Thunder Players Delight Customers at Love’s Travel Stop
Oklahoma City — On March 31, 2026, Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and guard Kenrich Williams made an unannounced stop at a Love’s Travel Stop. They worked the register and handed out gift cards and team-themed items.
Surprise shift at the counter
The players spent part of the afternoon behind the counter. Customers left with smiles and free Thunder merchandise.
Thunder players aimed to delight customers with the unexpected interaction. The visit brought a lively moment to the convenience store.
Players’ perspective
Williams said the experience was fun but hectic with steady foot traffic. He called it a different kind of busy than game night.
Gilgeous-Alexander and Williams helped check out customers and pose for photos. The pair also handed out gift cards during the visit.
Schedule and context
The stop came after Monday night’s overtime victory over the Detroit Pistons. The team had a short break before returning to home court on Thursday.
The Thursday game will be against the Los Angeles Lakers. Fans who missed the store visit can still support team causes that night.
Community auction benefiting children
The Thunder Community Foundation launched an online auction running through the end of the third quarter on Thursday. Proceeds will fund foundation programs serving children in the area.
Featured auction items
- Signed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander game shoes.
- Autographed Alex Caruso jersey.
- Other signed gear from current and former Thunder players.
The club’s outreach combined on-court success with community work. Filmogaz.com will follow up with coverage of the auction results and the team’s next home appearance.
