
Thunder Basketball Universe
Insights and observations into all things Thunder Basketball from the people closest to the team.
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296 episodes
Ep. 29 – A “Blood and Guts Win”
Coach Daigneault called it a “blood and guts win” following the 111-104 victory over Indiana in Game 4. The TBU crew breaks down the series-tying win and looks ahead to Monday night’s Game 5 matchup in OKC. The Thunder Basketball Universe is pr...
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Season 6
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Episode 29
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33:36

Ep. 28 – Series Shifts to Indy Tied 1-1
The Thunder put its zero-zero mentality on full display in Game 2 of the Finals. After falling to the Pacers in a gut-wrenching loss in Game 1, OKC took down Indiana, 123-107, in Game 2 to tie the series. The TBU crew looks back on some key per...
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Season 6
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Episode 28
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36:59

Ep. 27 – Finals Bound!
The Thunder advanced to the 2025 NBA Finals with its 124-94 win over Minnesota in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. Paris and Nick look back on the WCF and discuss the themes and stats that have gotten the team to this point. The Thunder...
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Season 6
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Episode 27
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50:01

Ep. 26 – Road Resiliency, Up 3-1
The Thunder bounced back for a 128-126 win over the Timberwolves in Game 4 to take a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference finals. The TBU crew looks back on some key stats and themes from the win, the team’s mentality and what’s ahead. The Thunde...
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Season 6
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Episode 26
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28:48

Ep. 25 – Defending Home Court
The Thunder took care of business in Games 1 and 2 of the Western Conference finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The TBU crew dives into some numbers that stand out, reflect on a few individual honors that were awarded this week and look...
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Season 6
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Episode 25
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26:44

Ep. 24 – Western Conference Finals Bound
The Thunder came away with a 125-93 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 on Sunday to advance to the Western Conference finals. The TBU crew looks back on the atmosphere and energy inside the building during the victory, and look ahead to the ...
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Season 6
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Episode 24
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27:36

Ep. 23 – All Knotted Up
OKC earned a hard-fought 92-87 win to even the series with the Nuggets in Denver on Sunday. The TBU crew looks back on the Thunder's bench play and how the team was able to open up its offense late in the game. The Thunder Basketball Universe i...
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Season 6
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Episode 23
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31:55

Ep. 22 – It Wasn’t a Response, It’s Who We Are
The Thunder went into Game 2 with a zero-zero approach and evened the series against Denver with a 149-106 win. The TBU crew breaks down their favorite stats from Game 2 while discussing the team’s depth, physicality, and resiliency as the seri...
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Season 6
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Episode 22
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28:30

Ep. 21 – Round 1 Recap, Thunder Wins in 4
Round 1 is complete and the Western Conference semifinals are on the horizon. The TBU crew looks back on Games 3 and 4 of the Memphis series and share what blessed their timelines while the team enjoys over a full week at home.
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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35:25

Ep. 20 – Taking Care of Business at Home
The Thunder held the Grizzlies to under the century mark in both games to start off its first-round series. Paris and Nick look back on why the defense was able to play so well while the offense was well-rounded and showed its depth.
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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35:37

Ep. 19 – Live from Loud City HQ
The TBU crew records this episode from Loud City HQ at Automobile Alley in downtown OKC, the go-to spot for Thunder fans to get playoffs ready. While there, Paris and Nick look back at some notable numbers from the regular season and get you pr...
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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25:36

Ep. 18 – All About the Hustle
Kenrich Williams joins the TBU crew to talk about Thursday night's win over Memphis, his relationship with his mother, the team's depth and next-man-up mentality, his own journey in the league, having a competitive fire and more.
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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18:46

Ep. 17 – Road Sweep Rewind | New Paycom Center Update
We've got a stacked show for you today – the TBU crew breaks down some notable highlights from the Thunder's road trip out east where the team went 3-0. Also, hear from the leaders of the construction team who will bring the new Paycom Center t...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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56:29

Ep. 16 – Welcoming Isaiah Joe to the Pod
Isaiah Joe sits down with Paris and Nick to talk about the recent stretch of games following the All-Star break, Friday night’s win over Portland, the play of Jaylin Williams, taking pride on the defensive end, the upcoming games against Denver...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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20:25

Ep. 15 – A Thunderous Start to February
A lot has happened through the first six games of February: Chet Holmgren returned to the lineup, Aaron Wiggins dropped a career-high 41 points and the team made a Thunder-record 27 threes on Monday. Paris and Nick recap the hot start to the mo...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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34:17

Ep. 14 – Hittin’ the Halfway Mark with Michael Cage
The Thunder just passed the halfway mark of the regular season. Broadcast analyst Michael Cage joins the TBU crew to provide some thoughts on the season while Paris and Nick share some notable numbers from the offensive and defensive end. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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35:35

Ep. 13 – Unpacking the Road Trip with Pinto
The Thunder radio voice, Matt Pinto, joins Paris and Nick to discuss the recent four-game road trip where the Thunder displayed resiliency and a business-like attitude while earning three wins on the East Coast. Pinto, who was recently named th...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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25:09

Ep. 12 – J-Will Joins the Show
Jaylin Williams joins the TBU crew to reflect on his return to action, the recent homestand, the play of his teammates, building chemistry on the court and the upcoming road trip.
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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19:11

Ep. 11 – That’s a Wrap on 2024
As we close out year, the TBU crew shares some stats, quotes and more that caught their eye from the first 32 games of the 2024-25 season.
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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42:20

Ep. 10 – Ajay Mitchell Joins Pod
Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell joins the TBU crew to discuss the recent road trip, growing and adjusting to life in the NBA in his first year, the defensive mindset of the team and more.
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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13:50

Ep. 9 – Road Trip Recap
Paris and Nick look back on last week’s road trip where the Thunder put its defense on display, especially in late-game situations, and found ways to score against a variety of schemes. The TBU crew also fills you in the different NBA Cup scena...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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37:32

Ep. 8 – Showing Poise, Versatility to Adversity
During the Thunder’s six-game homestand, the team faced adversity and put its resilience and adaptability on display. Nick and Paris break down how the Thunder has been able to win by doubling down on its strengths and getting energy boosts fro...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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24:45

Ep. 7 – What a Week
Paris and Nick look back on the different ways the Thunder got off to a 7-1 start in its first eight games. The TBU crew will also point out some stats that caught their eye, the disruptive team defense and some individual performances that hav...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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29:25

Ep. 6 – Recapping First Three Games
Paris and Nick share a couple of stats and themes that caught their eyes from the Thunder’s opening games. The TBU crew also tees you up for the next stretch of three games in four nights, including a west coast road trip.
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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31:05

Ep. 5 – Lu Joins the Pod | OKC Arena Architect Hired
Lu Dort stops by the podcast to talk with Paris and Nick about the preseason, team chemistry and defense. Also, he’s designed sports and entertainment facilities around the world, and now he’s bringing his talent to Oklahoma City. Meet David Ma...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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40:10
