Adding another accolade to his all-time resume, Sam Presti was recently inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. He was part of the 2025 class. After being announced as part of that group in May, he finally had the chance to join the prestigious club on Thursday, Nov. 13.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame opened in 1928. To be eligible, someone must reside in the state, perform outstanding services to humanity or be known for their public service throughout the state. Of course, anybody who knows a lick of basketball knows what Presti has accomplished.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been one of the most successful NBA franchises since relocating in 2008. Presti was named the general manager in 2007. Nearly two decades later, he’s built up two title contenders, three MVP winners and an NBA championship this past season.
One of the longest-tenured NBA GMs, Presti is viewed as one of the top minds of his profession. Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook enjoyed some of their best individual and team success when they were in OKC. He’s done it again with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren.
Inducted by Thunder owner Clay Bennett, here’s what Presti said in his Oklahoma Hall of Fame speech: