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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 35 MIN

Is it time to PANIC For the OKC Thunder? | Where Does OKC go From Here?

from Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder · host Locked On Podcast Network

Oklahoma City Thunder’s recent 6-6 stretch raises eyebrows—should fans start to worry, or is this just a bump in the road for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and company? Rylan Stiles and guest Nick Crain break down the Thunder’s stunning loss to the Charlotte Hornets, dissect the team’s inconsistent three-point shooting, rebounding issues without Isaiah Hartenstein, and Jalen Williams’ offensive struggles. Is their defensive identity slipping at the worst possible time?The conversation tackles whether OKC’s current flaws are fixable, if trade deadline moves could shift the team’s trajectory, and what kind of playoff mentality the Thunder must find to contend with West heavyweights. Can Mark Daigneault reignite the team’s intensity and avoid a deeper slump, or is it time for a roster shakeup? Tune in for a no-nonsense look at Oklahoma City’s true path forward as a critical week approaches.  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/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONBetterhelpBetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist.Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/NBA. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go tohttps://Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets 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.

Oklahoma City Thunder’s recent 6-6 stretch raises eyebrows—should fans start to worry, or is this just a bump in the road for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and company? Rylan Stiles and guest Nick Crain break down the Thunder’s stunning loss to the Charlotte Hornets, dissect the team’s inconsistent three-point shooting, rebounding issues without Isaiah Hartenstein, and Jalen Williams’ offensive struggles. Is their defensive identity slipping at the worst possible time? The conversation tackles whether OKC’s current flaws are fixable, if trade deadline moves could shift the team’s trajectory, and what kind of playoff mentality the Thunder must find to contend with West heavyweights. Can Mark Daigneault reignite the team’s intensity and avoid a deeper slump, or is it time for a roster shakeup? Tune in for a no-nonsense look at Oklahoma City’s true path forward as a critical week approaches.

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