The Oklahoma City Blue is a professional basketball team that competes in the NBA G League, which is the official minor league of the National Basketball Association (NBA) in the United States. The team is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and is affiliated with the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Oklahoma City Blue were founded in 2001 as the Asheville Altitude and played their first season in the NBA G League in the 2001-2002 season. The team was later relocated to Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2005, and then to Oklahoma City in 2014. The team plays their home games at the Cox Convention Center, which has a seating capacity of approximately 13,000 spectators.
As a G League team, the Oklahoma City Blue serves as a developmental platform for young players who are aspiring to play in the NBA. The team has had several notable players throughout its history, including Reggie Williams, Daniel Hamilton, and Deonte Burton, who have all gone on to play in the NBA.
In addition to player development, the Oklahoma City Blue also serve as a community partner in the Oklahoma City area, providing local outreach programs and activities. The team is also committed to social justice and community engagement initiatives, with a focus on creating positive change in the areas of education, healthcare, and social and economic equity.