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The Daily Thunder Podcast

Daily Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Chet Holmgren
NBA
San Antonio Spurs
Jalen Williams
Shea Gilgeous-Alexander
NBA Playoffs
NBA Championship
Denver Nuggets
Cleveland Cavaliers
Isaiah Hartenstein
Indiana Pacers
Victor Wembanyama
Aaron Wiggins
NBA Finals
Los Angeles Lakers
Dallas Mavericks
Isaiah Joe
NBA Cup

Beat reporter Brandon Rahbar joins host John Napier for a weekly breakdown of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Listen for game analysis, news, and coverage of the OKC Thunder trade deadline, draft, free agency and offseason moves. Daily Thunder is the OG diehard fan blog, covering the team since its inception. We feature reader and listener interaction alongside our contributors and guests, keeping the ... more

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Latest Episodes

The Daily Thunder Podcast is back, and things have changed dramatically in Oklahoma City.

John Napier and Brandon Rahbar return to discuss the devastating injuries to Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren—and what they mean for the Thunde... more

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The Thunder are back, and Brandon Rahbar thinks this roster could be the best in the NBA again. But health, depth, and the right rotations will be key to another championship-level run.

John Napier and Brandon preview the season’s biggest Thunder qu... more

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The 2026-27 is basically here, with Sam Presti speaking to the media last week, along with Media Day on Monday. Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar was at both for DT, and he and John discuss thoughts from the first press availability of the sea... more

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The 2026-27 season is right around the corner, and what better way to get primed for the next season of Thunder basketball than to revisit Brandon's 26 Statements Made with Extreme Confidence made just before the 2025-2026 season.

Plus, Brandon and ... more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Rahbar
Daily Thunder beat reporter covering the Oklahoma City Thunder
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Episode: Season Preview Pod
Wes Hill
Long-time Thunder fan and guest on the show
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Episode: Thunder Take-Off
Michael Martin
Thunder beat reporter and content creator
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Episode: The One Where We Give Chet Holmgren Some Love
Shea Gilders-Alexander
Star player and Finals MVP of the Oklahoma City Thunder
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Episode: The Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA Champions

Hosts

John Napier
Host of The Daily Thunder Podcast
Ryan Woods
Host of The Daily Thunder Podcast
Cray Allred
Editor-in-Chief, Daily Thunder; Co-host on The Daily Thunder Podcast
Brandon Rahbar
Daily Thunder Beat Writer; Host/Contributor on Thunder coverage

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • One of the best pods

    Ryan and Brandon are in a great pair to analyze the games for Thunder fans. Just wish there will be more episodes per week than merely just one. 5 stars !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thunder_thunder
    United States4 years ago
  • Great stuff

    Wish they had more content. The podcast is pretty informative and always entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Klacy56
    United States5 years ago
  • 🌟5 STAR REVIEW🌟

    Love the pod, great analysis by all who appear on this pod! Keep up the great work🔥🔥🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sbwinchester
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a great podcast that keeps you up to date with everything Thunder.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Web
    United States6 years ago
  • Thunder Up!

    Great insight and critiques, always with a positive take away and good sense of humor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Foggym24
    United States7 years ago

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Hosts deliver sharp Thunder analysis with a strong beat-reporting perspective.
Guest lineup and back-and-forth dynamics are engaging and informative.
Production value and guest access are consistently praised by listeners.
Fans appreciate the balance of data-driven takes and fan-energy banter.
Shows consistently keep the focus on OKC Thunder and related league context.

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Season Preview Pod
Q: How about the Thunder win total? Let me give you an over-under. And I'm going to take that at 61 and a half wins. The Thunder gets 62, or will they be less than 62 wins this season?
Rahbar predicts 60 wins, just below the 61.5-win line, citing the difficulty of winning 60 or more games for three consecutive seasons, fewer easy wins against tanking teams, and the Thunder's lost depth.
Season Preview Pod
Q: There is the open question of who is going to be that fifth starter. Is it going to be Cason? Is it going to be AJ? What's your prediction?
Rahbar expects Cason Wallace to start because his perimeter defense fits the role the Thunder have historically assigned to that position, and Wallace has often started when the lineup has had an opening.
The McCain Game
Q: What stood out most from Jared McCain's performance tonight?
McCain looked fearless, hit timely shots, and made several plays under pressure, effectively stepping into a larger role and proving he can handle playoff-level defense and decision-making.
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Q: Should the NBA season be shortened?
They should, but there's a 0% chance of that happening because nobody wants to give up the money.
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Q: Do you think that we'll start to see JDub's minutes increase before the break?
I think that they're going to side towards caution, probably keep it a little bit limited.

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What is The Daily Thunder Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show provides in-depth, on-the-ground Oklahoma City Thunder analysis from a rotating duo of beat reporters and contributors. Across recent episodes, the conversations center on roster moves, contract structures, salary cap implications, and draft outcomes, with a strong emphasis on how strategic front-office decisions affect player development and team trajectory. The dynamic often blends practical game and roster insights with fan-friendly banter, guest perspectives, and light moments from the Thunder world. A notable strength is its mix of insider access, candid front-office talk, and a clear passion for OKC Thunder, making it especially valuable for listeners who want timely, tactical takes and scouting-level nuance.

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