Jared McCain GETS BUCKETS | Nikola Topic Makes BIG IMPACT | OKC Thunder PULL AWAY From Nets episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 21, 2026 · 36 MIN

Jared McCain GETS BUCKETS | Nikola Topic Makes BIG IMPACT | OKC Thunder PULL AWAY From Nets

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Oklahoma City Thunder pull away from the Brooklyn Nets as Jared McCain drops 21 points and Nikola Topic makes a big impact off the bench. Can OKC maintain their momentum despite missing key players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Ajay Mitchell? The Thunder secure a crucial win with aggressive performances from Chet Holmgren and expanding versatility from Isaiah Joe, showcasing their depth amid adversity. Rylan Stiles breaks down the shorthanded Thunder’s victory, spotlighting McCain’s scoring surge, Topic’s steady command at point guard, and Holmgren’s increased aggression in the paint. The episode explores Joe’s evolution as a live dribble passer, OKC’s defensive energy, and the team’s need for Aaron Wiggins to step up against tougher competition like the Cleveland Cavaliers. Is a playoff push within reach as the Thunder tackle the NBA’s toughest remaining schedule?   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! Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Quo Make 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 to https://Quo.com/lockedonnba. Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers.  5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at 5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. 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 LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started.    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 pull away from the Brooklyn Nets as Jared McCain drops 21 points and Nikola Topic makes a big impact off the bench. Can OKC maintain their momentum despite missing key players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Ajay Mitchell? The Thunder secure a crucial win with aggressive performances from Chet Holmgren and expanding versatility from Isaiah Joe, showcasing their depth amid adversity. Rylan Stiles breaks down the shorthanded Thunder’s victory, spotlighting McCain’s scoring surge, Topic’s steady command at point guard, and Holmgren’s increased aggression in the paint. The episode explores Joe’s evolution as a live dribble passer, OKC’s defensive energy, and the team’s need for Aaron Wiggins to step up against tougher competition like the Cleveland Cavaliers. Is a playoff push within reach as the Thunder tackle the NBA’s toughest remaining schedule?

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