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EPISODE · Nov 8, 2025 · 36 MIN

OKC Thunder CRUSH Kings | Isaiah Hartenstein CAREER NIGHT | Russell Westbrook Drama

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

Isaiah Hartenstein erupts for a career-high 33 points and 19 rebounds as the Oklahoma City Thunder demolish the Sacramento Kings 132-101 in their NBA Cup opener. Can the Thunder center's breakout performance become the norm, and what does his contract situation mean for OKC's championship window?Rylan Stiles and Brandon Rahbar break down Hartenstein's dominant paint presence, shooting 14-for-17 from the field while his teammates kept feeding him the ball. The discussion covers Isaiah Joe's shooting transformation into a dynamic three-point threat, Ajay Mitchell's 18-point, 10-assist double-double proving he's the sustainable third ball handler this roster desperately needed, and Cason Wallace's birthday performance on his way to a 9-1 start. The conversation takes a heated turn analyzing Russell Westbrook's controversial flagrant foul on Mitchell, questioning whether "playing hard" excuses reckless decisions that could injure opponents.Discover why Mitchell's playmaking might be the missing piece from last season's playoff run and how the Thunder's depth continues dominating despite ongoing injuries.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashNext time someone goes off for 50, use promo code NBA50the next day to get 50% off on DoorDash with DashPass — plus your shot at the Bag Drop.DashPass members only. 50% off up to $10 the day after a 50-point game with promo code. Terms apply.No Purchase Necessary. Ends April 13th. Open to U.S. residents 21 or older. Visit DoorDashInYourBag.com for full details.DoorDash — In your bag all season long.RobinhoodYou expect more from yourself. Expect more from your money. Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney. Your money. Your move. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. Options, futures, and crypto trading carry significant risk and may not suit all investors. Securities offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, member SIPC. Futures trading is offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC and not SPIC or FDIC protected. Crypto offered through Robinhood Crypto, LLC (NMLS ID 1702840), not FDIC or SIPC protected. Portfolio management offered by Robinhood Strategies, an SEC-registered advisor.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelRight now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting https://FanDuel.comto get startedFANDUEL 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.

Isaiah Hartenstein erupts for a career-high 33 points and 19 rebounds as the Oklahoma City Thunder demolish the Sacramento Kings 132-101 in their NBA Cup opener. Can the Thunder center's breakout performance become the norm, and what does his contract situation mean for OKC's championship window? Rylan Stiles and Brandon Rahbar break down Hartenstein's dominant paint presence, shooting 14-for-17 from the field while his teammates kept feeding him the ball. The discussion covers Isaiah Joe's shooting transformation into a dynamic three-point threat, Ajay Mitchell's 18-point, 10-assist double-double proving he's the sustainable third ball handler this roster desperately needed, and Cason Wallace's birthday performance on his way to a 9-1 start. The conversation takes a heated turn analyzing Russell Westbrook's controversial flagrant foul on Mitchell, questioning whether "playing hard" excuses reckless decisions that could injure opponents. Discover why Mitchell's playmaking might be the missing piece from last season's playoff run and how the Thunder's depth continues dominating despite ongoing injuries.

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