Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder

Oklahoma City Thunder face critical offseason decisions as looming second apron concerns threaten their roster flexibility. Can Sam Presti keep the core together, or will big moves shake up OKC’s path to contention? Rylan Stiles welcomes ESPN’s Bobby Marks to break down Isaiah Hartenstein and Lu Dort’s contract futures, potential draft-day trades with picks 12 and 17, and the high-stakes implicati...

Oklahoma City Thunder rumors and news today from Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb react to the latest OKC Thunder trade rumors on Chet Holmgren. The most recent Oklahoma City Thunder news has been that GM Sam Presti has rejected trade offers for Chet Holmgren, but is there a deal that is too good to refuse? We also look at the latest Nikola Topić injury news, as he will mis...

Oklahoma City Thunder face a critical NBA Draft dilemma: is Nate Ament the right fit at pick 12? With a unique blend of size, defensive upside, and shooting mechanics, Ament’s draft stock sparks debate—does his low floor and uncertain offensive output make him too risky for Sam Presti’s squad loaded with established top-tier talent? Rylan Stiles breaks down Ament’s strengths as a switchable, high-...

Yaxel Lengeborg NBA draft stock faces a crucial test: are his elite tools and modern power forward skills enough for the Oklahoma City Thunder to roll the dice? Rylan Stiles spotlights Linderberg’s defensive versatility, his blossoming 3-point shot at Michigan, and how his size and transition play could immediately fill OKC’s lingering roster gaps—especially alongside Chet Holmgren. But major red...

Oklahoma City Thunder navigate rising and falling stock as a pivotal NBA offseason approaches. Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP ascent and Chet Holmgren’s bounce-back potential keep OKC in championship contention, or will key roster questions cloud their future? Rylan Stiles breaks down Gilgeous-Alexander’s relentless improvements, Jalen Williams’ (J-Dub) injury-plagued season, and Chet Holmgren’...

Oklahoma City Thunder rumors and news coming at you from Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb. On today's show, we examine the top Oklahoma City Thunder trade candidates, and who is the most likely to get moved. Oklahoma City Thunder trade rumors have been circulating about Lu Dort, Isaiah Hartenstein, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins and others. Who is Sam Presti most likely to trade...

Oklahoma City Thunder gain a major edge with NBA draft lottery reform—can Sam Presti turn new rules into championship gold? The latest league changes shift top lottery odds away from the worst teams, putting squads like the Mavericks, and Clippers in prime position for draft-day leaps. How will these odds and Oklahoma City's stockpile of picks reshape their draft strategy? Rylan Stiles explores Pr...

Oklahoma City Thunder face a pivotal offseason as contract decisions and roster strategy take center stage. Will Sam Presti’s commitment to a winning core mean running it back or ushering in bold changes? Pressure mounts as salary cap concerns loom—with Isaiah Hartenstein and Cason Wallace’s futures under the spotlight and Lu Dort’s role potentially up in the air. Are the Thunder ready to spend bi...

Oklahoma City Thunder news and rumors coming at you today from Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, and Derek Parker, reacting to the Sam Presti press conference from Monday. The Oklahoma City Thunder GM had a lot to say about the 2026 NBA Draft, NBA Free Agency, NBA Trade rumors and more. In the latest Oklahoma City Thunder rumors, we breakdown what Sam Presti's offseason plans are for the OKC Thunder. Pre...

Oklahoma City Thunder signal confidence in running it back as Sam Presti addresses the looming second apron and roster challenges. With contract extensions for Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on the horizon, Presti emphasizes that money won’t stop the Thunder from keeping their core—raising the question: can OKC’s front office outmaneuver harsh CBA restrictions while cha...

Oklahoma City Thunder face a pivotal draft decision—should they trade up or keep both first-round picks in a loaded 2026 NBA Draft? With stars like Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading a deep roster, the stakes are high. Rylan Stiles examines whether packaging picks 12 and 17 for a higher selection is realistic, arguing that the Thunder’s best move may be securing two...

Oklahoma City Thunder rumors and news coming at you from Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb, as they discuss the idea of trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Known as the Greek Freak, the Milwaukee Bucks star has had is name brought up in several OKC Thunder trade rumors, but it doesn't seem to really make sense for the Thunder. Meanwhile, in other Oklahoma City Thunder news, w...

Oklahoma City Thunder gear up for a pivotal offseason—are major roster changes on the horizon? Examining hard salary cap decisions, the future of Lu Dort, and the high-stakes extension talks for Cason Wallace, Rylan Stiles and Keith Smith assess how OKC can keep their contender status without sacrificing depth or flexibility. Will the Thunder move on from Dort after a down year, or could a strateg...

Oklahoma City Thunder face pivotal offseason decisions after falling to the San Antonio Spurs in a dramatic Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. Can Jalen Williams (J-Dub) return to All-NBA form and stay healthy? Is Chet Holmgren poised for a breakout after a tough series against Victor Wembanyama, and how much will his offensive game evolve next year? Rylan Stiles and guest Justin Martinez un...

Oklahoma City Thunder rumors and news with Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb preview the OKC Thunder offseason and look at what potential big moves Sam Presti needs to make after the Thunder were eliminated by the San Antonio Spurs. The Oklahoma City Thunder have two 2026 NBA Draft picks inside the top 17. In other Oklahoma City Thunder news, who is the most to blame for OKC...

Oklahoma City Thunder’s season ends in heartbreak after a Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, sparking debate: was it a failure or a missed opportunity? Rylan Stiles examines Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s candid remarks on coming up short, Alex Caruso’s perspective on championship expectations, and how injuries to Jalen Williams shaped the Thunder’s playoff fate. Is the window for OKC’s title conten...

The Oklahoma City Thunder saw its season END on Saturday in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. The OKC Thunder saw Shai Gilgeous-Alexander try to will this team to a win in the final game of the series, but Victor Wembanyama  and these young Spurs were too much. The Thunder saw Chet Holmgren no show again, the Thunder missed Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. Despite Cason Wallace's big posts...

Oklahoma City Thunder face their toughest test yet in a do-or-die Game 7 against the San Antonio Spurs—can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander deliver a superstar performance despite a stifling Spurs defense and missing key creators Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell? Rylan Stiles previews the winner-take-all showdown, focusing on the Thunder’s need for three-point shooting and a faster, more physical start to...

The Oklahoma City Thunder were beaten down by the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals. Victor Wembanyama was fantastic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was not. Can the OKC Thunder be better in this matchup? Jalen Williams returns for the Thunder but will it be a difference maker? 3 Point shooting and the Spurs runs crushed OKC. Can Oklahoma City regroup in Game 7? Plu...

Oklahoma City Thunder news and rumors with Tyler Jones, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb preview Game 6 of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Spurs. On today's show, we explain what the OKC Thunder need to do to win Game 6 in the NBA Playoffs over the San Antonio Spurs to advance to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. In other Oklahoma City Thunder rumors, with the team likely not...

Oklahoma City Thunder notch their most impressive playoff win yet, stunning the San Antonio Spurs despite missing Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. Can this resilient young core close out the Western Conference Finals in Game 6 on the road? Host Rylan Stiles and Brandon Rahbar break down Thunder’s gutsy Game 5 performance, spotlighting Jared McCain’s breakout, Alex Caruso’s two-way dominance, and...

The Oklahoma City Thunder saw Game 5 go their way thanks to Isaiah Hartenstein, Alex Caruso and Jared McCain continues to step up for the OKC Thunder. Chet Holmgren showed up to this Spurs matchup for the first time. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got to the free throw line. Lu Dort helped OKC's defensive efforts as the Thunder slow down Victor Wembanyama. Plus, is this the most impressive win this core...

Oklahoma City Thunder news and rumors today with Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb look ahead to Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, and explain why it is a must win against the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Playoffs. The OKC Thunder will need plenty of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander highlights, in order to compete with the Victor Wembanyama highlights. Can SGA outplay Wemby? T...

The Oklahoma City Thunder were just beat down by the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals to even up the series at 2-2. The Thunder came out flat tonight with not even Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Chet Holmgren making a massive impact as the role players Alex Caruso, Jared McCain, Jaylin Williams and Cason Wallace all going ice cold offensively. The OKC Thunder had no answer...

The Oklahoma City Thunder are without Ajay Mitchell for Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs. How will the OKC Thunder adjust for possibly missing Jalen Williams and Mitchell? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will have to go off. Aaron Wiggins minutes? Cason Wallace should start. Should the Spurs change the coverage on SGA? A quick Preview of Game 4.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s ti...