As a data analyst who’s modeled championship windows for NBA teams, I’m breaking down why this year is make-or-break for the Oklahoma City Thunder. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams set to hit max contracts, the financial domino effect could unravel their core roster. Drawing from my experience at ESPN and statistical modeling, I explain how timing, salary caps, and roster stability shape title hopes—just like in the Warriors' golden era. Don’t miss the cold math behind their window of opportunity.