The Oklahoma City Thunder double-decker Championship buses are nearing the end of the parade route, passing by the massive, cheering crowd based at Scissortail Park. There will be a closing program at the park, which was expected to start around 12:15 and will last approximately half an hour.

Many fans expressed excitement about the Oklahoma City Thunder's first NBA Championship, calling it "a big moment for the city."

Local leadership supporting LA28 in Canoe Slalom and Softball for the 2028 Olympic Games in Oklahoma City says recent waves of large-scale events serve as good practice for the big events.