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After the OKC Thunder took Game 4 of the Western Conference finals for a 3-1 lead, Gabriel Ebersole breaks down how freezing out Anthony Edwards, plus the electric production of SGA, JDub, and Chet got the job done...and has the league shook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder got blown out in game three, but it seems like Shai has the Timberwolves figured out. He explains during game three what lead OKC to lose by so much, and the two things they need to do to win game four. Bryson Akins breaks this down, along with an important message during the video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder are on the verge of making the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012, and it is the easiest path they will ever get. They are currently up 2-0 on the Timberwolves, and Minnesota has no answer for the Thunder. Bryson Akins breaks down the reasons why OKC will win the series, and potentially not lose a single game left in the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

After JDub was named to the All-NBA Third Team, he is on the road to eligibility for a max extension. Gabriel Ebersole breaks down the financial implications of Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and MVP SGA's imminent contracts for the impending Thunder dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another game means another day Shai gets called a free throw merchant. Is this narrative even true, and why is the national media buying into it? Bryson Akins breaks down this rumor and narrative around the leagues MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The All-Defensive teams were announced, and Lu Dort finally made one. After years in the league, Dort got the flowers he deserved as one of the leagues best defenders. Bryson Akins breaks down why Dort and Jalen Williams made it on the All-Defensive teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After going down and struggling early in game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder and MVP SGA rebounded strongly to generate a blowout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is official, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is your 2024-2025 NBA MVP. After a historic season, the trophy is finally back in OKC. Bryson Akins breaks down how Shai won the award, and shuts down anyone saying Shai did not deserve it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Game one of the Western Conference Finals took place, and the Thunder handled business. However, they did it by going against what the modern day NBA is all about. Bryson Akins breaks down why the Thunder are going to make it to the finals, and potentially not lose another game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an interview with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith in February 2024, Anthony Edwards made the claim that he was a better player than SGA. Matching up in the Western Conference Finals with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line, Gabriel Ebersole breaks down exactly what's at stake...now and in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder are the best team left in the playoffs, yet other players don't think so. Former NBA player Marcus Morris went on First Take and said that the Thunder are not winning anything. Bryson Akins debunks this horrendous take, and explains why the Thunder are winning the finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder eliminated the Nuggets, and they may be taking one of their key players. Denver rejuvenated Westbrooks career, and now it seems he is leaving the Nuggets. Bryson Akins breaks down what it would take to get Russ back, and why it would be a better move than for a superstar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder were able to get the much needed game seven victory, and it was not even close. Shai had a big game, Dub had a big game, and the team dominated. Yet they still have room to improve, and this should terrify the NBA. Bryson Akins breaks down the game and why this victory means the Thunder are winning it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jalen Williams has been horrific for the Thunder in the second round. In fact, he is the main reason they lost game six against the Nuggets. Bryson Akins breaks down Williams play, and explains some actions that could happen because of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can officially say the Thunder did the right thing trading Josh Giddey. As he is due for an extension, it is an absurd amount of money he is trying to get. Bryson Akins breaks down why it was best to trade Giddey while he still had value, and why with how much Josh wants, it would never work out in OKC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With OKC coming back to take a huge game 5 win at home over the Denver Nuggets, Gabriel Ebersole breaks down exactly how the momentum has swung into their favor with a breakdown of game 5 and 3-2 leads historically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the Sixers retained their protected pick in the 2025 NBA Lottery, Gabriel Ebersole discusses the impact this will have on Sam Presti and the Thunder's ability to reload the roster this offseason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Giannis looking to leave the Bucks, the Thunder are in the prime position to make a trade. They have the capital to go get him, but this drama could lead to them getting someone that may help them more. Bryson Akins breaks down why the team should not trade for Giannis, and instead go get someone else from the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the OKC Thunder blew out game 2 149-106, Denver Nuggets players Aaron Gordon, as well as some media, cited the officiating and refs as the reason behind the spanking. Gabriel Ebersole breaks down why this is laughably false. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After an emphatic game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets with an NBA Playoff record for first half points, Gabriel Ebersole breaks down how Chet Holmgren and the OKC Thunder's response to a disappointing game 1 loss proves they are destined for a championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a devastating game one loss, the Thunder had a historic bounce back in game two. History was made, records were broken, and some players may have earned themselves more playing time in the playoffs. Bryson Akins breaks down what happened, and the major storylines from this blowout victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder are about to take on the Nuggets in game 2 of the second round, but fans are speaking out about their struggles. Rebounding has been a huge problem in the playoffs, and so has three point shooting. Bryson Akins breaks down how the players have responded, and what needs to happen to win game 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets stole game one on an Aaron Gordon dagger, Gabriel Ebersole gives postgame reactions and talks about needed game 2 adjustments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Thunder have a chance to make it to the conference finals, but first they have to go against an old friend. Russell Westbrook has been on a resurgence, and is a main reason why Denver has made it to the second round. Bryson Akins explains why this series just got so much more intense, and also has a bold prediction regarding a reunion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...