for the city.

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Thunder Clinches Championship

In a thrilling Game 7, the Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their first NBA championship since moving from Seattle, triumphing over the Indiana Pacers 103-91. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shone brightly, scoring 29 points and dishing out 12 assists, earning the Finals MVP title. At an average age of just 25.6, this young team has etched their names in history as the second-youngest champions ever.

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Historical Context

The Oklahoma City Thunder, originally established as the Seattle SuperSonics in 1967, relocated to Oklahoma City in 2008 after a settlement over their lease. The team's first NBA Championship Parade on June 24, 2023, celebrates their 2025 championship victory, marking a significant achievement for a franchise that symbolizes community resilience, especially following the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing.

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Thunder Championship Parade

Oklahoma City is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration as the Thunder's first NBA championship parade takes place on June 24, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. The festive route will stretch from NW 10th Street to SW 6th Street. Mayor David Holt invites fans far and wide to partake in this historic moment for the city.

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