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Thunder Basketball Universe
by OKC Thunder
Insights and observations into all things Thunder Basketball from the people closest to the team.
Episodes
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Ep. 26 – New Ways to Watch Thunder
Paris and Nick are joined by Thunder Vice President of Broadcasting and Corporate Communications, Dan Mahoney, to discuss all the ways fans can watch Thunder basketball for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
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Ep. 25 – Diving Into the 2026-27 Schedule
Nick Gallo and Paris Lawson on Thunder take a dive into the Thunder's 2026-27 regular season schedule.
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Ep. 24 – The '26 Rookies Meet the Mic
Fresh off draft night, the newest members of the Thunder – Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz and Otega Oweh – sit down with the TBU crew to share their emotions, reflect on the journey that got them here and look ahead to what has them most excited for their first NBA season in OKC. The Thunder…
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Ep. 23 – End-of-Season Insights
The TBU crew breaks down their biggest takeaways from end-of-season media sessions, with insight from Sam Presti, Mark Daigneault and the full Thunder roster. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 22 – Thunder Delivers Answer in Game 2
OKC evened the Western Conference Finals at 1-1 with a 122-113 win over San Antonio. Royce Young joins Nick Gallo to reflect on a Thunder victory that featured a more efficient offense, with seven players scoring in double figures. Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 21 – Thunder Advances to Western Conference Finals
The Thunder is headed back to the Western Conference Finals for the sixth time in the last 16 seasons. The TBU crew breaks down the series win over the Lakers and dive into the play of Chet Holmgren, Ajay Mitchell, and Jared McCain throughout the series. The Thunder Basketball Universe is…
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Ep. 20 – West Semis Shift Into Gear
After over a week off, the Thunder were back in action in the Western Conference semifinals against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. The TBU crew breaks down some of their favorite stats and themes from the 108-90 win. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 19 – Round Won Over Suns
OKC took care of business against Phoenix and is now advancing to the Western Conference semifinals. The TBU crew breaks down the series and digs into how Ajay Mitchell found his groove at the right time while SGA continued to set the standard with his steady, efficient play. The Thunder…
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Ep. 18 – Talkin’ IHart’s OK Standard, Ajay Joins the Crew
Isaiah “IHart” Hartenstein discusses his "Oklahoma Standard" documentary and the importance of remembering the Oklahoma City Bombing, while Ajay Mitchell joins the crew to break down his regular season and lessons learned from last year’s playoff run. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented…
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Ep. 17 – Payton Sandfort: A March to Remember
Thunder two-way player Payton Sandfort joins the TBU crew to talk about his memorable week in mid-March, witnessing his brother make history, returning to the court after injuries last year, scoring his first NBA basket, and growing within the Thunder organization. The Thunder Basketball Universe...
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Ep. 16 – Consistency 2 NBA History
A new standard of NBA scoring consistency was set on Thursday night in OKC as Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander surpassed Wilt Chamberlain’s 63‑year record of 126 consecutive 20+ point games, hitting the mark for an unprecedented 127th straight time. Paris and Nick break down SGA’s historic run and the...
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Ep. 15 – All Things Kenny Hustle
Kenrich Williams sits down with Paris and Nick to discuss the Thunder’s togetherness and depth, his path from JUCO to the NBA, how those experiences fuel his approach and the how the team going through adversity this year can help it through March and into the playoffs. The Thunder Basketball...
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Ep. 14 – Next Man Up Mentality
Despite a recent string of injuries, the Thunder has shown plenty of positives in its latest stretch of games. The TBU crew breaks down the team’s resilient play, including Cason Wallace’s impressive run, Isaiah Joe’s sharp shooting, and how Nikola Topic and Jared McCain are integrating into the...
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Ep. 13 – Jared McCain Joins the Squad
The Thunder and the TBU crew welcome Jared McCain to the organization. Get to know more about Jared as Nick sits down with him for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview. Paris and Nick also look back on what stood out during the team’s first three games in February. The Thunder Basketball Universe is...
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Ep. 12 – In the Dog Days of January
The Thunder has crossed the halfway mark of the season—and despite a relentless stretch of injuries, OKC still stands several games clear of the rest of the West. The TBU crew digs into how the Thunder has stayed afloat and shines a spotlight on the players headed to the 2026 NBA All‑Star…
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Ep. 11 – Turning Adversity Into Opportunity
After leading by as many as 20 points, the Thunder found itself down by 8 midway through the fourth quarter, but rallied to pull out a 129-125 overtime win over the Jazz. The TBU crew breaks down the team’s resilience, highlights a pair of clutch performances and puts the past three weeks into...
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Ep. 10 – A Pair of Recent Wins and Year-End Reflections
Paris and Nick take a dive into the Thunder’s most recent wins over the Sixers and Hawks. The TBU Crew also looks back on some notables from the calendar year as we wrap up 2025. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 9 – Resilient and Relentless
Despite being shorthanded most of the season, the Thunder sits at 23-1 heading into the NBA Cup Quarterfinals against the Phoenix Suns. Paris and Nick break down the team’s resolve this season, along with the recent individual play of Shai, Chet and Jalen. The Thunder Basketball Universe is...
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Ep. 8 – Holiday Vibes with J-Will
The TBU crew sits down with Jaylin Williams to talk about building chemistry with his teammates, what it means to spend Thanksgiving week in OKC and how the team is preparing for its NBA Cup games this week. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 7 – Thunder Keeps Rollin’
OKC has kept its hot streak going with a pair of road wins and another victory inside Paycom Center. The TBU crew dives into what’s fueling this surge, highlighting the team’s defensive prowess and overall intensity. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 6 – Pluggin' and Playin'
The Thunder hasn’t been at full strength this season, yet the team has stormed to a 12-1 record through its first 13 games. The TBU crew breaks down the wins and standout individual performances from the recent four-game road trip and back-to-back victories at home. The Thunder Basketball…
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Ep. 5 – Fortitude in the First Five
It’s been a dramatic start to the season for OKC, who won five games in eight nights with four going into clutch time and two in double OT. The TBU crew breaks down the team’s execution late in games, the play of Ajay Mitchell, Aaron Wiggins and SGA’s consistency. The Thunder Basketball Universe…
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Ep. 4 – Meet Chris Youngblood
Thunder rookie Chris Youngblood recently signed a Two-Way contract with the team. The TBU crew had a chance to catch up with him and learn more about his journey to the NBA, his eagerness to learn the game and how he sees the organization as a perfect fit. The Thunder Basketball Universe is...
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Ep. 3 – Ringing In Opening Night
The Thunder raised its 2025 NBA Champions banner, received the rings and edged out the Rockets, 125-124, in double overtime. The TBU crew recaps everything from the eventful night inside Paycom Center. Plus, Nick had a chance to chat with Thunder Legacy player Serge Ibaka about his role in…
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Ep. 2 – Exploring the New Team in Preseason
The TBU crew dives into how the Thunder is using the preseason games to explore the roster in new ways as roles evolve, along with how the team is emphasizing a focus on improvement from last season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 1 – We're Back as Training Camp's Underway
Paris and Nick are back for Season 7 of the Thunder Basketball Universe, presented by Summer Moon Coffee. The TBU crew will discuss the mantras and themes the team will embrace throughout camp and into the regular season while also looking ahead to the six preseason games slated for October.
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Ep. 34 - Your Season Starts Here
The Thunder’s regular season schedule was just released by the NBA. The TBU crew gives a breakdown of all the key dates and highlights ahead of the 2025-26 Thunder season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 33 – Summer Updates and One Last Glance
Paris and Nick bring the latest news on the Thunder player extensions this offseason, the play of Nikola Topic, Ajay Mitchell and Brooks Barnhizer in Summer League and the 2025 Thunder preseason schedule. The TBU crew also takes one more look at some historical stats from the team this past…
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Ep. 32 – Welcoming Thomas and Brooks to OKC
Thunder rookies Thomas Sorber and Brooks Barnhizer were welcomed to Oklahoma City on Saturday at the First Americans Museum. Following a press conference, photoshoot and tour of the museum, the rookie duo chatted with the TBU crew to share their experiences on being drafted and what they are...
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Ep. 31 – A Thunder-ful Title
After 105 games, 23 playoff games and 7 NBA Finals games, the Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers to become the 2025 NBA Finals Champions. The TBU crew shares everything from their magical night inside Paycom Center. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 30 – Thunder Up After Game 5
OKC defeated Indiana, 120-109, to take a 3-2 series lead in the 2025 NBA Finals. Paris and Nick break down the stats and performances that stood out in Game 5. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 29 – A “Blood and Guts Win”
Coach Daigneault called it a “blood and guts win” following the 111-104 victory over Indiana in Game 4. The TBU crew breaks down the series-tying win and looks ahead to Monday night’s Game 5 matchup in OKC. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 28 – Series Shifts to Indy Tied 1-1
The Thunder put its zero-zero mentality on full display in Game 2 of the Finals. After falling to the Pacers in a gut-wrenching loss in Game 1, OKC took down Indiana, 123-107, in Game 2 to tie the series. The TBU crew looks back on some key performances from the team. The Thunder Basketball...
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Ep. 27 – Finals Bound!
The Thunder advanced to the 2025 NBA Finals with its 124-94 win over Minnesota in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. Paris and Nick look back on the WCF and discuss the themes and stats that have gotten the team to this point. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 26 – Road Resiliency, Up 3-1
The Thunder bounced back for a 128-126 win over the Timberwolves in Game 4 to take a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference finals. The TBU crew looks back on some key stats and themes from the win, the team’s mentality and what’s ahead. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon...
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Ep. 25 – Defending Home Court
The Thunder took care of business in Games 1 and 2 of the Western Conference finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The TBU crew dives into some numbers that stand out, reflect on a few individual honors that were awarded this week and look ahead to the road contests this weekend. The Thunder...
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Ep. 24 – Western Conference Finals Bound
The Thunder came away with a 125-93 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 on Sunday to advance to the Western Conference finals. The TBU crew looks back on the atmosphere and energy inside the building during the victory, and look ahead to the next series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The...
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Ep. 23 – All Knotted Up
OKC earned a hard-fought 92-87 win to even the series with the Nuggets in Denver on Sunday. The TBU crew looks back on the Thunder's bench play and how the team was able to open up its offense late in the game. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Summer Moon Coffee.
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Ep. 22 – It Wasn’t a Response, It’s Who We Are
The Thunder went into Game 2 with a zero-zero approach and evened the series against Denver with a 149-106 win. The TBU crew breaks down their favorite stats from Game 2 while discussing the team’s depth, physicality, and resiliency as the series heads west this weekend.
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Ep. 21 – Round 1 Recap, Thunder Wins in 4
Round 1 is complete and the Western Conference semifinals are on the horizon. The TBU crew looks back on Games 3 and 4 of the Memphis series and share what blessed their timelines while the team enjoys over a full week at home.
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Ep. 20 – Taking Care of Business at Home
The Thunder held the Grizzlies to under the century mark in both games to start off its first-round series. Paris and Nick look back on why the defense was able to play so well while the offense was well-rounded and showed its depth.
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Ep. 19 – Live from Loud City HQ
The TBU crew records this episode from Loud City HQ at Automobile Alley in downtown OKC, the go-to spot for Thunder fans to get playoffs ready. While there, Paris and Nick look back at some notable numbers from the regular season and get you primed up for what’s ahead. Loud City HQ is open to the...
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Ep. 18 – All About the Hustle
Kenrich Williams joins the TBU crew to talk about Thursday night's win over Memphis, his relationship with his mother, the team's depth and next-man-up mentality, his own journey in the league, having a competitive fire and more.
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Ep. 17 – Road Sweep Rewind | New Paycom Center Update
We've got a stacked show for you today – the TBU crew breaks down some notable highlights from the Thunder's road trip out east where the team went 3-0. Also, hear from the leaders of the construction team who will bring the new Paycom Center to life in downtown OKC.
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Ep. 16 – Welcoming Isaiah Joe to the Pod
Isaiah Joe sits down with Paris and Nick to talk about the recent stretch of games following the All-Star break, Friday night’s win over Portland, the play of Jaylin Williams, taking pride on the defensive end, the upcoming games against Denver and more.
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Ep. 15 – A Thunderous Start to February
A lot has happened through the first six games of February: Chet Holmgren returned to the lineup, Aaron Wiggins dropped a career-high 41 points and the team made a Thunder-record 27 threes on Monday. Paris and Nick recap the hot start to the month where OKC has won each of its games by 12 points…
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Ep. 14 – Hittin’ the Halfway Mark with Michael Cage
The Thunder just passed the halfway mark of the regular season. Broadcast analyst Michael Cage joins the TBU crew to provide some thoughts on the season while Paris and Nick share some notable numbers from the offensive and defensive end.
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Ep. 13 – Unpacking the Road Trip with Pinto
The Thunder radio voice, Matt Pinto, joins Paris and Nick to discuss the recent four-game road trip where the Thunder displayed resiliency and a business-like attitude while earning three wins on the East Coast. Pinto, who was recently named the 2024 Oklahoma Sports Broadcaster of the Year by the...
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Ep. 12 – J-Will Joins the Show
Jaylin Williams joins the TBU crew to reflect on his return to action, the recent homestand, the play of his teammates, building chemistry on the court and the upcoming road trip.
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Ep. 11 – That’s a Wrap on 2024
As we close out year, the TBU crew shares some stats, quotes and more that caught their eye from the first 32 games of the 2024-25 season.
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