Thunder Basketball Universe
266 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsInsights and observations into all things Thunder Basketball from the people closest to the team.
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Ep. 24 – Priming for the Playoffs | Catching Up with G League Finals MVP Ousmane Dieng
April 19, 2024 21:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBA lot has happened in the Thunder Basketball Universe over the last week! The Thunder wrapped up its 82-game schedule, finished No. 1 in the Western Conference and is now gearing up for the NBA Playoffs. Nick and Paris will have all the information Thunder fans need for home playoff games at Paycom Center. And while the Thunder was closing out its regular season, the OKC Blue won the G League Finals. Ousmane Deing joined the TBU crew to reflect on the Blue's run, earning the G League Finals ...
Ep. 23 – Back-to-Back Recap | Final Homestand
April 12, 2024 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBParis 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.
Ep. 22 – Reaching the 50-Win Mark | 1-on-1 with Josh Giddey
March 29, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBMichael 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.
Ep. 21 – Great Guidance and Extraordinary Execution | Pinto’s Milestone
March 19, 2024 16:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBThe 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.
Ep. 20 – What a Week!
March 12, 2024 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBThe 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.
Ep. 19 – Chris Fisher Joins to Recap February
March 01, 2024 22:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBParis 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.
Ep. 18 – Jam-Packed All-Star Recap | Crew Talks With Hayward
February 22, 2024 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBIt 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.
Ep. 17 – The 2OT Thriller | Adding Hayward
February 09, 2024 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBParis 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.
Ep. 16 – OKC Caps Off a Jam-Packed Month | Aaron Wiggins Talks Hoops
February 01, 2024 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe 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.
Ep. 15 – Road Wins and Jersey Retirements | Interview with Jaylin
January 22, 2024 22:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBParis 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.
Ep. 14 – SGA, Chet Awards | Life on the Road | A New Way to Watch
January 09, 2024 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBMichael 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.
Ep. 14 – Wrapping Up 2023
December 29, 2023 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBParis 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.
Ep. 12 – OT Win Over Warriors, Team Effort Against Jazz | Interview with Ousmane
December 14, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBThe 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.
Ep. 11 – Jalen Joins to Talk Resiliency in Dallas, His Development and Versatility
December 05, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBJalen 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.
Ep. 10 – Themes from the Last Three | Interview with Mayor Holt
November 29, 2023 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBParis 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.
Ep. 9 – Getting to Know Isaiah Joe | West Coast Road Sweep
November 22, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBParis 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.
Ep. 8 – Lindy on Growing Up in Oklahoma | Road Trip Recap
November 14, 2023 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBLindy 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.
Ep. 7 – Honing In on the Homestand | Get to Know Keyontae
November 08, 2023 18:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBThe 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.
Ep. 6 – Chattin’ with Cason | Royce and Crew Talk First Week
November 01, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBIn 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.
Ep. 5 – Sittin’ Down with SGA | Regular Season on Deck
October 24, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBParis 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.
Ep. 4 – Ball Movement, Defense on Display | Get to Know Vasilije Micić
October 19, 2023 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBThe 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.
Ep. 3 – Recapping First Preseason Game | Locking in with Lu Dort
October 11, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBThe 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.
Ep. 2 – A Conversation with Chet | Royce Young Joins to Talk Camp
October 06, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBNick 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 W...
Ep. 1 – A New Season Begins with Media Day
October 03, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBThe 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.
Ep. 43 – Reflecting on Presti's Thoughts
September 28, 2023 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBParis 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.
Ep. 42 – Joy and Fun in the Community
September 21, 2023 21:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBParis 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.
Ep. 41 – Thunder FIBA Update and a Quick Catch Up with Cason
September 07, 2023 20:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThe 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.
Ep. 40 – 2023-24 Schedule Breakdown
August 18, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBParis 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.
Ep. 39 – Visiting Isaiah and Jaylin, Summer Updates
August 03, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBParis 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.
Ep. 38 – Catching Up with Kenny Hustle and Coach Mark
July 24, 2023 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.03 MBThe 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.
Ep. 37 – Special Guest: Jaylin Williams
July 11, 2023 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBJ-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.
Ep. 36 – Cason and Keyontae Join the Pod!
June 26, 2023 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.44 MBNick 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.
Ep. 35 – Talking Draft and Catching Up with Ous
June 20, 2023 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBWith 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.
Ep. 34 – Meet Thunder Films' Derek Loccident
June 14, 2023 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBThe 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.
Ep. 33 – Talkin' Thunder Films
June 06, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThunder 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 Lotte...
Ep. 32 – Draft Lottery Preview and Player Honors
May 15, 2023 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBThunder 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.
Ep. 31 – Closing 15 Seasons in OKC
April 20, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBRoyce 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.
Ep. 30 – Preppin' for the Play-In
April 10, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThunder 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.
Ep. 29 – Meaningful Games and a March Madness Experience
April 06, 2023 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBParis 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 Unive...
Ep. 28 – Wrapping Up the West Coast Road Trip
March 28, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBRoyce 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.
Ep. 27 – Lessons From a Legend
March 21, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBA 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.
Ep. 26 – Road Trip Wins and Rising Rookies
March 14, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBParis 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.
Ep. 25 – Wins Over Utah, SGA Returns, Full Force in Community
March 06, 2023 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIt’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.
Ep. 24 – Thunder Rolls Into the Break
February 16, 2023 21:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBThe 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.
Ep. 23 – Staying Strong in the Spotlight
February 08, 2023 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBThe 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.
Ep. 22 – A Strong Month and Rising Stars
February 01, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBParis 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.
Ep. 21 – Road Recap with Royce
January 24, 2023 22:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBParis 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.
Kenrich Joins Us for Episode 200!!
January 17, 2023 23:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThe 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.
Ep. 19 – Oh, We’re Halfway There!
January 10, 2023 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBAs 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.
Ep. 18 – Making Thunder History
January 05, 2023 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBThe 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.