Thunder Basketball Universe
273 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsInsights and observations into all things Thunder Basketball from the people closest to the team.
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Ep. 38 – Draft Special
July 22, 2021 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBWith one week until the 2021 NBA Draft, Paris and Nick preview everything you need to know ahead of the big night. The TBU crew also has a little fun with a flavorful, off-court mock draft of their own.
Ep. 37 – Lu’s Leap
July 14, 2021 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBParis and Nick discuss the jump Luguentz Dort made offensively in his second season with the Thunder, along with the way he built upon his already punishing defense.
Ep. 36 – A Super-Sized Pod
July 06, 2021 21:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this week’s podcast, Paris and Nick break down the international flare on the Thunder roster and discuss the jump Darius Bazley made in his second season.
Ep. 35 – The Lottery and What’s Ahead
June 23, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBParis and Nick break down everything you need to know following the 2021 Draft Lottery and what’s down the road as several Thunder players gear up for Olympic qualifying games.
Ep. 35 – The Lottery and What’s Ahead
June 23, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBParis and Nick break down everything you need to know following the 2021 Draft Lottery and what’s down the road as several Thunder players gear up for Olympic qualifying games.
Ep. 34 – Camaraderie and Character
June 17, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBThis past NBA season stretched everyone involved – the fans, staff and players alike. For the Thunder, it seemed to bring out the best in terms of camaraderie and character. How did they do it? Paris and Nick break it down in this week’s podcast.
Ep. 33 – Pause the Game
June 08, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBThunder Vice President of Broadcasting and Corporate Communications, and OKC Thunder Films Executive Producer, Dan Mahoney joins the podcast to share a unique view about the upcoming documentary “Pause the Game” that will premiere at the deadCenter Film Festival on Saturday, June 12.
Ep. 32 – Special Guest: Etan Thomas
May 25, 2021 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBFormer Thunder player, activist and Tulsa native Etan Thomas joins the podcast to share his story on growing up just down the road from Black Wall Street and to give his perspective on the upcoming centennial of the Tulsa Race Massacre.
Ep. 31 – That’s a Wrap!
May 19, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBIt’s the end of the 2020-21 season. Paris and Nick break down the team’s win over the Clippers in the season finale, recap the end-of-season interviews and look ahead to some key dates early in the offseason.
Ep. 30 – By the Numbers
May 13, 2021 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBParis and Nick put a bow on the team’s recent four-game road trip and then dive into a fun game where they test each other’s knowledge on some unique stats from this season.
Ep. 29 – Special Guest: Cedric Ikpo
May 07, 2021 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBThunder Fellows Executive Director Cedric Ikpo joins the podcast to share his vision on the program that is designed to unlock new opportunities in sports, technology and entertainment for Black high school and college students in the Tulsa area.
*Ep. 28 – Invitado Especial: Gabriel Deck (en español)
May 05, 2021 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MBLa voz de radio en español del Thunder, Eleno Ornelas, habla con el novato Gabriel Deck. Escuche como Deck habla de crecer jugando con un aro echo en casa y de salir de su casa a los 13 años para seguir su carrera de baloncesto, para ahora unirse con el Thunder.
Ep. 27 – Special Guest: Eleno Ornelas
May 03, 2021 23:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBThunder Spanish radio play-by-play announcer Eleno Ornelas joins the podcast to share his journey from Juarez, Mexico, to calling the action for the Thunder. The 22-year veteran then discusses what he learned about newcomer Gabriel Deck from a recent interview. Nick and Paris also dive into the resilient effort by the Thunder on Sunday.
Ep. 26 – Bounce-Back in Beantown
April 28, 2021 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBOn the second night of back-to-back road games, the Thunder stuck to its identity to overcome recent adversity and bring a win back to OKC. Paris and Nick break down the collective effort of the team, along with the recent play of Darius Bazley.
Ep. 25 – Spring In Their Step
April 20, 2021 23:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBDevelopment has progressed on the court for a trio of Thunder players this past week. Paris and Nick break down the career-high performances of Luguentz Dort, Darius Bazley and Aleksej Pokuševski. We also reflect on the 26th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing.
Ep. 24 – Special Guest: Isaiah Roby
April 16, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBParis and Nick go all-access with Isaiah Roby as he hops on the pod shortly after landing in Detroit to talk about his season with the Thunder. He also discusses growing up in small town Illinois and his journey to the NBA. But for starters, we play a little trivia game of “You Can Shai That Again,” to test his knowledge on his fellow teammates.
Ep. 23 – French Connection; Return of Vets
April 12, 2021 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBParis and Nick take a dive into the unique connection amongst the trio of French-speaking players on the squad and reflect on the return of Lu Dort and Darius Bazley to the lineup. We also discuss the high-caliber play of several players this past week and debate which performance was the best.
Ep. 22 – Opportunities
April 06, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBNick and Paris give their perspective on the opportunistic play of Théo Maledon, Aleksej Pokuševski and the Thunder newcomers. The duo also debates their play of the week between the two Thunder rookies.
Ep. 21 – Special Guest: Tony Bradley
March 30, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBNewly acquired center/forward Tony Bradley joins the podcast to discuss getting acclimated to the team, his thoughts on his new threads and his journey to the NBA. Also, Paris and Nick lay out the landscape of the Thunder after a news-filled week in the Thunder Basketball Universe.
Ep 20 – It's Basketball Season!
March 23, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBLu Dort's lock-down defense helped the Thunder to victory on Sunday, but the young roster Thunder has shown its strength all around since All-Star break. Paris and Nick break down the team's play during the month of March.
Ep. 20 – It's Basketball Season!
March 23, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBLu Dort's lock-down defense helped the Thunder to victory on Sunday, but the young roster Thunder has shown its strength all around since All-Star break. Paris and Nick break down the team's play during the month of March.
Ep. 19 – Welcoming Svi to OKC
March 15, 2021 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBLearn more about newly acquired forward Svi Mykhailiuk as he joins the podcast. Paris and Nick look back on Sunday’s comeback win over Memphis and take a dive into some numbers and trends from the Thunder’s recent youth movement and bench play.
Ep. 18 – Setting Up the Second Half
March 09, 2021 23:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBPart one of the 2020-21 season is over. Paris and Nick recap their favorite trends and storylines from the first 36 games, and get you set for the second half of the season with everything you need to know. And as the anniversary of March 11 approaches, we welcome two special guests from the Thunder to reflect on the changes in the past year.
Ep. 17 – A View From the Blue
March 01, 2021 22:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBWill Dawkins, Thunder Vice President of Basketball Operations, joins the podcast for an in-depth interview to discuss the OKC Blue in Orlando and the young talent in the Thunder organization. We also recap the Thunder win against the Hawks on Friday night, including Ty Jerome's debut.
Ep. 16 – A Night to Remember; And Recapping a Month to Remember
February 25, 2021 21:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBFor this special episode, Paris and Nick break down an incredible night against the Spurs, which featured SGA posting a career-high 42 points off an ultra-efficient night from the field, and was capped off by a Lu Dort game-winning buzzer-beater. We also reflect on Black History Month and welcome special guest Randy Krehbiel, author of “Tulsa 1921: Reporting A Massacre,” to share his insight on the Tulsa Race Massacre.
Ep. 15 – Things Are Heating Up
February 23, 2021 22:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode, Paris and Nick discuss the recent boost from the second unit, along with the bounce-back performances from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They also dissect the offensive fouls drawn by Luguentz Dort and give an update on the OKC Blue down in the Orlando bubble.
Ep. 14 – Justin Time!
February 17, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBWhile it's been cold outside, Justin Jackson has been heating up on the hardwood. Paris and Nick reflect on his big week and dissect the team's home win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The two also look ahead to a jam-packed end of the month and give their picks for their snow storm Thunder buddy.
Ep. 13 – Continuing to Fight, Scrap
February 09, 2021 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBNick and Paris discuss last week’s wins over the Rockets and T’wolves, and preview what’s ahead as the team looks to avenge previous losses on the road against the Lakers and Nuggets. We also welcome a special guest as John Veal Jr., District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Oklahoma District Office, joins the podcast for Black History Month to share why its important to support local small businesses.
Ep. 13 – Two Bounce-Back Wins, Opportunity for More
February 09, 2021 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBNick and Paris discuss last week’s wins over the Rockets and T’wolves, and preview what’s ahead as the team looks to avenge previous losses on the road against the Lakers and Nuggets. We also welcome a special guest as John Veal Jr., District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Oklahoma District Office, joins the podcast for Black History Month to share why its important to support local small businesses.
Ep. 12 – A Super Time to Celebrate
February 03, 2021 01:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBTip off the show with a little NBA and Black History Month trivia, then reflect on the recent play of Al Horford and Théo Maledon and preview the month ahead in the Thunder organization. Paris and Nick also look ahead to the G League bubble in Orlando and share their plans for the upcoming Sunday.
Ep. 11 – Road Resiliency
January 27, 2021 02:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBNick and Paris recap on the team’s bounce-back win Monday night in Portland and make their case for the best play of the game. We also reflect on the pair of LA contests and look ahead to the final matchup of the five-game road trip in Phoenix.
Ep. 6 – A Day of Remembrance
January 18, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBHamidou Diallo and Thunder TV analyst Michael Cage join the podcast to discuss the the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Paris and Nick reflect on Friday’s overtime win before looking ahead at the upcoming road trip out west.
Ep. 10 – A Day of Remembrance
January 18, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBHamidou Diallo and Thunder TV analyst Michael Cage join the podcast to discuss the the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Paris and Nick reflect on Friday’s overtime win before looking ahead at the upcoming road trip out west.
Ep. 9 – What a Trip!
January 11, 2021 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBReflect back on a successful road trip as Nick and Paris recap the last three Thunder wins on its five-game trip. The duo will also debate the best play of the past week and take a deep dive into the numbers. By the Number link: https://www.nba.com/thunder/story/brooklyn-by-the-numbers-210110
Episode 8 – New Year, New Edition
January 04, 2021 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this latest episode, Paris and Nick look back on an entertaining week of Thunder basketball and discuss what stood out most. They also make their case for the best play of the week and look ahead to the rest of the team’s current road trip.
Ep. 8 – New Year, New Edition
January 04, 2021 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this latest episode, Paris and Nick look back on an entertaining week of Thunder basketball and discuss what stood out most. They also make their case for the best play of the week and look ahead to the rest of the team’s current road trip.
Ep. 7 – One for the Shai-Geous
December 28, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBNick and Paris relive Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s game-winning jumper with 1.4 seconds remaining in the Thunder season-opener at Charlotte on Saturday. They also break down the upcoming Thunder homestand this week as 2020 comes to a close.
Ep. 7 – One for the Shai-Geous
December 28, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBNick and Paris relive Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s game-winning jumper with 1.4 seconds remaining in the Thunder season-opener at Charlotte on Saturday. They also break down the upcoming Thunder homestand this week as 2020 comes to a close.
Ep. 6 – 'Tis the (Regular) Season!
December 22, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBParis and Nick lend their takeaways from training camp and preseason, and acquaint you with each player on the official Thunder roster. We also get in the spirit of giving with a special Thunder Secret Santa segment.
Ep. 5 – Weekend of Firsts
December 15, 2020 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBJust before getting its first taste of snow this season, Oklahoma City also got its first glance at the new-look Thunder in its preseason debut at San Antonio. Paris and Nick reflect on Saturday’s matchup, their snow day in the city and detail the new Thunder court that was laid down inside Chesapeake Energy Arena last week.
Ep. 4 – Mark Your Calendars!
December 08, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBMark your calendars because we have a schedule! Nick and Paris break down the first half of the Thunder's regular-season schedule as well as an update on the team following the first full week of training camp. Plus, the pod crew sits down with Christine Berney, VP of Community Relations, to explain why the Thunder's efforts in the community mean more this holiday season than ever before.
Ep. 3 – Training Camp Begins!
December 03, 2020 01:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBThe start of December marks Day 1 of training camp and a season unlike any other. Listen as Nick and Paris discuss the big-picture vision of the organization while breaking down Coach Daigneault’s approach to his first training camp as Thunder head coach.
Ep. 2 – Roster Updates
November 25, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn one of the league's busiest offseasons, Nick and Paris provide updates on the latest transactions made by the Thunder including the 4-team trade that sent Steven Adams to the New Orleans Pelicans. Hear what the latest acquisitions mean to the organization and also how the Thunder is continuing a holiday tradition to serve the community. https://www.nba.com/thunder/story/trades-usher-next-generation-201124
Ep. 2 – Roster Updates
November 25, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn one of the league's busiest offseasons, Nick and Paris provide updates on the latest transactions made by the Thunder including the 4-team trade that sent Steven Adams to the New Orleans Pelicans. Hear what the latest acquisitions mean to the organization and also how the Thunder is continuing a holiday tradition to serve the community. https://www.nba.com/thunder/story/trades-usher-next-generation-201124
Roster Updates – Ep. 2
November 25, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn one of the league's busiest offseasons, Nick and Paris provide updates on the latest transactions made by the Thunder including the 4-team trade that sent Steven Adams to the New Orleans Pelicans. Hear what the latest acquisitions mean to the organization and also how the Thunder is continuing a holiday tradition to serve the community. https://www.nba.com/thunder/story/trades-usher-next-generation-201124
Ep. 1 – New Season, New Faces
November 21, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIn the first episode of the new TBU season, Nick and Paris recap all of the latest additions to the Thunder roster following a draft night unlike any other. Learn about the newest faces on the team, what they bring to the table and hear about what draft night was like for Sam Presti and the Thunder's front office.
New Season, New Faces - Ep. 1
November 21, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIn the first episode of the new TBU season, Nick and Paris recap all of the latest additions to the Thunder roster following a draft night unlike any other. Learn about the newest faces on the team, what they bring to the table and hear about what draft night was like for Sam Presti and the Thunder's front office.
Ep. 71 – Welcome Coach Daigneault!
November 12, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBGrab your ticket and your suitcase, the Thunder’s rolling down the track with a new head coach! The Thunder Basketball Universe welcomes Mark Daigneault as the new head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Nick and Paris sit down with Coach Daigneault moments after his first press conference to talk about his path to becoming a head coach, his player development philosophy and the story behind his Bruce Springsteen fandom.
Ep. 70 - CP's Ultimate Assist
October 05, 2020 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBChris Paul was named a winner of the 2019-20 NBA Cares Community Assist Award for both his work in the OKC community and his continued efforts to bring change and awareness to a variety of issues during the NBA restart in Orlando. Paris and Nick revisit some of the most memorable moments from his appearances in Oklahoma City and discuss the impact he had on the continuation of the NBA season and emphasis on voting throughout the league. Oklahoma Voter Information: https://www.ok.gov/elec...
Ep. 69 - Featuring Darius Bazley
September 24, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBDarius Bazley joins the pod crew to talk about his rookie year and how his confidence evolved from the star to of the season to the restart in Orlando. He also talks about how getting registered to vote has become a rite of passage for him now that he's 18 and his thoughts on why every vote matters. Thunder VOTE: https://www.nba.com/thunder/thundervote