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Thunder Buddies

The Oklahoman
Oklahoma City Thunder
Chet Holmgren
NBA
Jalen Williams
Los Angeles Lakers
Isaiah Joe
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Josh Giddey
Aaron Wiggins
Denver Nuggets
AJ Mitchell
Houston Rockets
Victor Wembanyama
San Antonio Spurs
Minnesota Timberwolves
Isaiah Hardenstein
Ousmane Jang
Shea Gilders-Alexander
OKC Thunder
Phoenix Suns

Game-by-game discussion on the Oklahoma City Thunder from The Oklahoman sports staff.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes100Founded13 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez and Joe Mussatto recap OKC’s sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in the latest episode of the Thunder Buddies podcast.

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The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez and Joe Mussatto give their predictions for OKC’s second-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers in the latest episode of the Thunder Buddies podcast.

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The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez, Joe Mussatto and Jordan Davis give their predictions for every round of the NBA Playoffs in the latest episode of the Thunder Buddies Podcast.

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Justin Martinez and Joe Mussatto give their picks for every NBA award in the latest episode of the Thunder Buddies podcast.

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Joe Mussatto
Columnist covering Oklahoma City Thunder
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Episode: Thunder Buddies podcast: How long will OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continue historic 20-point streak?
Jordan Davis
High school reporter who also covers OKC Thunder
The Oklahoman
Episode: Thunder Buddies Podcast: Will OKC win NBA Cup title? Predictions for each round

Hosts

Justin Martinez
Host of Thunder Buddies podcasts; Thunder coverage for The Oklahoman
Joe Mussatto
Columnist; co-host and Thunder Buddies contributor
Jenni Carlson
Columnist at The Oklahoman; contributor to Thunder Buddies discussions

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 357 ratings
  • The former beat wasn’t a good hire

    I’m so glad Thunder Buddies is back after off the hook for the past one year with the former beat writer, whom every fan could tell had no attachment with this team and city, only took Oklahoman as a shortstop of transition. His lacking of podcast skill was the main reason that Thunder Buddies had failed delivering for nearly one year.

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    Thunder fan 4 review
    United States7 months ago
  • Great work guys!

    I’m really enjoying Joel and Joe!

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    5
    254fannypack
    United States2 years ago
  • Solid Thunder content

    Michael does a fantastic job running the pod. Definitely a top listen for Thunder content!

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    5
    C_hows
    United States3 years ago
  • Great

    Great Pod. Some of us are new NBA fans. Feel free to explain some of the technicalities of trading. Thunder Up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Collingwood3800
    Australia3 years ago
  • Improvement!

    I’ve been a loyal listener for years and have seen many come and go. I like Michael leading the podcast, I like Joe’s take, but I think he’s even more comfortable having Michael lead. I like where this is going!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kmb102600
    United States3 years ago

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Some episodes draw critique toward vocal delivery styles or bias, but fans often defend the hosts for being insightful and entertaining.
Listeners praise informed, candid analysis and strong on-air chemistry between hosts, with many noting high knowledge of the Thunder and NBA.
Audio quality and production occasionally cited as an area for improvement, alongside requests for more balanced or varied topics.

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What should Sam Presti, OKC Thunder do at NBA trade deadline?
Q: How do you feel they should be approaching this upcoming trade deadline?
I think they should prioritize smaller moves and focus on regaining health for key players rather than making a big splash.
Thunder Buddies podcast: Concern meters during OKC’s rough stretch
Q: What do you want to see out of this group? What are some of the main things that you want to see change?
Joe wants to see a return to Thunder's defensive style of play and consistency in their approach.

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Two veteran Oklahoma sports writers break down the Oklahoma City Thunder with game-by-game analysis, deep dives into player performances, and playoff scenarios. Episodes frequently cover award races, injury impact, trades, and lineup decisions, often pairing quick-fire banter with data-driven takes. A recurring strength is clear, informed discourse on the team's trajectory, rivalries, and broader NBA context, along with guest appearances that widen the perspective. Noteworthy is the mix of strong analytics and accessible commentary, plus occasional insider context from The Oklahoman staff that can help listeners understand implications beyond box scores.

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