Best Podcast Episodes About Oklahoma City Thunder
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Updated: Apr 02, 2026 – 65 episodes
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“… attempts per game in the playoffs but they are they are so good and so deep they were able to eke it out and listen as a as a i have picked the thunder now three years in a row like i think that they are the best team part of it is a bias of doing reporting around sam presti for for the book pipeline to the pros like I what I love about the Thunder is they don't put a single player who's bad at defense every single player who gets minutes for them is a two-way basketball player or or two ways not the right way to say it yeah but I see what you mean like like if you can't guard you can't play …”
“… and in the playoffs will that childish man be able to hold his shit together when he's not getting the calls that he wants and or expects yeah we saw it with she a little bit last year like it she didn't get the exact like the same number of free throw attempts per game in the playoffs but they are they are so good and so deep they were able to eke it out and listen as a as a i have picked the thunder now three years in a row like i think that they are the best team part of it is a bias of doing reporting around sam presti for for the book pipeline to the pros like I what I love about the Thunder is they don't put a single player who's bad at defense every single player who gets minutes for them is a two-way basketball player or or two ways not the right way to say it yeah but I see what you mean like like if you can't guard you can't play here right every guy Austin Reeves is not a Thunder guy right like they go out and get Hartenstein they go out and get Caruso they go out like every like their specialists tend to be more defensive oriented than offensive oriented and then their players on offense are also really good and they're crazy deep so there's not a single defensive …”
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The Oklahoma City Thunder might be the best team in the NBA, but can they maintain their dominance in the playoffs? With a roster full of two-way players and no defensive liabilities, they’ve built a formidable squad. However, playoff officiating and increased defensive intensity could challenge their success.
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OKC's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just scored an impressive 47 points, showcasing his MVP-level talent as the team gears up for the playoffs. Despite a close game against Detroit, their performance indicates they are a serious contender, especially with only one less loss than the Spurs since February. The discussion highlights the respect for both teams and the competitive landscape of the playoffs.
“… basing this off of, best player on the best team. Yeah, Paul. They do not face each other. But they could be facing each other in the playoffs. The Thunder faced the Lakers twice, so that will get national TV play. Yeah. Let's see. Mike in Sarasota. Hi, Mike. What's on your mind today? Hey, DP. How are you doing today? So yesterday you guys were talking about the favorite sports moment. So just real quick, I got a favorite one. First time seeing Mike Tyson live on pay-per-view, and it was against Buster Douglas. And then secondly, the refs for the Oklahoma City game, do you think they're going to …”
“The Spurs have seven games to go. They got a little work to do. We talked about this last week. Do they play each other? Checking. Okay. But if the Spurs have the best record, then Wemby should win MVP, correct? Correct. That's what we've been basing this off of, best player on the best team. Yeah, Paul. They do not face each other. But they could be facing each other in the playoffs. The Thunder faced the Lakers twice, so that will get national TV play. Yeah. Let's see. Mike in Sarasota. Hi, Mike. What's on your mind today? Hey, DP. How are you doing today? So yesterday you guys were talking about the favorite sports moment. So just real quick, I got a favorite one. First time seeing Mike Tyson live on pay-per-view, and it was against Buster Douglas. And then secondly, the refs for the Oklahoma City game, do you think they're going to call the same way in the playoffs that they did last night as far as going to overtime and things like that? Yeah, but that had to be called. Like that was embarrassing if it wasn't it wasn't a flop. But once again, I really think this is incumbent upon the officials and the NBA. Do you need to? I'm sure they've discussed this of how are we going …”
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The upcoming playoffs could hinge on how referees handle calls, especially with the Spurs and Thunder potentially facing off. As the Spurs aim for the best record, Victor Wembanyama's MVP chances rise, but inconsistent officiating could skew the outcomes. With the Thunder's recent games raising questions about foul calls, fans are left wondering how this will play out in the postseason.
“… guys with a magic wall and you're flipping back and forth channels. It's like, okay, right now the following states are, the polls are closing in Oklahoma. Then it goes, do, do, do, do, do, do, breaking news. Donald Trump wins Oklahoma. It's immediate and it's devastating. And so kudos to the Oklahoma City Thunder for not being fascist collaborators for not going to play patty cake with an administration that is removing actively removing black history from all pillars national parks the U military all sorts of places Because this is a league that is you know I think it's 80 something percent …”
“You know, one of these guys with a magic wall and you're flipping back and forth channels. It's like, okay, right now the following states are, the polls are closing in Oklahoma. Then it goes, do, do, do, do, do, do, breaking news. Donald Trump wins Oklahoma. It's immediate and it's devastating. And so kudos to the Oklahoma City Thunder for not being fascist collaborators for not going to play patty cake with an administration that is removing actively removing black history from all pillars national parks the U military all sorts of places Because this is a league that is you know I think it's 80 something percent African-American athletes, really, really high. And so I really love that they aren't going. And then just another personal grievance that I need to air. And if Those of you that don't follow sports, I apologize for what this will make this short, but there is this announcer and her name is, is it Doris Burke? Yeah. Okay. Doris Burke. She is an NBA …”
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Doris Burke, a prominent NBA announcer, has been criticized for labeling Oklahoma City Thunder player Shea Gilgeous-Alexander as a 'foul merchant,' which has sparked debate among fans. This segment dives into the impact of sports commentary on public perception, particularly in the context of a player breaking Wilt Chamberlain's record. The host expresses frustration over how this label influences opinions and highlights the excitement of being a Thunder fan amidst these controversies.
“Guys the game that just went off the Thunder beat the Knicks by the score of 111 to 110 Shea did nothing but strengthen his MVP stranglehold He had 30 points of 8 of 18 shooting but he got to the line 16 times He made 13 of those. So he had 30. Chet chipped in with 16. Lou Dort had 12. Jalen Williams back, his fourth game back from that long injury. He had 22, his best game by far in his return. Jalen Brunson did all he could to keep the Knicks in it, but it wasn't nearly enough. He …”
“Guys the game that just went off the Thunder beat the Knicks by the score of 111 to 110 Shea did nothing but strengthen his MVP stranglehold He had 30 points of 8 of 18 shooting but he got to the line 16 times He made 13 of those. So he had 30. Chet chipped in with 16. Lou Dort had 12. Jalen Williams back, his fourth game back from that long injury. He had 22, his best game by far in his return. Jalen Brunson did all he could to keep the Knicks in it, but it wasn't nearly enough. He didn't get enough support from the other guys. They didn't shoot the ball enough. Jalen Brunson had 32 points on 13 of 22 shooting on four of seven from the three-point line. But anytime Jose Alvarado takes the second most shots of anybody, well, third most shots behind Jalen Brunson and Mikael Bridges, you're probably going to have a problem. He took …”
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In a nail-biting finish, Shea Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a narrow 111-110 victory over the New York Knicks, solidifying his MVP candidacy with 30 points. With clutch plays in the final minutes, including crucial free throws and a decisive three-pointer, Shea showcased why he is the go-to player in tight situations, while the Knicks struggled to support their star, Jalen Brunson.
“… And I think offensively, he's been good, even though he's overqualified in terms of his stature on the team as a pressure release valve for a Thunder offense that can sometimes feel like this is kind of creaky. when Lou Dort and Caruso and those guys aren't making their wide open threes. And I think Chet has gotten way better at destroying smaller matchups, which is always going to kind of be the make or break indicator for bigs. If teams can just switch a wing or, God forbid, a damn point guard onto you and you can't punish them with free throw attempts or just shooting efficient shots …”
“… this guy is on defense. And again, some there's some nights where you watch Chet still get pushed around a little bit on defense because he's still like trying to find his grown man strength. But on a night to night basis, this guy is a menace on defense. And I think offensively, he's been good, even though he's overqualified in terms of his stature on the team as a pressure release valve for a Thunder offense that can sometimes feel like this is kind of creaky. when Lou Dort and Caruso and those guys aren't making their wide open threes. And I think Chet has gotten way better at destroying smaller matchups, which is always going to kind of be the make or break indicator for bigs. If teams can just switch a wing or, God forbid, a damn point guard onto you and you can't punish them with free throw attempts or just shooting efficient shots directly over those guys, you know, you're not going to reach your full potential as an offensive player. And I think he's made so many strides in that regard in terms of being able to beat up smaller switches. You know, I think in the past we've seen this with like guys like Porzingis, where in Dallas, You could put Pat Beverly on this freaking guy. …”
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Chet Holmgren is proving to be a defensive powerhouse for the Oklahoma City Thunder, significantly impacting games despite still developing his physical strength. His ability to exploit smaller matchups offensively has transformed him into a critical asset for the team, reminiscent of how Kristaps Porzingis evolved. Holmgren's growth is essential for the Thunder's playoff aspirations, showcasing his potential as a future star.
“… I think they may be the three in the West. You may have to look this up. I'm just going from memory. They're probably three in the West right now. Oklahoma Spurs, Lakers. Thunder, Spurs, probably Lakers. I need a check on that But Luka won Austin Reeves two and LeBron as the third option The Lakers are now pretty good what do you see yeah Lakers at three so that is one of my NBA headlines again this is gonna be super casual uh we can talk Thunder Spurs it's another one of mine uh Thunder's only have two games I know creeping up the Spurs are creeping the Spurs are creeping they're really good …”
“… Kevin, I don't know if you've been watching me at Laker games He hustles He dives I feel like he is able to keep some of his energy And then use it in spurts Yeah, when he needs to And he still looks like he's 25 at some time So the Lakers are good I think they may be the three in the West. You may have to look this up. I'm just going from memory. They're probably three in the West right now. Oklahoma Spurs, Lakers. Thunder, Spurs, probably Lakers. I need a check on that But Luka won Austin Reeves two and LeBron as the third option The Lakers are now pretty good what do you see yeah Lakers at three so that is one of my NBA headlines again this is gonna be super casual uh we can talk Thunder Spurs it's another one of mine uh Thunder's only have two games I know creeping up the Spurs are creeping the Spurs are creeping they're really good obviously Wimanyama is freaking awesome but they've got so much good young talent around him as well it's not just that the thunder jaylen williams missed 45 games this year so i think like hamstring twice there's another injury that kept him out at the beginning but he's been out um hartenstein's missed 20 games for the thunder like jaron mccain …”
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In a hilarious twist, the hosts discuss how LeBron James, now 41, is thriving as the Lakers' third option, prompting disbelief and laughter. They compare the Lakers' dominance to the Warriors' past reign, all while juggling their love for baseball and March Madness, making for a chaotic but entertaining sports chat.
“… sometimes players and teams can enter where you're like, ah, fuck these guys. I will say not to, not to be the defend the refs guy or defend the thunder guy or whatever. Cause I do think it's hilarious that Mike Brown has two technical fouls this year and they both just losing his shit the line of coaches like these coaches need a support group now with like him and chris finch and all the coaches who have just lost it because of the thunder but there are even even in a game where he shoots 16 free throws and there a couple where you like oh boy did he kick his leg out that looks a little wonky …”
“… it just like if you're, if you're saying they got villainy, what's different? It's the same. They didn't do anything different. I think we changed. They didn't change because they've been successful. And now I think they've entered that zone that, that sometimes players and teams can enter where you're like, ah, fuck these guys. I will say not to, not to be the defend the refs guy or defend the thunder guy or whatever. Cause I do think it's hilarious that Mike Brown has two technical fouls this year and they both just losing his shit the line of coaches like these coaches need a support group now with like him and chris finch and all the coaches who have just lost it because of the thunder but there are even even in a game where he shoots 16 free throws and there a couple where you like oh boy did he kick his leg out that looks a little wonky you there are a couple drives like one mitchell robinson kind of met him at the rim and i i kind of expected him to get a call and he didn't get a call he's just in the paint a lot and it's worth at least noting that even as you maybe are getting enraged at the whistle that he seems to be getting there are these stray plays here and they were like …”
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is redefining his game and becoming a villain in the NBA, which could lead him to back-to-back MVPs. His ability to draw fouls and perform in clutch moments showcases not just his skill but a character transformation that makes the Thunder a formidable playoff team. This evolution in his game, coupled with the perception shift around his team, positions SGA as a player to watch this postseason.
“… he is in my life And quite frankly that what I believe he is Right. And so Josh and I live separately a lot of the time. I'm in New York. He's in Oklahoma City. And Tebby really enjoys it when Josh isn't in Oklahoma City because he sleeps on the other side of the bed, on the pillow. When we're on the sofa together, he's right next to me. He enjoys the point position that a dedicated partner should have. Right. So as we go to Mexico, we would get two chairs on the beach and Josh would be fidgeting around with his sunscreen or his earplugs. I mean, just some ailment, you know, some shit that he …”
“… Like he is in love with me. He's not bisexual. He's not heterosexual. He's not asexual. He is, he prefers me. Like he in love with me He thinks he my husband He thinks he my son He thinks he my brother Like any sort of partner that what he believes he is in my life And quite frankly that what I believe he is Right. And so Josh and I live separately a lot of the time. I'm in New York. He's in Oklahoma City. And Tebby really enjoys it when Josh isn't in Oklahoma City because he sleeps on the other side of the bed, on the pillow. When we're on the sofa together, he's right next to me. He enjoys the point position that a dedicated partner should have. Right. So as we go to Mexico, we would get two chairs on the beach and Josh would be fidgeting around with his sunscreen or his earplugs. I mean, just some ailment, you know, some shit that he has. Right. And Tubby would just hop right up on Josh's chair and just stretch out. And then Josh would have to move him. And then we would go to get in a car and Josh would forget something, of course, and then he'd have to get out and hubby, tubby would pop from the ground of the car, like the floorboard of the car up to Josh's seat. And Josh, …”
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In a humorous recount of a vacation in Mexico, a woman shares how her dog Tubby competes for her affection against her husband, Josh. The story highlights the amusing dynamics of love and jealousy, with Tubby claiming his spot next to her in various situations, leading to Josh's playful frustration. This lighthearted narrative showcases the quirks of relationships and the unique bonds we share with our pets.
“Like, what are they doing out there? So, it's not the recipe for success. to play 11 in a big game. And I know they're going to cut. Listen, Oklahoma City has first world problems with the depth that they have, but I just don't think you're ever going to be able to compete. It's a, it's a, the greatest part about NBA players, Zach, is their learning curve is so steep. You do something to me on one possession, I got you for the second possession, right? And it's just like all this learning curve and chess match going on. Well, guess what happened? When you negate that by subbing a ton, …”
“Like, what are they doing out there? So, it's not the recipe for success. to play 11 in a big game. And I know they're going to cut. Listen, Oklahoma City has first world problems with the depth that they have, but I just don't think you're ever going to be able to compete. It's a, it's a, the greatest part about NBA players, Zach, is their learning curve is so steep. You do something to me on one possession, I got you for the second possession, right? And it's just like all this learning curve and chess match going on. Well, guess what happened? When you negate that by subbing a ton, players don't get a rhythm to figure out like if i'm going against tatum and i'm going to get brown like i'm not going to give them one look i have to like mix that up and as a player like like like caruso you can't have him just play like three minutes on those guys he needs like like a little bit of a runway lugens door needs a little bit of a runway …”
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Oklahoma City's decision to play 11 players in a crucial game against the Celtics backfired, disrupting player rhythm and cohesion. This coaching choice, while showcasing their depth, ultimately hampered their ability to compete effectively. The takeaway? In high-stakes games, consistency and rhythm matter more than sheer numbers.
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James Harden could have been an NBA dynasty player if he had stayed with Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook in Oklahoma City. While he was still developing, his potential to become a scoring champion and an all-star was evident. The trio's dynamics could have led to multiple championships, changing the landscape of the NBA forever.
“… at the Civic Center, on the, is it the 7th? Whatever the Saturday is coming up. Then I have a bunch of dates. Little Rock, Fayetteville, Arkansas, Oklahoma City. Yeah, a bunch of places. I don't know where else because I don't have it in front of me, but I'm on tour, fortunefeimster.com. I am on tour as well, tignotaro.com. And speaking of San Diego, I've always wanted to have a breakfast restaurant there called the Sandy-ago. Oh, there you go. There you are. Wait, I don't get it. Well, there's like waffles called Eggos. Oh, the sandy Eggo. I'm also in Cedar Rapids, Rochester, Minnesota. Also …”
“… she's an EP along with Brandy Carlisle, and they sing that salt and sour and sweet. March 3rd, I'm on tour. Check out maymartin.net. See if I'm coming to your town. You're also touring or running? Yeah, I'm going to be in San Diego, I believe at the Civic Center, on the, is it the 7th? Whatever the Saturday is coming up. Then I have a bunch of dates. Little Rock, Fayetteville, Arkansas, Oklahoma City. Yeah, a bunch of places. I don't know where else because I don't have it in front of me, but I'm on tour, fortunefeimster.com. I am on tour as well, tignotaro.com. And speaking of San Diego, I've always wanted to have a breakfast restaurant there called the Sandy-ago. Oh, there you go. There you are. Wait, I don't get it. Well, there's like waffles called Eggos. Oh, the sandy Eggo. I'm also in Cedar Rapids, Rochester, Minnesota. Also check out Starfleet Academy that I'm on with Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti and an incredible cast. Also, tomorrow I will be performing for the Stand Up for Equality show March 4th in Los Angeles with Margaret Cho, Matteo Lane and a bunch of incredible comedians. come on out and please share any of your favorite episodes with anybody rate review …”
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After a challenging surgery in 2019, I found myself craving massive chocolate milkshakes and giant vegan cinnamon rolls. Surprisingly, these indulgences didn't turn me off—I'm still in love with them! Now, as I prepare for my upcoming tour, I'm ready to share my journey of recovery and newfound food preferences.
“… for forgiveness here really quick before I get into a car accident and wind up in hell for the rest of my life. You know, that's why you ended up at Oklahoma Baptist.”
“… a thing that is constantly referred to. They are bringing it to the front of your mind all the time. And when they're not your own shit is bringing it to the forefront where you're like, Oh no, I was, I said a cuss word. I need to, I need to, to ask for forgiveness here really quick before I get into a car accident and wind up in hell for the rest of my life. You know, that's why you ended up at Oklahoma Baptist.”
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The discussion reveals a troubling trend among some politicians who view current geopolitical tensions, like the situation in Iran, through a messianic lens. The speaker, reflecting on their evangelical upbringing, shares the weight of living with the belief in the Rapture, highlighting how this perspective shapes decision-making and influences military rhetoric. This segment examines the intersection of faith and politics, raising concerns about the implications of such beliefs on global stability.
“… cultures and new people. It's a very exciting and highly educational experience. I totally agree. I went from Buffalo, New York, to New Orleans, to Oklahoma City, to Cleveland, to Chicago a couple of times, to Minneapolis, to Long Island, to New York City, to Bermuda. It was just a world of difference every single time. Not only your co-workers, but also the clients you were working with were different. Settling into a new place, it was, in retrospect, really a gift. Yeah, but that's not happening like it was. No. So, what's going on today? What are you seeing out there? Because you're not in big …”
“… life, basically, and then all of a sudden I'm thrown into Toronto, Canada, where things are cold, because I grew up in California, they're cold. And then I spent time in the San Francisco Bay Area, in Arkansas. Completely different cultures, business cultures and new people. It's a very exciting and highly educational experience. I totally agree. I went from Buffalo, New York, to New Orleans, to Oklahoma City, to Cleveland, to Chicago a couple of times, to Minneapolis, to Long Island, to New York City, to Bermuda. It was just a world of difference every single time. Not only your co-workers, but also the clients you were working with were different. Settling into a new place, it was, in retrospect, really a gift. Yeah, but that's not happening like it was. No. So, what's going on today? What are you seeing out there? Because you're not in big corporate anymore. Obviously, you're seeing some change, so what are you seeing out there? Well, to go back to what you started with, I think nowadays, younger people really are thinking about portfolio careers and having multiple streams of income at the same time. Not only because it's okay to have more than one job, if you will, but people are …”
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Today, many young professionals are embracing portfolio careers to achieve self-reliance in an unpredictable job market. With the decline of traditional corporate stability and the rise of technology-driven work, individuals are seeking multiple streams of income. This shift reflects a significant change in how we approach work and security in the modern era.
“… she got was not what she expected. So in 2009, I started being a little more open, and I actually did an interview with my local Fox station in Oklahoma City at the time to kind of do a coming out party of sorts. And the day after the first part ran, I had my cell phone on, and I get a call coming in from this client who I knew to be a conservative Christian. I had met this client at their house, and it was just all Jesus books and videos. So I was like, oh no, here it comes. I'm about to lose clients over this. And instead, he was like, I saw your story on the news. It was so inspirational. …”
“in sharing her story, so she did an interview on the local news, knowing that some of her religious clients might have concerns about her identity. But the reaction she got was not what she expected. So in 2009, I started being a little more open, and I actually did an interview with my local Fox station in Oklahoma City at the time to kind of do a coming out party of sorts. And the day after the first part ran, I had my cell phone on, and I get a call coming in from this client who I knew to be a conservative Christian. I had met this client at their house, and it was just all Jesus books and videos. So I was like, oh no, here it comes. I'm about to lose clients over this. And instead, he was like, I saw your story on the news. It was so inspirational. I'm so glad to have you as my attorney. And so it really said to me like, oh, like I do need to be out here being more of a leader because I can bring people our way. What was that moment like for you when you expected this client to have one kind of reaction, but they had a completely different reaction? You know, it made me feel good that there's …”
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Brittany, an attorney in Oklahoma, faced a surprising reaction after coming out on local news in 2009. Instead of losing a conservative Christian client, he praised her for her bravery, shifting her perspective on people's complexities and the importance of visibility in the LGBTQ community. This experience inspired her to embrace her role as a leader, especially as LGBTQ rights face new challenges in both Oklahoma and Minnesota.
“… significant injury in Nikola Jokic's career, I still remain super high on this team. And I view them as the biggest threat to win the title behind Oklahoma City. Everything I expected about this team this summer ended up coming to fruition. Like, Nikola Jokic is still the best player in the world by a clearly discernible margin. Jamal Murray was motivated by the roster moves and some of his shortcomings in the last couple seasons to show up to training camp in shape. He's about to make his first All-Star team. He's been incredible. Aaron Gordon looked fantastic before he got hurt. I talked about …”
“Soon-to-be-playing team Denver Nuggets as a result of the first significant injury in Nikola Jokic's career, I still remain super high on this team. And I view them as the biggest threat to win the title behind Oklahoma City. Everything I expected about this team this summer ended up coming to fruition. Like, Nikola Jokic is still the best player in the world by a clearly discernible margin. Jamal Murray was motivated by the roster moves and some of his shortcomings in the last couple seasons to show up to training camp in shape. He's about to make his first All-Star team. He's been incredible. Aaron Gordon looked fantastic before he got hurt. I talked about how the depth would make them more able to succeed when Jokic is off the floor. That was clearly bearing out in the numbers before all these injuries hit. And Cam Johnson improved their overall foot speed on defense in their best lineups. And he was really starting to click on offense before his injury. I get that it's a pessimistic time to be a …”
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The Denver Nuggets face significant injuries but remain a title contender, with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray leading the charge. The Oklahoma City Thunder show promise but have struggled with rebounding and shooting consistency, despite improvements from players like Shea and Chet.
“… picks it, not the most talented team, but he said, this is the right team. This is a team that I can win with because they fit together. That's his thunder team. They're talented, and they fit together, which makes them devastating. That was the Warriors back in the day, super talented, fit together perfectly, and to win a championship, you need both of those things, and that's what the Thunder have.”
“… the 80 Olympic hockey team, coached by Herb Brooks. Herb Brooks had his team in mind before anybody else got to help him pick the team. There's a bunch of people that are associated with USA Hockey that were supposed to help him pick the team. He picks it, not the most talented team, but he said, this is the right team. This is a team that I can win with because they fit together. That's his thunder team. They're talented, and they fit together, which makes them devastating. That was the Warriors back in the day, super talented, fit together perfectly, and to win a championship, you need both of those things, and that's what the Thunder have.”
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The segment analyzes the Oklahoma City Thunder's team composition, highlighting key players like Shea Gildas Alexander and Jay Williams, and emphasizing their effective fit and synergy as a unit. Comparisons are drawn to the Warriors' past championship teams, noting the importance of talent and cohesion in winning titles.
“next team you pick? I feel like we need to talk about the Spurs now. Okay. Rumor has it they've played pretty well against the Thunder this year. I think honestly, well that's not honestly, Wembley does have a ton to do with why they're so good as being able to just basically have him oh if you want him to be on a big or if you want him to roam. I think it was thinking basketball had a great breakdown about how San Antonio was doing a lot of just pre-switching and Wembley's pointing it out so that he can continue to roam around the basket and you're seeing it materially impact …”
“next team you pick? I feel like we need to talk about the Spurs now. Okay. Rumor has it they've played pretty well against the Thunder this year. I think honestly, well that's not honestly, Wembley does have a ton to do with why they're so good as being able to just basically have him oh if you want him to be on a big or if you want him to roam. I think it was thinking basketball had a great breakdown about how San Antonio was doing a lot of just pre-switching and Wembley's pointing it out so that he can continue to roam around the basket and you're seeing it materially impact the shots that the Thunder are taking. The Thunder are shooting when Shea is on the floor with Wembley on the floor 47.6 percent on twos. When Wembley's off the floor and Shea is on the floor they're shooting 62.1 percent on twos and so Wembley is just able to to muck stuff up and he's going to materially change just their frequency with which are …”
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The segment analyzes how Victor Wembanyama's presence has significantly affected the San Antonio Spurs' defensive performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder, particularly in limiting their shot attempts at the rim. It discusses the Spurs' dynamic backcourt and their ability to pressure the Thunder's offense, highlighting key player performances and statistics.
“other side. I do want to ask you a couple of things. What about the title race and just how people are viewing Oklahoma city if differently at all. And then what about LeBron James being an all-star this year might be the first year. He's not, we'll ask you that on the other side. First, what kind of dreams did you have when you were a kid? What did you want to be when you grew up? Maybe 2026 is the year you've been thinking about starting your own business for a while. And 2026 is the year you're finally going to do it to get the courage to go out there and …”
“other side. I do want to ask you a couple of things. What about the title race and just how people are viewing Oklahoma city if differently at all. And then what about LeBron James being an all-star this year might be the first year. He's not, we'll ask you that on the other side. First, what kind of dreams did you have when you were a kid? What did you want to be when you grew up? Maybe 2026 is the year you've been thinking about starting your own business for a while. And 2026 is the year you're finally going to do it to get the courage to go out there and actually pursue your dreams. Well, if you are, you're going to want to know about all of the different tools that help small business owners. Shopify is the e-commerce platform behind millions of businesses around the world and 10% of all e-commerce in the U S think about that. 10% of all e-commerce in the U S flows through Shopify, even Shopify, even …”
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LeBron James, after turning 41, is currently not among the top vote-getters for the Western Conference All-Star ballot, raising questions about whether he will be selected for the All-Star game this year. The discussion includes the potential for Adam Silver to invite him as an injury replacement, despite his lower performance this season.
“… day. And you heard the story. He wanted to go to USC, but his dad couldn't transfer jails because when his dad was in prison. Yeah. He can only get Oklahoma games. So AP wanted his dad to watch every game. And so Ed Orgeron was at USC, tried to recruit Adrian Peterson to, he was like, look, I'm going to talk to the mayors and everything. Get your dad transferred. Cause he wanted to go to you. He wanted to come to Oklahoma. He wanted to go to Oklahoma. That's crazy. I never knew that. I never knew that. Yeah. You got to go with your dad though. You know. Yeah. No doubt. Hard to see. You made the …”
“… games. Like, I know pretty much all the players. Like. So, so yeah. Adrian Peterson, man. Woo. And he came off a torn ACL. Yeah. Yeah, he did. Exactly. But I mean, I mean, you think about some of those run teammates. Yeah. He was a bad boy. Yeah. All day. And you heard the story. He wanted to go to USC, but his dad couldn't transfer jails because when his dad was in prison. Yeah. He can only get Oklahoma games. So AP wanted his dad to watch every game. And so Ed Orgeron was at USC, tried to recruit Adrian Peterson to, he was like, look, I'm going to talk to the mayors and everything. Get your dad transferred. Cause he wanted to go to you. He wanted to come to Oklahoma. He wanted to go to Oklahoma. That's crazy. I never knew that. I never knew that. Yeah. You got to go with your dad though. You know. Yeah. No doubt. Hard to see. You made the right decision. So I always picture, I mean, LA, like Oakland has its own basketball lineage, you know, Gary Payton. Yeah. Jason Kidd. And Brian Shaw. And you know, all those guys. Um. LA though. Yeah. You played in the same area, era as Lonzo Ball. Yeah. So I'm looking at the guys who are five-star, four-star, three-star, you know, and I'm like, I'm …”
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The Warriors are currently clinging to the 8th seed in the Western Conference with an 18-16 record. With Draymond Green ruled out for rest and Stephen Curry listed as questionable due to an ankle tweak, their upcoming matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder is critical for playoff positioning.
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