OKC Thunder 2026 NBA Draft PREDICTIONS

Oklahoma City Thunder eye another draft-night coup as shakeups ripple across the 2026 NBA Draft board. With Aaron Wiggins traded to the Atlanta Hawks and two first-round picks in hand, OKC’s front office faces pivotal decisions—could Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe, or Kenrich Williams be next to move? The podcast debates which prospects best fit Mark Daigneault’s rotation, spotlighting Morez Johnson Jr., Yaxel Lindeberg, and Brayden Buries as names to watch. Will OKC prioritize team need or snag the best player available in a deep draft?

The conversation explores the Thunder’s fiscal strategy, the potential impact of the blockbuster trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, and how it shakes up Milwaukee Bucks’ picks just ahead of OKC. Predictions fly: Will OKC land Dailyn Swain, and does Richie Saunders offer second-round intrigue? Find out how these decisions could shape the Thunder’s pursuit of an NBA championship.

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!

5-Hour ENERGY

Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com.

Odoo

Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.

KALSHI

For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.

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 LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

FanDuel

Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.

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.