OKC Thunder MUST RESPOND Game 4, Starting Lineup Change?

Oklahoma City Thunder's Jalen Williams: Future All-Star or NBA Superstar? The Thunder's rising star has fans and analysts buzzing about his ceiling.Host Rylan Stiles and guest Derek Parker dissect Williams' potential, from his impressive Finals performance to areas for improvement. They explore the Thunder's chances of fielding multiple All-Stars, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren in the mix. The discussion shifts to OKC's regular season outlook, win total predictions, and the value of their 76ers draft pick. Parker offers insights on the Thunder's roster depth and development, highlighting players like Cason Wallace.Tune in for expert analysis on the Thunder's path to NBA dominance and the key factors that could shape their upcoming season.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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)

18 Sep 38min

Western Conference shakeup: Rockets' offseason moves challenge Thunder's reign. Can Kevin Durant propel Houston to new heights?The Houston Rockets' acquisition of Kevin Durant has sent shockwaves through the NBA. Hosts Rylan Stiles and Jackson Gatlin analyze the Rockets' transformation from rising stars to serious contenders. They break down Western Conference tiers, with the Oklahoma City Thunder standing alone at the top. The discussion covers matchup strategies, defining success for both teams, and the impact of key players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Green departing to bring in KD.Tune in for expert insights on how the Rockets and Thunder stack up against each other and the rest of the league in this must-listen NBA preview.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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)

17 Sep 34min

NBA Regular Season Wins Draft: Who Will Dominate the Standings?Rylan Stiles and Brandon Rahbar predict the top-performing NBA teams in a thrilling draft-style showdown. From the Oklahoma City Thunder's unwavering competitive DNA to the Cleveland Cavaliers' potential in a weaker Eastern Conference, no stone is left unturned. The hosts analyze roster changes, injury impacts, and organizational strategies, offering insights on powerhouses like the Lakers and Clippers, as well as potential dark horses. Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's legacy-building drive propel the Thunder to new heights? Can DeAndre Ayton's addition reshape the Western Conference landscape?Tune in for expert analysis on your favorite NBA teams' chances of topping the regular season standings.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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)

16 Sep 41min

Thunder's draft mastery: Is OKC the NBA's best talent scout? Sam Presti's front office continues to strike gold, with the 2022 class shining bright.Dive into Oklahoma City's impressive draft record, focusing on rising stars like Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Rylan Stiles analyzes a hypothetical 2022 redraft, showcasing OKC's eye for talent. J-Will's development takes center stage, highlighting his evolution from G League player to potential cornerstone. Plus, get the inside scoop on the LA Clippers scandal involving Kawhi Leonard and its league-wide implications.Tune in for expert insights on the Thunder's bright future and how their drafting prowess shapes their path to contention.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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)

15 Sep 30min

Oklahoma City Thunder face mounting pressure as the new NBA season looms. Which players have the most to prove?Host Rylan Stiles breaks down the expectations for Chet Holmgren, ranked 30th in the top 100 players list after limited NBA experience. The discussion covers Cason Wallace's extension year challenges, Isaiah Joe's evolution as a sharpshooter, and the contract year pressure on Isaiah Hartenstein and Lu Dort. Stiles analyzes potential rotation strategies for the Thunder's frontcourt without Thomas Sorber, suggesting minute distributions and player pairings for optimal performance.Discover how the Thunder's roster moves and player development could reshape their playoff aspirations. Will Holmgren's three-point shooting reach new heights? Can Wallace elevate his offensive game?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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 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)

12 Sep 34min

Thunder reign supreme, but can they fend off challengers? Oklahoma City's NBA championship celebration may be short-lived as threats emerge.Host and Locked On Thunder's Rylan Stiles break down OKC's dominance, comparing them to the KD Warriors era. They analyze potential roadblocks, including the Denver Nuggets' seven-game thriller and the Cleveland Cavaliers' defensive prowess. The New York Knicks enter the conversation as dark horses, with Jalen Brunson's playoff heroics under the microscope.Defensive strategies take center stage as the hosts dissect how teams might exploit Thunder vulnerabilities. Key matchups like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Knicks defenders and Karl-Anthony Towns vs. Chet Holmgren are examined.Tune in for expert insights on Oklahoma City's path to repeating and the teams looking to dethrone them.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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 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)

11 Sep 33min

Cavaliers and Thunder: Dark Horse Contenders or Championship Favorites?Cleveland's 64-win season ended in playoff disappointment. Now, with Lonzo Ball joining Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, can the Cavs reach new heights? Oklahoma City's young core, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, looks poised for a breakout year. Locked On Thunder host Rylan Siyles and Locked On Cavs host Danny Cunningham analyze defensive matchups, debate what constitutes success for both teams, and explore how they stack up against other Eastern and Western Conference powerhouses.Will Cleveland's revamped roster finally deliver a deep playoff run? Can OKC's rising stars challenge the West's elite? Listen for expert insights on two of the NBA's most intriguing contenders.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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 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)

10 Sep 34min

Thunder's Top 100 Triumph: SGA at #2, Holmgren's Potential, and Surprising SnubsOklahoma City Thunder fans, rejoice! The NBA's top 100 players list is out, and OKC's roster is making waves. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claims the #2 spot, while Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren crack the top 30. But it's not all celebration - some rankings raise eyebrows and spark debate. From Holmgren's sky-high potential to unexpected omissions like Cason Wallace, this breakdown covers it all. Plus, get insider perspective on the list-making process and why certain players landed where they did.Tune in for expert analysis on the Thunder's bright future and how these rankings could shape the upcoming NBA season.0:00 Thunder well-represented in top 100 list 5:05 Breaking down Thunder players in top 30 14:52 Analyzing Thunder players ranked 68-83 19:28 Cason Wallace snubbed from top 100 list 24:32 Chet Holmgren's potential to climb rankings 28:39 Grizzlies' complaints about player rankingsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearFanDuelRight 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 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)

9 Sep 29min