WAY OF NORMAN. IT IS NOW THE MONTH OF OCTOBER. THAT MEANS THUNDER BASKETBALL IS JUST ABOUT BACK. THE HOME OPENER JUST A FEW WEEKS AWAY, AND THE THUNDER ARE IN FULL SWING TO CREATE THE BEST EXPERIENCE FOR THE FANS AND FOR THE REIGNING NBA CHAMPS. COCO ALYSE JONES HAS A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES OF WHAT TO EXPECT ON GAME NIGHTS. THE THUNDER SEASON. SO CLOSE YOU CAN TASTE IT. AND THAT’S EXACTLY WHAT THEY’RE DOING TONIGHT, GIVING US A SNEAK PEEK AT ALL OF THE DIFFERENT FOOD AND NEW MERCH OPTIONS AHEAD OF THE SEASON OPENER. I CALL IT LIKE THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AT A THUNDER GAME NIGHT. HOT OFF THE PRESS WITH NEW FOOD RIGHT HERE. THIS IS DOUBLE SIZED, DOUBLE FRIED NEW MERCH. WE NOW HAVE A THUNDER GEAR CUSTOMIZATION STATION SO YOU CAN BUY YOUR FAVORITE JERSEY, YOUR FAVORITE HAT, YOUR FAVORITE T SHIRT, AND YOU CAN GET IT CUSTOMIZED AND TOP TIER EXPERIENCES FOR THUNDER FANS. THE THUNDER IS KNOWN FOR HAVING ONE OF THE BEST NBA EXPERIENCES IN THE LEAGUE. THE SEASON IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER, AND VENDORS ARE READY FOR LOUD CITY TO BRING THE ENERGY. IT’S AMAZING, YOU KNOW, TO BE A VENDOR HERE. I KNOW IT IS. LOCAL VENDORS FLOODING THE HALLS OF THE PAYCOM CENTER. WE ARE LOOKING AT STEAK TACOS WITH THE MADE IN OKLAHOMA SALSA ON IT, AND EVEN RUMBLE COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS UNTIL THUNDER BASKETBALL IS BACK ON OCTOBER 21ST. PLUS, THE OKC THUNDER SAYS IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO GET TICKETS. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ALWAYS AT TICKETMASTER OR THROUGH OKCTHUNDER.COM. WE ACTUALLY DO STILL HAVE SOME TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR OPENING NIGHT. TIP OFF IS SET FOR 6:30 P.M. AS THE REIGNING CHAMPS STEP BACK ON THE COURT LOOKING T
Thunder basketball season kicks off with new food, merchandise at Paycom Center
As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare for their season opener on Oct. 21, fans can expect exciting new food options, merchandise customization, and top-tier experiences at the Paycom Center.
Updated: 10:14 PM CDT Oct 1, 2025
The Oklahoma City Thunder are preparing for their season opener on Oct. 21, offering fans a sneak peek at new food and merchandise options at the Paycom Center. >> Download the KOCO 5 app | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channelGayle Maxwell from OKC Thunder described the upcoming season as “the sights and sounds of what you can expect at a Thunder Game Night.”Vendor Eddie’s showcased their “world famous” wings, highlighting the “dirty wings right here, double sauced, double fried.”Fans can also look forward to a Thunder gear customization station, where they can personalize jerseys, hats, and T-shirts. “We now have a Thunder gear customization station so you can buy your favorite jersey, favorite hat, favorite T-shirt and get it customized,” Maxwell said.”The Thunder is known for having one of the best NBA experiences in the league,” Maxwell said.Local vendors are excited to bring their energy to Loud City, with offerings like steak tacos featuring Made in Oklahoma salsa. “It’s amazing to be a vendor here, I know it is,” a Made in Oklahoma vendor said.Rumble, the Thunder mascot, is counting down the days until the team returns to the court. Maxwell noted that tickets are still available. “Tickets are available always at Ticketmaster or through OKCThunder.com and we do have some loud city tickets available for opening night,” she said.Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here.The season opener tip-off is set for 6:30 p.m., as the reigning champs step back on the court to defend their title.Top HeadlinesVote to end government shutdown fails in Senate; Democrats hold firm on health care demandsPaycom lays off over 500 employees due to AI-driven technologies and automation strategiesHere’s what stays open, what closes during a government shutdownMajority of 120 undocumented people detained in immigration bust got driver’s licenses from 4 statesOKCFD: Authorities investigate after body found in Oklahoma River
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are preparing for their season opener on Oct. 21, offering fans a sneak peek at new food and merchandise options at the Paycom Center.
>> Download the KOCO 5 app | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channel
Gayle Maxwell from OKC Thunder described the upcoming season as “the sights and sounds of what you can expect at a Thunder Game Night.”
Vendor Eddie’s showcased their “world famous” wings, highlighting the “dirty wings right here, double sauced, double fried.”
Fans can also look forward to a Thunder gear customization station, where they can personalize jerseys, hats, and T-shirts.
“We now have a Thunder gear customization station so you can buy your favorite jersey, favorite hat, favorite T-shirt and get it customized,” Maxwell said.
“The Thunder is known for having one of the best NBA experiences in the league,” Maxwell said.
Local vendors are excited to bring their energy to Loud City, with offerings like steak tacos featuring Made in Oklahoma salsa.
“It’s amazing to be a vendor here, I know it is,” a Made in Oklahoma vendor said.
Rumble, the Thunder mascot, is counting down the days until the team returns to the court. Maxwell noted that tickets are still available.
“Tickets are available always at Ticketmaster or through OKCThunder.com and we do have some loud city tickets available for opening night,” she said.
Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here.
The season opener tip-off is set for 6:30 p.m., as the reigning champs step back on the court to defend their title.
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