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EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 32 MIN

OKC Thunder Defend Luka Doncic at ELITE Level | BEATING DOWN the Lakers

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Oklahoma City Thunder dismantle the LA Lakers with suffocating defense against Luka Doncic, improving to 12-1 despite playing on zero rest. Can this historic start continue?Rylan Stiles breaks down the Thunder's elite defensive scheme that held Luka to 19 points on 20 shots and a minus-31 rating without Lou Dort or Jalen Williams available. The analysis covers Cason Wallace's breakout defensive performance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's effortless 30-point night in three quarters, and Isaiah Hartenstein's irreplaceable impact on both ends. Stiles delivers an emotional reflection on why this Thunder era is special, urging fans to appreciate this moment while examining how the team has overcome shortened rest, road-heavy schedules, and injuries to maintain the NBA's best net rating and defense.Key topics include the Thunder's sophisticated blitzing schemes, Chet Holmgren's two-way excellence despite back soreness, and why this 12-1 start surpasses even the franchise's first era.Don't miss this passionate celebration of Thunder basketball's most dominant stretch in franchise history.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.BILTTurn your rent into rewards and start earning points around your neighborhood by going to https://joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.DripDropStock up now before the heat hits hard — and keep your body and mind performing at their best with DripDrop.Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order.Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code LOCKEDONNBA. WayfairDon’t miss out on early Black Friday deals.Head to Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday sale for up to 70% off.Mint MobileReady to say yes to sayingno?Make the switch at https://MintMobile.com/LOCKEDONNBA Upfront payment of $45 required (equivalent to $15/mo). Limited-time new customer offer for first 3 months only. Speeds may slow above 35GB on Unlimited plan. Taxes and fees extra. See Mint Mobile for details.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.

Rylan Stiles breaks down the Thunder's elite defensive scheme that held Luka to 19 points on 20 shots and a minus-31 rating without Lou Dort or Jalen Williams available. The analysis covers Cason Wallace's breakout defensive performance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's effortless 30-point night in three quarters, and Isaiah Hartenstein's irreplaceable impact on both ends. Stiles delivers an emotional reflection on why this Thunder era is special, urging fans to appreciate this moment while examining how the team has overcome shortened rest, road-heavy schedules, and injuries to maintain the NBA's best net rating and defense. Key topics include the Thunder's sophisticated blitzing schemes, Chet Holmgren's two-way excellence despite back soreness, and why this 12-1 start surpasses even the franchise's first era. Don't miss this passionate celebration of Thunder basketball's most dominant stretch in franchise history.

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