Thunder and Love's team up for community giveaway

The NBA team and local retailer surprise drivers with free gas amid high prices.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:38pm

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The Oklahoma City Thunder and Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores partnered to provide free gas to drivers in Oklahoma City on a day when the national average price for a gallon of gas reached $4, with the state average around $3.27. The giveaway was a surprise for local residents struggling with the high fuel costs.

Why it matters

As gas prices continue to rise, this community giveaway by the Thunder and Love's helps alleviate the financial burden on Oklahoma City residents and shows the organizations' commitment to supporting the local community.

The details

The Thunder and Love's set up a gas station giveaway, allowing drivers to fill up their tanks for free for a limited time. The organizations covered the cost of the gas, providing much-needed relief to consumers dealing with the highest fuel prices in four years.

  • The giveaway took place on April 1, 2026.
  • Gas prices nationally reached a four-year high on the same day.

The players

Oklahoma City Thunder

The professional basketball team that plays in the NBA and is based in Oklahoma City.

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores

A chain of truck stop and convenience stores headquartered in Oklahoma City.

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What they’re saying

“We're proud to team up with Love's to give back to the community and help ease the burden of high gas prices, even if just for a little while.”

— Sam Presti, General Manager, Oklahoma City Thunder

What’s next

The Thunder and Love's plan to continue their community partnership with more joint initiatives in the future to support Oklahoma City residents.

The takeaway

This gas giveaway demonstrates the Thunder and Love's commitment to their local community and willingness to step up and provide relief during challenging economic times.