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Welcome to the Heat Check podcast, a weekly breakdown of news all across the basketball world. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-lorenzi/support
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Locked On Thunder podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Oklahoma Thunder and the NBA. Host Rylan Stiles, who has covered the Thunder for over four years now, provides your daily Thunder fix with expert, local analysis, game recaps, opponent check-ins, and coverage of all aspects of the Thunder franchise. Locked On Thunder takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from ...
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have the best odds in the Western Conference to win the West and the highest over/under win total. The OKC Thunder could remain kings of the West, the Thunder have to fend off the Minnesota Timberwolves, Memphis Grizzlies, Denver Nuggets and Dallas Mavericks. Who will be a disappointing team in the West? Who will be a surp…
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Rylan Stiles discusses the Oklahoma City Thunder making the right hire with Mark Daigneault and how that decision is paying off years later. The OKC Thunder have unlocked a new level with Isaiah Hartenstein, what will the starting lineup look like? What is the ceiling and floor for Oklahoma City? Can the Thunder win it all this season? Grading your…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are one of the best teams in the NBA, and with the expectations for the OKC Thunder to go to the NBA Finals and win the Western Conference Finals, there are plenty of hot takes to be had with Rylan Stiles and Derek Parker giving out their Thunder hot takes. Could Isaiah Joe START?! Will the Thunder have THREE All-Stars?! S…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have plenty to prove this season and the team is set for Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren and others to take a leap. Joel Lorenzi joins Rylan Stiles to discuss which Thunder player has the most to prove this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Rediscover your curi…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder could be on a tier by themselves in the Western Conference, are the Thunder the favorites? Will the OKC Thunder have company at the top? Will the Denver Nuggets, Dallas Mavericks, Minnesota Timberwolves or any other team topple them? Top Dark horses in the West with Rylan Stiles joined by Michael Martin. Support Us By Supp…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are one of the best teams in the NBA and Rylan Stiles is joined by Ivan White to discuss the strongest takes around the Thunder this season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren all have a case for the All-Star game plus, the Thunder have five interesting players this season. Support Us By Supporting Our …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen many picking them to win the Western Conference but could the OKC Thunder win the NBA FINALS this year? Rylan Stiles thinks so as does NBA 2K25 for the first NBA 2K season simulation of the year. Plus, where do the Thunder rank on the virtual hardwood? Will the OKC win total tell the story? Who will be the Thunde…
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How can Chet Holmgren improve this season with the Oklahoma City Thunder? Thoughts on Player pods and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen the offseason come full circle, Nick Crain joins Rylan Stiles to discuss the top storylines to follow about the OKC Thunder. From Cason Wallace's leap to Kenrich Williams, to Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren improvement, pass/fail for this season and more. Plus, what NBA storylines such as the Denver Nuggets regr…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are poised to be one of the best teams in the NBA but there are plenty of questions to be answered this season for the Thunder. Rylan Stiles and Chase Gemes go in-depth on the biggest questions with the team. Who will be the biggest breakout player? Who will crack the starting five? What will be considered a success? Suppo…
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What are the Oklahoma City Thunder's top ten games on their schedule? Are the OKC Thunder going to be the top team in the Western Conference? Are the Thunder going to see Shai Gilgeous-Alexander win MVP? What are fans saying about the offseason and Oklahoma City Thunder? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are projected to win the Western Conference, but what are fair expectations? Daniel Bell joins Rylan Stiles on Locked on Thunder to discuss what the OKC Thunder season will look like. Oklahoma City could see Shai Gilgeous-Alexander win an MVP, who should start for Mark Daigneault? Will Chet Holmgren or Jalen Williams take …
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Joel Lorenzi joins Rylan Stiles to discuss NBA Dark Horses, who can win the Western Conference and the Eastern Conference? Who will hoist the Larry O'Brien? Is there going to be a dark horse MVP? Will the MIP be playing in OKC? Discussing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Joel Embiid, Paul George, Tyrese Maxey, Jalen Brunson, …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are poised to be the Western Conference Contenders but are there any hiccups coming this season for the OKC Thunder? Who is going to break out for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season? The NBA announced the in-season tournament schedule for the NBA with Chet Holmgren against Victor Wembanyama leading the way. Support Us B…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are contenders out West where the threats are plentiful Derek Parker joins Rylan Stiles to discuss who in the Western Conference is the biggest threats to the OKC Thunder. Do the Thunder have a weakness? What are the expectations for the OKC Thunder? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen them snubbed from the NBA's Christmas Day Slate and why that is important, plus your mailbag questions from Isaiah Hartenstein's Role, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren making Team USA in 2028 and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and defensive ace Lu Dort go to the Olympics for Team Canada and be upset by Victor Wembanyama and Team France. The OKC Thunder have an important season ahead and who has the most to gain or lose? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have a loaded bench unit, who will impact the OKC Thunder the most off the bench? Isaiah Hartenstein makes everyone better, especially if the Thunder start Alex Caruso in the Josh Giddey role. How Hartesntein can make everyone better even Jalen Williams. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes on Victor Wembanyama, Bally Sports done…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have championship aspirations this season, and the expectations are high. What would be considered a success, failure or disappointment this season? While the Thunder have a near-perfect roster on paper, what flaws could pop up? Joel Lorenzi of the Oklahoman joins Rylan Stiles to discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP case …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder shipped Josh Giddey to the Chicago Bulls in the Alex Caruso trade but his fantastic Olympic play has many people re-evaluating the trade from the OKC Thunder perspective. Though, Oklahoma City did what was best to set up a championship roster despite Giddey getting to a team where he can thrive. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder could go make another big move for Lauri Markkanen according to some, but Rylan Stiles breaks down how the OKC Thunder should stay away from the Utah Jazz in trade talks. The NBA inked a new TV deal which could revolutionize the regular season, your mailbag questions including how Elvis could be impactful in the NBA. Suppo…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have made three selections in the 2024 NBA Draft, what does the future look like for Nikola Topic? Can Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell crack the OKC Thunder rotation? How good is the 2025 NBA Draft? Plus, are the Thunder the favorites in the west? Did Oklahoma City do enough to move past Dallas and dethrone the Mavericks? S…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have made massive moves and Michael Martin joins Rylan Stiles to break it all down. How does Isaiah Hartenstein fit with the OKC Thunder, will the Thunder start him next to Chet Holmgren? Will Alex Caruso make a massive impact on the Thunder? Oklahoma City should be the favorites out west, what are the OKC Thunder expectat…
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Keenan Womack of Draft Digest joins Rylan Stiles to discuss the 2024 NBA Draft class for the Oklahoma City Thunder. What does it look like with Nikola Topic in the fold for the OKC Thunder next season? What does Dillon Jones bring to the table? What is the next step in Ajay Mitchell's development? How good is Cooper Flagg? Will the 2025 NBA Draft b…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen the NBA Summer League reach the halfway point, how has popped at Summer League? Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell cracking the rotation in year one? Brandon Rahbar joins Rylan Stiles to also give a progress report on Ousmane Dieng, plus are the Thunder the favorites out west? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! e…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen Summer League hit Vegas, what have we seen from Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell. Will the OKC Thunder miss the playmaking from Josh Giddey? How does Nikola Topic slide into the rotation when healthy in 2025-26? Will the Thunder have done enough to win a title? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors Fro…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen their Group draw for the NBA Cup. The OKC Thunder might not have the hardest draw but they do have an exciting draw with Victor Wembanyama facing off with Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams taking on Cody Williams, LeBron James against the youngsters and Kevin Durant back in town. Plus, Ousmane Dieng is done playing S…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen Ousmane Dieng bounce back in a big way in the second summer league game for the OKC Thunder. What was the difference for him? Can the Thunder see the benefits of selecting more mature players like Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell, what will Wednesday have on tap for the Thunder who battle in their third Summer Leag…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have started the NBA Summer League and Dillon Jones absolutely popped in his first outing. How he controlled the game for the OKC Thunder. Did Ousmane Dieng take a step back? Plus your mailbag questions. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen the signing of Isaiah Hartenstein go official and introduced him to the media. Hartenstein could shoot the ball more from beyond the arc, talked about his pairing with Chet Holmgren and potential of starting. Plus the OKC Thunder released their Summer League roster, what does it look like and what should you know…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder signed Adam Flagler to a multi-year two-way pact in February in a season that has since come full circle. Winning a G League Championship after months of rehab, and working toward his goals. Where has he grown the most this season? What are Sam Presti's G League trips like? What is the difference in an OKC Thunder pre-draf…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed Isaiah Hartenstein, traded for Alex Caruso and rounded out their 2024 NBA Draft class. Are the OKC Thunder now the favorites in the Western Conference? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren poised to make another leap? The Oklahoma City Thunder have vastly improved their team, who could be a…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed Isaiah Hartenstein to a massive deal, who will the OKC Thunder start? Can the Thunder match up with everyone out West? How will the Thunder complete their roster? Lauri Markkanen trade doesn't make sense for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kit…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have landed Isaiah Hartenstein in NBA Free Agency, as OKC Thunder lures Hartenstein away from the New York Knicks it is instantly their best and biggest Free Agent signing ever. Oklahoma City is one of the smallest markets in the NBA and just landed a player that completes their roster. Title Favorites? OKC also brings bac…
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Nick Crain joins Rylan Stiles to discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's aggressive level ahead of NBA Free Agency, the OKC Thunder Draft Haul of Nikola Topic, Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell. The Thunder targeting Isaiah Hartenstein, Jonas Valanciunas, Tyus Jones, Tobias Harris and More. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have wrapped up the 2024 NBA Draft Class and introduced the rookies, what do we know about the youngsters after their introductory press conferences? The Thunder have declined the options on Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins, what happens now ahead of NBA Free Agency? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brak…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have selected Nikola Topic with the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Why did the OKC Thunder select Topic in this slot? When can the Serbia star contribute? Josh Giddey comparisons and the measure discussion needed around this pick. Plus, Oklahoma City trades up for Dillon Jones - what does he bring to the table? Why did…
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Oklahoma City Thunder Draft Nikola Topic in 2024 NBA Draft The Oklahoma City Thunder have selected Nikola Topic with the twelfth pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOThunder?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA #O…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. What is the best, worst and most likely case scenario for Draft Night? Cody Williams, Ron Holland and Kevin Durant would be dream situations. Zach Edey and Yves Missi would be head-scratching. DaRon Holmes II, Jared McCain and Bub Carrington make the most sense for Oklahoma City.…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder own the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Nick Crain joins Rylan Stiles to break down the OKC Thunder's potential options 12. Could Ron Holland or Cody Williams fall? DaRon Holmes II the pick? Sleepers in the draft? Is this draft deep? How aggressive will the Bricktown boys be this summer? Who are some names that you migh…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder traded Josh Giddey for Alex Caruso, Brandon Rahbar joins Rylan Stiles for all the latest on that move, the ripple effects it could have on the OKC Thunder 2024 NBA Draft strategy, who will the Thunder select at No. 12? Who are the least likely picks? Who screams Thunder? Who could fall? Zach Edey, Ron Holland, Cody William…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have traded former No. 6 overall pick Josh Giddey to the Chicago Bulls for Alex Caruso - how the OKC Thunder got a lot better by adding the defensive ace. Plus, what will Caruso be in Oklahoma City? The Thunder have the best defense in the NBA and how Sam Presti has built this group alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder control the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and Derek Parker is joining Rylan Stiles to break it all down. Who could the OKC Thunder select? How good is the 2024 NBA Draft? Is Zach Edey or Ke'el Ware Thunder fits? Nikola Topic slide? Ron Holland buzz. DaRon Holmes II bucking Thunder trends. Tristan da Silva, Yves Missi, …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder could grab Johnny Furphy in the 2024 NBA Draft via a trade back, how would the Kansas Jayhawks product fair with the OKC Thunder? Can the Thunder find a better contributor? Will Oklahoma City add Isaiah Hartenstein? Should the Thunder bring back Steven Adams? Will Mark Daigneault shake up the starting five? What is Josh Gi…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder hold the No. 12 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Could Baylor product Yves Missi be the right fit for the OKC Thunder? Should the Thunder trade back in the Draft? The Boston Celtics have given Oklahoma City the Blueprint for the NBA Finals but it is hard to follow. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedI…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder control the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and with the potential of grabbing a lottery product, the Thunder should look at Dayton Flyer big man DaRon Holmes II. Holmes would perfectly fit the Thunder's style of play as a modern version of a rim-finishing big man. The Dayton Flyer might have an NBA Draft promise, but wh…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder could see Devin Carter be the play with pick number 12 in the 2024 NBA Draft. Carter is the best defender in the Draft, can the OKC Thunder find better value at 12 with upside? What role will the Providence guard play? Are the Thunder interested in bringing New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein to Oklahoma City? NBA Fr…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder control the No. 12 pick in the NBA Draft, could the OKC Thunder draft Duke guard Jared McCain? What would McCain bring to Oklahoma City? Can the Thunder handle taking on another guard? How does the Blue Devil separate himself from the roster? Plus, Mailbag Monday. Josh Giddey trade? Grateful Dead Thunder band and more. Sup…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder have the chance to trade up in the 2024 NBA Draft for big man Donovan Clingan should the Thunder make the move up the Draft board? Could Duke big man Kyle Filipowski be an option for the OKC Thunder at pick 12? Nikola Topic sliding down draft boards could help Oklahoma City. What is Josh Giddey's trade value? Support Us By…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly interested in Chicago Bulls Forward Patrick Williams, could the OKC Thunder truly make this move to bolster their roster? Can the Thunder add a big man in the NBA Draft or NBA Free Agency? How would Patrick Williams fit the Bricktown boys? Will Sam Presti be aggressive this summer with the Thunder? Support U…
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