Thunder Basketball Universe

The TBU welcomes the Thunder’s 2022 HBCU Fellowship Program interns Summer Brown (Howard) and Victoree Norris (Langston) to learn about their experiences the last two months with the organization. But before that, Paris and Nick discuss the re-signing of veteran forward Mike Muscala. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

In all levels of basketball, every winter begs the same question: what work was done and what gains were made during the summer? The TBU crew is joined by Thunder broadcaster and NBA veteran Michael Cage to talk about the importance of a productive summer and his experience from NBA offseasons past. We also reflect on the life and legacy of the great Bill Russell. The Thunder Basketball Universe i...

The TBU crew takes a full-court view of the 2022 Summer Leagues with their sights and observations from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder continues to build continuity and chemistry through its offseason work at Summer League. Paris, Nick and Royce Young serve up everything you need to know after two games in Las Vegas. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

With boots on the ground in Salt Lake City, Nick and Royce Young report to Paris back in-studio to share their observations after the first two games of Summer League. The pod trio also gives a quick look ahead to Las Vegas, which starts on Saturday, July 9. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder radio play-by-play announcer Matt Pinto joins the pod to take a quick look back on the draft and look ahead to upcoming Summer League in Utah and Las Vegas. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew caught up with Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams (J-Dub), Jaylin Williams (J-Will) and Ousmane Dieng following their introduction to the OKC community at the Clara Luper Center for Educational Services. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew delivers reaction from draft night following the selections of Chet Holmgren, Ousmane Dieng, Jalen Williams and Jaylin Williams. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins the pod squad to look ahead to the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday and what the Thunder is looking for in its prospects. Nick Gallo also reflects on last year’s draft where the Thunder selected Josh Giddey with the No. 6 pick. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Executive Director of Thunder Fellows, Cedric Ikpo, joins the TBU crew to share his feelings on the first year of the Thunder Fellows program, being a producer of the “Seeds of Greenwood” film and the students’ response the program’s inaugural year. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder Vice President, Broadcasting & Corporate Communications Dan Mahoney, joins the show to preview the latest OKCThunder Films production, “Seeds of Greenwood,” which debuts Friday, June 10 at Scissortail Park. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew talks with Claude Johnson, author the “The Black Fives: The Epic Story of Basketball’s Forgotten Era,” about the importance of bringing the early history of basketball to life via the game’s trailblazing players, teams and impresarios in his newly released book. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Coop Ale Works.

Paris and Nick highlight the maturity and mental toughness shown by the young Thunder throughout the season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew is joined by Thunder broadcaster and NBA veteran Michael Cage for reaction to the Thunder getting the second and twelfth pick in the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery. Paris and Nick also get Cage’s perspective on the Lottery and draft process as a former player. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew breaks down the team’s offensive development and reaching a flow state, particularly during a six-minute stretch of “less patterns, more rhythm” earlier in the season at Dallas. Paris and Nick also put some perspective on their favorite individual and team growths. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew takes a deep dive into the Thunder's defense – breaking down both the seen and unseen elements that made it a bright spot all season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew reacts to the main themes of Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti’s press conference earlier this week where he laid out his thoughts on this season, what’s ahead for the team this offseason and the organization’s connection to the community. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins the TBU crew in studio to reflect back on the 2021-22 Thunder season, recap end-of-season interviews and discuss some of their favorite moments of individual growth on the court. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.  

The TBU crew catches up with former players Cole Aldrich and Andre Roberson during the Thunder Legacy Weekend. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Vit Krejci talks about his journey as a youngster from the Czech Republic to playing in Spain at age 13, the importance of family in his life, living in Europe and overcoming adversity in the NBA. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Tre Mann joins the show to talk about his inspiration in playing basketball, growing up in Florida and his big scoring games in recent nights. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

In the spirit of March, the TBU crew delivers their own bracket breakdown on the core pieces of the Thunder identity this season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to reflect on the resiliency and fight shown by the Thunder recently as the team continues its path of development. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick deliver everything you need to know after an efficient, hard-nosed victory Wednesday night win at Denver. The TBU crew also takes a dive into the continued development of the younger players on the roster. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Lindy Waters III and Olivier Sarr talked about seizing the moment after signing two-way contracts with the Thunder. The two joined the Thunder Basketball Universe podcast, presented by COOP Ale Works, and shared stories of their unique paths to the NBA.