OKLAHOMA CITY — The 2025 Oklahoma City Thunder is the second-youngest championship team in NBA Finals history. The association's youngest champs in over 40 years is a testament to a competitive Western Conference, according to GM Sam Presti ahead of the defending champion's 2025-26 campaign. Now, Presti believes that the same competitive conference can push Oklahoma City to win its second title. As Presti reflected on how the Thunder ascended into a championship squad last season, he couldn't help but think of how the Western Conference played a vital part in Oklahoma City's growth over the years. I think it makes us better,” Presti added.