Thunder Basketball Universe

A special conversation with Dr. Karlos Hill, Department Chair and Associate Professor of African and African American Studies at University of Oklahoma and Mautra Jones, Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Affairs from Langston as they join Paris and Nick to discuss the history of Juneteenth and how the history of slavery, segregation, Jim Crow, and systemic racism persist tod...

A plan to return to NBA action has been approved, and Paris and Nick break down everything we know and don't know as the teams prepare for games. Return to play FAQ: https://www.nba.com/thunder/story/resume-season-200604

Thunder Broadcaster Chris Fisher joins Paris and Nick to discuss how he prepares for a Thunder game broadcast and the ways working in Minor League Baseball shaped his career. Fisher also is challenged to name the broadcaster tied to famous calls and why Spanish 3 and a job offer held up his graduation from college. Thunder Grads message from Chris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&amp...

Paris and Nick recount the brief, albeit impactful month of March that included three big wins on the East Coast before the NBA season was suspended. Listen in as they explain how the team was able to turn a couple big losses into big experience and how both of their jobs change when games go down to the wire.

The entire Thunder broadcast crew discusses the final episodes of The Last Dance. Did it change any of their perspectives on the players or that Bulls team? How would that Bulls team fare against some of the dominant teams of the past 2 decades? And what other 10 part documentary would they want to see about something's last season.

Musky aka Moose aka Mike Muscala joins The Universe to talk about his favorite memories of the season, what the soundtrack to the season would be, and how he's making the most of his time while working out at home.

Bringing over 50 combines years playing and covering the NBA, Michael Cage and Matt Pinto rejoin Paris and Nick to recap the newest episodes of The Last Dance.  Michael shares some stories about a few intense NBA practices, while Matt makes his case for not voting Scottie Pippen into the Hall of Fame.

Our look back series rolls on as Paris and Nick look at a month filled with comebacks, big individual and team performances and a memorable All-Star Weekend. Plus don't miss which movie franchise Paris has been binging, what has Nick done *almost* 1000 times, and what is more impressive; Steven Adams doing his shimmy or CP3 throwing down an alley oop? https://twitter.com/okcthunder/status/125...

Thunder forward Danilo Gallinari updates Paris and Nick on how his family is coping with being apart during the pandemic. He explains how he and his brother are creating some unique workouts to do at home. Plus how he and his Thunder teammates are staying connected and which teammate he thinks might not be wearing pants during those video calls.

The entire Thunder Broadcast crew discusses episodes 1-4 of The Last Dance and they share their memories of those iconic moments.  Plus find out why The Last Dance should be mandatory viewing for new players entering the NBA. They also discuss the exact moment in the 1991 Finals when MJ officially took the reins as not just the best scorer, but top player in the league.

Thunder forward and Egypt native Abdel Nader joins Paris and Nick to talk about his current status, how his mom made him the man he is today and how he's continuing to work out while at home.    Plus, we find out how the books he's been reading have helped him find clarity and perspective during such an uncertain time. Also, Nader describes what Jedi powers his teammates would have in th...

Paris and Nick look back at January to discuss which games were the most memorable, who had the biggest performances and which players stepped up in unexpected ways. Listen in to hear about how Nick almost beat a future Hall of Famer in knockout when he was just 10 years old. Plus: we delve into “The Last Dance” and examine a timeline that was blessed by some classic Thunder videobombs! Thunder vs...

Michael Cage talks about being roommates with Michael Jordan during the 1993 Pan American Games in Venzuela and what he saw that told him MJ would ascend to greatness. Then Matt Pinto talks about his time as a broadcaster in Charlotte when MJ would return to play. Plus Paris and Nick talk about their perspective on Jordan and what they're looking forward to seeing from The Last Dance document...

Revisit a wild and eventful December plus some things you may have missed the first time around. Paris and Nick describe the moments and games they thought had the biggest impact on the season, which players came into their own, and they give us their signature HORSE shots.

15-year NBA veteran Michael Cage returns to the Universe to share his list of the toughest guys he's ever faced. Plus he shares some honorable mentions and some incredible stories about battling some of the All-Time Legends of NBA history.

In this episode we look back at November, the most pivotal month for this Thunder team as it started to figure out its identity and how to win on the road and in close games. Nick and Paris explain how this team was able to learn and start winning at the same time. Plus we discuss who has mastered the Thunder’s new video game, Thunder Run. And we share what rookie Darius Bazley is doing with his t...

Two special guests as Thunder Analyst Michael Cage and Radio Play-by-Play Matt Pinto join Paris and Nick to discuss their careers in broadcasting, how the NBA game has changed decade by decade, and advice they'd give to anyone aspiring to work in professional sports. Hear classic stories from Michael Cage's 15-year NBA career and how he would have to stay up all night after games sometim...

Paris and Nick jump back to October when the Thunder team was just starting to mesh. They talk about their experience at Media Day, how they could see glimpses into the future of the team during the Blue/White Scrimmage and how starting the season 1-4 wasn’t as bad as the record suggests.

With the NBA on a 30-day hiatus from games and practices, Paris Lawson and Nick Gallo recount the game where it all started. As the Thunder prepared to take on the Jazz for the 4 seed in the West, the game was postponed just seconds from tipping off. Plus hear from the crew on how they've been spending their time away from the office and which Thunder players are expanding their online presen...

Returning from the East Coast with 3 wins, Paris and Nick talk about the Thunder continuing its dominant play on the road, their chance to leap over the Jazz for the 4 seed with a win at home, and they recap an emotional night in Madison Square Garden as OKC and NYC honor the bond the two cities share through tragedy. Dennis with the Steal: https://www.nba.com/thunder/features/headsup-200308 Two C...

Coming to you from the Big Apple as the Thunder prepares for the Knicks, Paris and Nick break down this matchup, recap the Detroit game, and discuss life on the road in the NBA. Plus The Main Thing, we will Make You Look, and of course, Bless Your Timeline:  https://www.instagram.com/p/B9Syf4RJlOR/

The entire Thunder organization, including players, coaches, and staff, volunteered at Infant Crisis Services and helped pack diapers, food, and much more for babies and families in need. https://www.infantcrisis.org/ Paris Lawson and Nick Gallo interview the Executive Director, Miki Farris, plus Paris talks to Steven Adams, Hamidou Diallo, and Mike Muscala while they are working in the warehouse....

Thunder Play-by-Play Chris Fisher joins the pod to talk about the team, his mindset and preparation getting ready for games, and why traveling the world is his off-season hobby. Paris & Nick discuss the Thunder's road success and ask Chris what plays stand out as his favorite in his Thunder career.

Thunder Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins the Pod to talk about All-Star Weekend, how he keeps his body ready for an 82-game NBA season, and we have him guess which of his teammates said certain quotes. Shai joins Paris Lawson and Nick Gallo as they breakdown the chaotic behind the scenes schedule during the All-Star break. Plus SGA tells them who would throw Chris the perfect oop and why Terran...

After an action packed All-Star Weekend, Nick and Paris talk about their favorite things from the weekend, discuss the second half of the season and how the Thunder can best prepare for the playoffs, and it's Paris's Birthday so we play a game of "Guess the 90s TV Show"!