Thunder Basketball Universe (OKC Thunder)

The Thunder got contributions all around, but it was Josh Giddey’s clutch pass near the end of regulation and Lu Dort’s 14 points in overtime that lifted the Thunder past the Mavericks on Wednesday night. Paris and Nick recap the action as the team spends an extra day in Dallas before heading out west. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Dr. Mautra Staley Jones joins the podcast to share her journey from humble beginnings to her recent appointment as the 11th President of Oklahoma City Community College after previously serving at Langston University. Paris and Nick also recap the team's last three games on the court. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to discuss the play of the Thunder’s young core players in Monday night’s overtime win against New York. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Josh Giddey joins the podcast to talk about the excitement of competing in the Rising Stars game and Skills Challenge this upcoming All-Star Weekend in Cleveland. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Lindy Waters III and Olivier Sarr talked about seizing the moment after signing two-way contracts with the Thunder. The two joined the Thunder Basketball Universe podcast, presented by COOP Ale Works, and shared stories of their unique paths to the NBA.

Paris and Nick deliver everything you need to know after an efficient, hard-nosed victory Wednesday night win at Denver. The TBU crew also takes a dive into the continued development of the younger players on the roster. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to reflect on the resiliency and fight shown by the Thunder recently as the team continues its path of development. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

In the spirit of March, the TBU crew delivers their own bracket breakdown on the core pieces of the Thunder identity this season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Tre Mann joins the show to talk about his inspiration in playing basketball, growing up in Florida and his big scoring games in recent nights. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Vit Krejci talks about his journey as a youngster from the Czech Republic to playing in Spain at age 13, the importance of family in his life, living in Europe and overcoming adversity in the NBA. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew catches up with former players Cole Aldrich and Andre Roberson during the Thunder Legacy Weekend. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins the TBU crew in studio to reflect back on the 2021-22 Thunder season, recap end-of-season interviews and discuss some of their favorite moments of individual growth on the court. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.  

The TBU crew reacts to the main themes of Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti’s press conference earlier this week where he laid out his thoughts on this season, what’s ahead for the team this offseason and the organization’s connection to the community. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew takes a deep dive into the Thunder's defense – breaking down both the seen and unseen elements that made it a bright spot all season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew breaks down the team’s offensive development and reaching a flow state, particularly during a six-minute stretch of “less patterns, more rhythm” earlier in the season at Dallas. Paris and Nick also put some perspective on their favorite individual and team growths. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew is joined by Thunder broadcaster and NBA veteran Michael Cage for reaction to the Thunder getting the second and twelfth pick in the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery. Paris and Nick also get Cage’s perspective on the Lottery and draft process as a former player. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Paris and Nick highlight the maturity and mental toughness shown by the young Thunder throughout the season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew talks with Claude Johnson, author the “The Black Fives: The Epic Story of Basketball’s Forgotten Era,” about the importance of bringing the early history of basketball to life via the game’s trailblazing players, teams and impresarios in his newly released book. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by Coop Ale Works.

Thunder Vice President, Broadcasting & Corporate Communications Dan Mahoney, joins the show to preview the latest OKCThunder Films production, “Seeds of Greenwood,” which debuts Friday, June 10 at Scissortail Park. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Executive Director of Thunder Fellows, Cedric Ikpo, joins the TBU crew to share his feelings on the first year of the Thunder Fellows program, being a producer of the “Seeds of Greenwood” film and the students’ response the program’s inaugural year. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins the pod squad to look ahead to the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday and what the Thunder is looking for in its prospects. Nick Gallo also reflects on last year’s draft where the Thunder selected Josh Giddey with the No. 6 pick. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew delivers reaction from draft night following the selections of Chet Holmgren, Ousmane Dieng, Jalen Williams and Jaylin Williams. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew caught up with Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams (J-Dub), Jaylin Williams (J-Will) and Ousmane Dieng following their introduction to the OKC community at the Clara Luper Center for Educational Services. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder radio play-by-play announcer Matt Pinto joins the pod to take a quick look back on the draft and look ahead to upcoming Summer League in Utah and Las Vegas. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

With boots on the ground in Salt Lake City, Nick and Royce Young report to Paris back in-studio to share their observations after the first two games of Summer League. The pod trio also gives a quick look ahead to Las Vegas, which starts on Saturday, July 9. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder continues to build continuity and chemistry through its offseason work at Summer League. Paris, Nick and Royce Young serve up everything you need to know after two games in Las Vegas. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew takes a full-court view of the 2022 Summer Leagues with their sights and observations from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

In all levels of basketball, every winter begs the same question: what work was done and what gains were made during the summer? The TBU crew is joined by Thunder broadcaster and NBA veteran Michael Cage to talk about the importance of a productive summer and his experience from NBA offseasons past. We also reflect on the life and legacy of the great Bill Russell. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU welcomes the Thunder’s 2022 HBCU Fellowship Program interns Summer Brown (Howard) and Victoree Norris (Langston) to learn about their experiences the last two months with the organization. But before that, Paris and Nick discuss the re-signing of veteran forward Mike Muscala. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

To discuss Wednesday's 2022-23 NBA schedule release, the TBU brings in friends of the podcast Michael Cage, 15-year NBA veteran and the Thunder's Bally Sports Oklahoma TV analyst, as well as voice of the Thunder on the Thunder Radio Network, Matt Pinto. Paris and Nick also keep you updated on what Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl have been up to off the floor. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew takes an in-depth look at the drive and the rise of Jalen Williams and Ousmane Dieng’s readiness to learn. We also recap the Lu the Beast Camp in Montreal Nord this past weekend. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew gives you the latest on Chet Holmgren as the team announced a successful surgery on Tuesday morning. Paris and Nick also break down the 2022 preseason schedule and deliver an update on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Théo Maledon as they play for their respective countries in FIBA action. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew delivers an update on the newly released OKC Blue schedule and info on the upcoming Thunder Fan Fest on Sunday, Sept. 11. Nick and Paris were also on site at Esperanza Elementary where Aaron Wiggins and Lindy Waters III met up with students on the Rolling Thunder Book Bus. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick recap Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti’s media availability from Thursday. The TBU crew also catches up on all the Thunder happenings in the community and welcomes a special guest, Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Natasha Stamper, to discuss her new role with the organization. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris Lawson, Nick Gallo, Michael Cage and Chris Fisher hosted Thunder players and Coach Daigneault on set during Media Day 2022 at Paycom Center. Listen in to what the players and head coach had to say about their offseasons, along with the excitement surrounding the upcoming season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Continuity has played a big role in Thunder Training Camp so far – each player has been a part of at least one summer league or Thunder practice. Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to discuss the competitive and physical practices bred from familiarity on the court. Also, at the start of training camp, Thunder players got to choose two songs as their anthems to add to a playlist played during practice throughout camp. The TBU crew shares which two songs they would consider as their own personal anthems. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder Radio Announcer Matt Pinto joined Paris and Nick to discuss the value of a six-game preseason schedule and the areas of growth they have witnessed over the first five games. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works

With the regular season starting Wednesday in Minnesota, the TBU crew brought in Thunder TV analyst Michael Cage to help recap the preseason and discuss how it has evolved over the years. The trio also will talk about what they’re looking forward to most in the 2022-23 season. And stay tuned at the end for our ‘What to Know’ segment where Paris is joined by Thunder Director of Ticket and Premium Sales, Travis Herman, to give you all the information on how to get game tickets that fit your needs. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins the TBU crew to talk about the excitement of the season opener Wednesday night in Minnesota and the fight shown during the second half of the contest.  And stay tuned for our ‘What to Know’ segment where we are joined by Thunder Senior Manager of Game Presentation & Entertainment, Jason Quintero, to chat about the in-game experience and what it takes to put it all together every night. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder television play-by-play announcer Chris Fisher joins the TBU crew to look back on the Thunder home opener and share their takeaways from the first weekend of games this season. Also, Thunder Director of Guest Relations & Safety, Joy Joslin, stops by for our “In the Know” segment to talk about what her job encompasses and the team-effort that arena staff put in during each game night. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick recap the last three games for the Thunder where the team topped the Clippers in back-to-back games and then closed regulation on an 18-2 run in Dallas before coming away with a 117-111 overtime win. The TBU crew also shares and debates their favorite Halloween candy. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder followed up its come-from-behind win at Dallas with one over Orlando, and then nearly pulled out another against Denver. Paris and Nick breakdown those games and take a look at the mid-range efficiency from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Also, Public Information Officer, Oklahoma State Election Board Misha Mohr joins the show to share everything Oklahomans need to know about the upcoming elections happening now through Tuesday, Nov. 8. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick look back on a wild night at Paycom Center, where the Thunder overcame another large deficit in the final minutes to force two overtimes against the Bucks. The TBU crew is also joined by the author of Canyon Dreams: A Basketball Season on the Navajo Nation, Michael Powell, to discuss the meaning and importance of Rez Ball in the Navajo Nation, along with his background that led him to writing the book. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder faced off against four Eastern Conference teams in the past week. The TBU Crew breaks down the home win over Toronto, the two road wins against New York and Washington, and the battle at Boston. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Mike Muscala joins the podcast to relive the eventful road trip from last week that included four road games and a trip to the White House. Musky also talks about the different guys who have stepped up for the Thunder and the leadership of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. And in the spirit of the holiday week, Mike, Paris and Nick take part in a Thanksgiving meal draft. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Work. 

Paris and Nick recap a busy week in the Thunder universe that saw two overtime games and a 20-point comeback win over the Spurs. Also, during Native American Heritage Month, the Oklahoman actors who play Cheese and Daniel in Reservation Dogs dropped by the pod to discuss the show’s treatment of issues within the Native American community. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Jalen Williams sits down with the TBU crew to discuss the resiliency and mentality of the team during multiple come-back wins in recent games. J-Dub also talks about his early experiences in the league after winning the Thunder's fifth of the last six Rookie of the Month awards. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder started off the month of December with five games on the road before its seven-game homestand. The TBU crew talks about the development and growth during the 11 days away from home and also about what's to come in the coming weeks at home. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Thunder TV analyst Michael Cage joins Paris and Nick to look back on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's buzzer-beating game winner over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, Dec. 19. The crew also looks back at the total team effort given in the Thunder's last two wins. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder radio announcer Matt Pinto joins Paris and Nick to recap the Thunder’s seven-game homestead where the team won four of its last five games and held the fifth-best defensive rating in the league during that stretch. The trio also talks about the continued evolution of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder set an OKC record for points in a quarter (48 in the 3rd) and total points scored in its 150-117 win over the Boston Celtics earlier this week. The TBU crew recaps the win and also talks about the play of first-year Thunder player Isaiah Joe. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

As the Thunder hits the middle point of the season, television play-by-play announcer Chris Fisher joins Paris and Nick to discuss the recent offensive production and the professional habits that are being built by the youngest team in the NBA. The crew also talks about the blue-collar mentality of Kenrich Williams. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew is celebrating the show’s 200th episode over the last four seasons by welcoming the Kenrich Williams to the podcast for an update on the life of Kenny Hustle, the chronicles of the recent road trip, Kenrich’s recent efficiency from deep and the play of  Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Plus, we get an update on a special 1-on-1 battle following practice. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick welcome Royce Young and look back on the team's most recent road games at Sacramento and Denver. The TBU crew also dives into Royce's latest article for okcthunder.com  "Rare & Relentless" which talks about the process-driven mentality of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick are joined by TV analyst Michael Cage to discuss the announcement of Josh Giddey and Jalen Williams being selected to the 2023 Rising Stars game on All-Star Weekend. The crew also recaps the recent battle against the Warriors and give their takeaways from the month of January where the Thunder won nine games. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The Thunder stood tall, maintained its identity and pulled away with a 133-130 victory in front of a national audience on Tuesday night. Paris and Nick are joined by Thunder radio announcer Matt Pinto to look back on the historic night in Los Angeles. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew wraps up the three games before the break, including  wins at Portland and home to Houston, before setting up the weekend ahead as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Josh Giddy and Jalen Williams head to Salt Lake City for the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

It’s been a busy week for the Thunder as the team just completed its seventh game in 11 days, the latest being a wire-to-wire victory over the Utah Jazz. Paris and Nick break down those games, along with the return of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to the lineup. The TBU crew also reflects on a busy week for the Thunder in the community. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick recap the recent road wins over the New Orleans and San Antonio where the defense held each opponent to under 100 points in back-to-back nights. The TBU crew also takes a look into the development of Ousmane Dieng and the consistency of Jalen Williams. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

A living-legend and pioneer, the Thunder celebrates Nancy Lieberman and her many contributions to the game in recognition of Women's History Month. Paris gathers personal stories and memories from Lady Magic, that not only shaped her career, but changed the landscape of the women's game today. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to look back on  the recent road trip out west where the Thunder got wins over the Clippers and Blazers. The TBU crew also discusses the late-game defense from Lu Dort in the win over the Clippers and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl’s ability to stay ready and knock down shots when called upon. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick are joined by TV analyst Michael Cage to talk about the importance of games down the stretch of the regular season as the Thunder continues its path of development while battling for a play-in spot. Also, the TBU crew reflects with Michael, a former player for the San Diego State Aztecs, on his Final Four experience in Houston as he witnessed his alma mater hit a buzzer-beater that sent the school to its first-ever National Championship appearance. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder play-by-play announcer Chris Fisher joins Paris and Nick to reflect on the regular season after 82 games, recap the play of the reserves in the win against Memphis on Sunday and preview the Thunder’s first play-in game against the New Orleans Pelicans coming up on Wednesday. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to look back on the two Thunder play-in games as well as the season as a whole, SGA’s rise as a player and the progress shown from the Thunder rookies throughout the year. The TBU crew also reflects on Thunder Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti’s end-of-season press conference from Thursday. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Thunder radio announcer Matt Pinto joins Paris and Nick to look ahead at the NBA Draft Lottery that will take place Tuesday at 7 p.m. on ESPN. Also, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named to the All-NBA First Team for the first time in his career while Jalen Williams earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors. The crew reflects on the big seasons from Thunder duo. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder Vice President of Broadcasting & Corporate Communications Dan Mahoney stops by to talk about STEPS, the latest Thunder films project that will premiere at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 10 at Scissortail Park in OKC. “STEPS” provides an introspective view of the journey of Derek Loccident, a former University of Central Oklahoma and Westmoore High School football player whose left foot was severed in a train accident in 2018. Also, Paris and Nick provide a quick reminder of the Draft Lottery results as the 2023 NBA Draft nears. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The star of the latest Thunder Films project "STEPS" and Oklahoma native, Derek Loccident, stops by the studio to talk about the project that premiered over the weekend at the deadCenter Film Festival, along with his experience in the making of the 17-minute piece. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

With the 2023 NBA Draft around the corner, the TBU crew provides a reminder of where the Thunder is drafting and breaks down the organizational process heading into Thursday. Also, Nick catches up with Ousmane Dieng to reflect on his draft night, progress during his rookie season and involvement in the community this past week. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Nick Gallo catches up with Thunder rookies Cason Wallace and Keyontae Johnson to talk about their draft night experiences, the whirlwind of a weekend arriving in OKC and how their games will fit with the team. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

J-Will joins Paris and Nick from Summer League to talk about the growth he’s seen from the guys he played with last summer, as well as what it’s been like playing with fellow big Chet Holmgren this summer. The TBU crew also breaks down Thunder free agency and Paris gives an update on her trip to Australia with Josh Giddey. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew hit the road this past weekend to catch up with Kenrich Williams during his basketball camp in his hometown of Waco, Texas. Paris and Nick discuss the importance of Williams bringing a camp to the youth back home, along with his offseason and preparation for the upcoming season. Also, Head Coach Mark Daigneault made a surprise visit to talk Summer League, Kenrich's growth and more. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick caught up with Isaiah Joe and Jaylin Williams in their hometown of Ft. Smith, Arkansas to talk about their summers and the upcoming season. But first, the TBU Crew breaks down what the Thunder did in a whirlwind free agency and trade period this summer. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick are joined by Matt Pinto and Royce Young to take an in-depth look at the Thunder’s regular season schedule, including an overview of the NBA In-Season Tournament. The TBU crew also gives an update on Thunder players in the FIBA Basketball World Cup. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew provides a FIBA Basketball World Cup update where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort (Canada), Davis Bertans (Latvia), Josh Giddey and Jack White (Australia) represent the Thunder and their respective nations on the world stage. Nick also caught up with Cason Wallace to get the latest on his summer and mindset going into his rookie season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick recap a visit to a local fire station and a court renovation where Thunder players made their presence shown in the community. The TBU crew also delivers the latest news on a couple of players and looks ahead to what's coming in the next couple of weeks. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick provide an overview from this week's press conference with Thunder Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti where he talked about the team's humility and work ethic heading into the 2023-24 season. The TBU crew also reflects on a trip to the Oklahoma Children's Hospital by Jack White and Vasilije Micic. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The 2023-24 Thunder season commenced on Monday with Media Day at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Paris and Nick were on hand to break down the jam-packed day and share a few interesting nuggets they learned from some players. Also, listen to what Coach Mark Daigneault had to say on our Thunder Livestream during the event. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Nick Gallo sits down with Chet Holmgren for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview  to talk about his recovery, getting back on the court with teammates, the impact he will look to bring to the floor, and much more. Royce Young also joins the TBU crew to talk about what caught their eye from the first week of training camp and also to reflect Royce’s time with Chet while writing the latest feature story “Persistent Pursuit” on okcthunder.com. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The TBU crew breaks down everything you need to know from the Thunder’s first preseason game Monday night against the San Antonio Spurs. Also, Nick talks with Lu Dort about representing Canada during FIBA, giving back to his hometown of Montréal, his favorite hustle play and his mentality going against some the league’s best on the defensive end. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

The TBU crew talks about the Thunder ball movement and defensive tone that it has displayed during the preseason, along with the trip across the border last week for the matchup in Montréal. Also, Nick Gallo sits down with Thunder guard Vasilije Micić to talk about his hometown in Serbia, his philosophy on the court and a special skill that makes Micić quite the all-around athlete. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris catches up with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to talk about his offseason routine, playing for Canada this summer, basketball as a child, his mindset on leadership qualities and more. But first, the TBU crew wraps up the preseason and sets the table for the 2023-24 regular season. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

In this week’s episode, Paris sits down with rookie Cason Wallace to discuss his acclimation to the league, his basketball mantra, the culture of the team, why he chose to play basketball over other sports and more. But first, Royce Young and the TBU crew break down the first four games of the season and mention what plays caught their eyes.

The TBU crew breaks down part of the Thunder’s homestead that included a tale of two halves against the Pelicans, an in-season tournament battle against the Warriors and a bounce-back win against the Hawks. And in preparation for the start of the OKC Blue season, Paris sits down with Keyontae Johnson to get to know more about the Thunder rookie.

Lindy Waters III talks about the influence of basketball and his native culture while growing up in Oklahoma, as well as what it means to represent his heritage through the sport. Paris and Nick also recap the recent road trip out west that concluded with a 111-99 win over the Phoenix Suns.

Paris sits down for a one-on-one interview with Isaiah Joe to discuss his growing up with basketball in Ft. Smith, AR, the work he puts into becoming an all-around player, how he stays ready each game and more. But first, the TBU crew breaks down the last three games on the road that saw two victories over the Warriors and a convincing win over the Blazers.

Paris and Nick discuss their biggest takeaways from the last three matchups, take a dive into the bench production over the last seven games and go into length on the defense of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander,  who currently leads the league in steals. Plus, the TBU crew sits down with the Mayor of Oklahoma City, David Holt, to talk about the Keep OKC Big League vote on December 12.

Jalen Williams sits down with Paris and Nick to reflect on the win against the Mavericks last weekend where the Thunder built a 24-point lead, fell behind after a 30-0 run by Dallas and then found a way to bounce back to pull out a 126-120 win. The TBU crew also asked Williams to talk about his mentality and development in year two, observations on his teammates and his versatility in guarding a wide range of opponents.

The TBU crew looks back on the last week where the Thunder got wins over the Warriors and Jazz while breaking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's disruptive defense, OKC's moving and cutting on offense, and non-rotational guys stepping up and making the most of their opportunities when called upon. Also, Nick sits down to talk with Ousmane Dieng, who had an 18-point performance Monday against the Jazz.

Paris and Nick talk about how the team continues learning through each experience, the growth of the rookies, sharing the ball on offense and causing disruption on defense. The TBU crew also recaps the Christmas homestead, blesses your timeline with some Holiday Assist events and previews what's to come in 2024. 

Michael Cage joins the show to talk about OKC’s balanced attack, Shai and Chet's awards in the month of December and life on the road. We also have an exclusive interview with Jalen Williams and talked about a new way to watch select Thunder games.

Paris and Nick recap the team’s latest road trip that concluded with two wins against division opponents. The TBU crew also looks back on how two members of the Thunder organization got their jerseys retired at their respective schools and look ahead to Tuesday’s home game against Portland and upcoming three-game road trip. Also, Paris sits down with Jaylin Williams to get to know more about the second-year player out of Arkansas.

The Thunder just wrapped up a wild, action-packed January. The TBU Crew talks about all the crazy numbers from the month and breaks down the win over the Denver Nuggets to close it out. Also, Nick sits down with Aaron Wiggins to talk about his approach to the game, camaraderie with teammates and growing up and playing ball in North Carolina. 

Paris and Nick look back on the 135-127 double overtime win over Toronto that saw a 23-point comeback, 23 made threes and 40 assists by the Thunder. The TBU crew gives a brief introduction of the newest member of the Thunder, Gordon Hayward. We also look ahead to the team's final three games before the All-Star break.

It was a busy weekend for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Cason Wallace and Keyontae Johnson this past weekend in Indianapolis. The TBU crew shares their stories and talks about what made them look during the star-studded weekend. Also, Gordon Hayward spoke with the Thunder media for the first time on Wednesday. Hear what he had to say about joining the team.

Paris is joined by Thunder broadcast play-by-play announcer Chris Fisher to talk about what caught their eye from the last week. They also look back at the month of February where the Thunder shot a league-leading 42.7 percent from three while winning six of its last seven games.

The Thunder has won four out of five games in March, including its last three, and nine straight at home. The TBU crew breaks down the reasons for success, plus the consistency of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Cason Wallace making strides in his first season, Josh Giddey finding his groove and Gordon Hayward becoming more acclimated to the team. 

The voice of the Thunder Radio Network, Matt Pinto, joins Nick to talk about his journey to calling his 3,000th NBA broadcast on Wednesday. The two also talk about how the Thunder has played recently, what’s in front of the team, the guidance of Coach Daigneault, the extraordinary rookie season of Chet Holmgren and the historic play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Michael Cage joins Nick to recap the Thunder's 119-112 road win over the Pelicans where the team hit the 50-win mark. The guys also look back on three plays from Wednesday's home game that caught their eye. Then, Paris sits down with Josh Giddey to talk about  basketball in Australia, the fearlessness he plays with on the court, the development of his passing and rebounding, keeping a level head and more.

Paris and Nick look back on the Thunder’s back-to-back wins at home where the defense allowed only 97.0 points per game while holding the Kings and Spurs to a combined 33.9 percent from the field. The TBU crew also talks about SGA’s return to the court, Josh’s growth and development, and the increasing comfort level of Gordon Hayward. Plus, the crew relives their experiences from the win inside Madison Square Garden and reflects on the Thunder hitting the 55-win milestone.