Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder

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 within the Thunder locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Thunder podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. OKC Thunder Select Aday Mara - Is he a WEMBY STOPPER? Plus How Bennett Stirtz Fits

    1d ago

    OKC Thunder Select Aday Mara - Is he a WEMBY STOPPER? Plus How Bennett Stirtz Fits

    Oklahoma City Thunder’s front office takes a bold swing in the 2026 NBA Draft, selecting Aday Mara at No. 12—raising questions about his future impact and the myth of the “Wemby stopper.” Is Mara’s massive frame and elite rebounding enough to anchor OKC’s defense, or do his conditioning and mobility issues signal long-term concerns? Rylan Stiles explores Mara’s strengths as a drop-coverage big and challenges the narrative that his selection revolves solely around countering Victor Wembanyama. Bennett Stirtz also joins the fold at No. 16, bringing offensive firepower, high-level creation, and questions about his defensive ceiling in postseason play. Key topics include Sam Presti’s draft strategy, Isaiah Hartenstein’s future on the roster, and the shifting roles of Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Can the Thunder’s new additions fuel a championship run, or do looming uncertainties threaten their title aspirations next season?     Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com.  Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.  KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min
  2. THUNDER SQUAD SHOW: NBA Draft PREVIEW + Aaron Wiggins Trade & Latest On Lu Dort & Kendrich Williams

    1d ago

    THUNDER SQUAD SHOW: NBA Draft PREVIEW + Aaron Wiggins Trade & Latest On Lu Dort & Kendrich Williams

    Oklahoma City Thunder news and rumors coming at you from Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb with a 2026 NBA Draft Preview. There are plenty of Oklahoma City Thunder rumors going around on who OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti will select. There is also talk about Oklahoma City Thunder trade rumors, moving up from the 12th and 17th overall picks. Also, we have reaction to the Aaron Wiggins trade. Plus, there are OKC Thunder trade rumors on Lu Dort, as the Los Angeles Lakers have shown interest. Meanwhile, what is next for Kendrich Williams? Find out more on the Oklahoma City Thunder Squad Show with Tyler Jones, Rylan Stiles, Derek Parker, and Jeremy Lamb, on the Locked On Podcast Network! KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonthunder.supercast.com/ 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 1m
  3. OKC Thunder 2026 NBA Draft PREDICTIONS

    2d ago

    OKC Thunder 2026 NBA Draft PREDICTIONS

    Oklahoma City Thunder eye another draft-night coup as shakeups ripple across the 2026 NBA Draft board. With Aaron Wiggins traded to the Atlanta Hawks and two first-round picks in hand, OKC’s front office faces pivotal decisions—could Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe, or Kenrich Williams be next to move? The podcast debates which prospects best fit Mark Daigneault’s rotation, spotlighting Morez Johnson Jr., Yaxel Lindeberg, and Brayden Buries as names to watch. Will OKC prioritize team need or snag the best player available in a deep draft? The conversation explores the Thunder’s fiscal strategy, the potential impact of the blockbuster trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, and how it shakes up Milwaukee Bucks’ picks just ahead of OKC. Predictions fly: Will OKC land Dailyn Swain, and does Richie Saunders offer second-round intrigue? Find out how these decisions could shape the Thunder’s pursuit of an NBA championship.     Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com.   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.     Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min
  4. OKC Thunder TRADE Aaron Wiggins | How it IMPACTS Offseason

    2d ago

    OKC Thunder TRADE Aaron Wiggins | How it IMPACTS Offseason

    Oklahoma City Thunder trade Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks, shedding $61 million in tax obligations and opening new doors for their offseason strategy. What does this mean for OKC's roster construction and NBA Draft approach? Rylan Stiles breaks down the implications of sending Wiggins to Atlanta for future second-round picks, evaluates the roles of Kenrich Williams, Isaiah Joe, and Lu Dort, and explores the Thunder’s potential moves to avoid the second apron. Key topics include asset management, postseason rotation questions, and OKC’s flexibility to draft two first-round prospects. Can Sam Presti’s bold maneuvering position the Thunder for long-term contention—and which player could be next on the move? Don’t miss this comprehensive look at Oklahoma City Thunder’s pivotal summer and their path forward in the Western Conference.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com.  Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.  KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    40 min
  5. Reacting to OKC Thunder NBA DRAFT RUMORS

    6d ago

    Reacting to OKC Thunder NBA DRAFT RUMORS

    Oklahoma City Thunder eye a bold NBA Draft shakeup—could a top-10 move be on the horizon? With rumors swirling about targets like Aday Mara, Mo Johnson, and Keaton Wagler, the Thunder face crucial decisions that could determine their championship trajectory. Key questions persist: Does the fit of a traditional center like Mara clash with OKC’s versatile system, or will high-motor prospects like Mo Johnson and dynamic playmakers like Dalen Swain win out? Draft experts Rylan Stiles and Derek Parker break down potential Thunder strategies, debate the risk and reward of mid-first round trades, and spotlight prospects who embody “Thundery” traits and high basketball IQ. Insightful analysis covers the team’s need for secondary creation, the looming choice at picks 12 and 17, and what makes players like Yaxel Lindeberg and Zubi Ejiofor intriguing fits. Is GM Sam Presti about to pull off another draft masterstroke to keep OKC in the Western Conference elite?       Get Your Free Locked On NBA Draft Guide! Our exclusive first round guide features team picks from local Locked On hosts and deep-dive prospect analysis from Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings. Download your free guide now: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/nbadraftguide/. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com.  Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.    QuoMake this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba.   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.   RugietGet 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhlRugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    38 min
  6. Should OKC Thunder TRADE UP for Brayden Burries in 2026 NBA DRAFT?

    Jun 18

    Should OKC Thunder TRADE UP for Brayden Burries in 2026 NBA DRAFT?

    Oklahoma City Thunder eye bold NBA Draft trade for Brayden Burries—could this explosive guard be the missing piece for a championship run? Rylan Stiles reveals why Burries’ elite defense, shot creation, and relentless energy might make him the ideal fit alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Ajay Mitchell. The episode breaks down the Thunder’s aggressive mock draft strategy: packaging picks 12, 17, and Isaiah Joe to move up for Burries, despite the risks and fierce mock negotiations. Key questions include whether sacrificing depth—like Isaiah Joe or Aaron Wiggins—is worth the potential upside, and how another dynamic guard could reshape the Thunder’s crowded rotation and long-term ceiling. Stiles analyzes Burries’ Arizona stats, NBA-ready skills, and the domino effect on Oklahoma City’s roster sustainability amid looming contract extensions and playoff aspirations. Is Braden Burries the key to unleashing OKC’s true potential?       Get Your Free Locked On NBA Draft Guide! Our exclusive first round guide features team picks from local Locked On hosts and deep-dive prospect analysis from Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings. Download your free guide now: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/nbadraftguide/. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com.  Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.    QuoMake this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba.   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.   RugietGet 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhlRugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min

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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 within the Thunder locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Thunder podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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