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The Daily Thunder Podcast

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 authentic voice of Thunder fans loud, fun, and independent.

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00:32:15

Finally Beating the Spurs

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2026/01/15

Ryan Woods and Brandon Rahbar dive deep on the Spurs victory. What changed to lead to a Thunder win?Is San Antonio still a postseason matchup concern? Can the Thunder be this good if Jalen Williams' wrist isn't right?And more!

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00:53:18

The Thunder Slump: What's Behind the Thunder's...

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2026/01/07

On this week's episode, host John Napier, Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar, and Daily Thunder contributor Ryan Woods dive deep into what's behind the Thunder's slump--is it shooting variance, working Jalen Williams back into form, the defense, or something else? Listen in to find out.

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00:53:24

Top 10 Thunder Moments of 2025

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/12/31

On this New Year's Eve edition, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar start by breaking down the Thunder's losses to the Spurs and examine whether San Antonio just has OKC's number. Then, after breaking down wins against the 76ers and Hawks, Brandon and John give their top 10 Thunder moments of 2025 (and boy, there were some great ones).

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00:45:46

The Christmas Show

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/12/23

In a very special holiday episode, we have a full panel with Brandon Rahbar, Cray Allred, Ryan Woods and host John Napier. The group dissects the Thunder's loss to the Wolves and the win against the Grizzlies. More importantly, the group gets in the Christmas spirit by giving some Thunder player some gifts this year. Then in even more fun, the panel recasts your favorite Thunder players in your favorite Christmas movies. Lastly, they preview the next two games against the Spurs.

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00:24:18

The Clippers, the Wolves, and the MVP Race

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/12/20

Ryan Woods and Brandon Rahbar discuss the recent play from SGA and the Thunder. The Clippers are what the French call les incompétents. Will the Wolves put up a fight? Is the MVP's Shai's to lose? That and more on an exciting week of OKC basketball.

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00:27:54

The Year of the Cup?

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/12/12

It's been a season full of sunshine. Ryan Woods and Brandon Rahbar dissect the team's recent electrifying performances, in an episode that AI suggested called for "Unstoppable Momentum: The Thunder's Journey to NBA Glory" as the title.Defense, depth, and dominanceWill the Thunder win the NBA Cup in Vegas?Measuring up to the 2015-26 WarriorsOusmane Dieng AlertAnd more!

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00:46:02

SGA is the best player in the NBA (aka simping for Shai)

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/12/03

On this week's show, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar recap yet another unbeaten week of basketball for the defending champs and also discuss:Is Shai under the radar?The rotation with so much depthThat Rich Paul quote about OKCA look at the week aheadAnd more!

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00:41:03

A Very Thunder Thanksgiving

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/11/26

On this week's show, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer recap the dominant last week of Thunder basketball, preview the games ahead, and also cover:It's time to put the free throw narrative to bed, for goodIs the story about OKC being a market with "nothing to do" a media fabrication?Reason for Thunder fans to be thankful

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00:48:09

The One Where We Give Chet Holmgren Some Love

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/11/19

On this week's pod, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar are joined by beat reporter Michael Martin. It was another winning week of Thunder basketball, and the trio get into:OKC's demolishment of the LakersWins over the Hornets and PelsChet Holmgren's stellar playThe Thunder draft capitalA look at the week ahead

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00:45:47

Has Isaiah Hartenstein Made Himself a Keeper?

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/11/12

On this week's show, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer run through the highlights of the last 3 Thunder games, discuss how OKC could approach Isaiah Hartenstein's contract next season, previewing tonight's Thunder-Lakers game, and a larger lookahead.

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00:39:29

Isaiah Joe's Hot Right Now

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/11/06

Ryan Woods is back on the mic hosting the pod, alongside Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar. On the show this week, Ryan and Brandon gush about Isaiah Joe's immediate impact now that he's back healthy, discuss how good this team is so far despite the injuries, and take a closer look the results from this last week.

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00:48:08

Ajay, Aaron, and a 5-0 Start

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/10/29

On this week's show, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar look back at the first 5 games to start the season, give it up to Ajay Mitchell and Aaron Wiggins for their hot starts, examine what's going on with Shai's free throw attempts, and talk when the Thunder might be back to full health.

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00:47:18

2025-26 Season Preview: Defending the Title

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/10/19

After the shortest Thunder offseason in history, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar are back to preview OKC's title defending season. Listen in as the pair discuss:Is Shai still underrated?Who else from the Thunder could win some awards?Brandon's playoff picks and championship picksPredicting the Thunder's recordStarting 5 and Loud City docuseriesAnd more...

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00:47:33

The Thunder's Top 10 Free Agent Pick-ups

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/09/10

On this week's show, along with host John Napier, Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar runs through his list of the Thunder's top 10 best free agent acquisitions. Plus, the duo discuss whether Russ comes back to the Thunder, Josh Giddey's big pay day, the Kawhi Leonard scandal, and the Thomas Sorber injury.

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00:46:08

The Top 10 Draft Picks in Thunder History

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/08/27

On this week's show, Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar walks host John Napier through his top 10 draft picks in Thunder history, and boy were there some surprises. You won't believe who's number 2 on the list, and who wasn't on the list at all. Plus, the pair discuss the biggest offseason acquisitions in the NBA.

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00:51:06

Thunder Salary Cap Considerations: How Long Can OKC...

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/08/13

On this week's show, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar break down the Thunder's long-term salary cap situation after the three big extensions to SGA, JDub, and Chet, and whether the team can stay a contender for future years. The pair also discuss:The National TV games announced so farKD's tweetsAlex Caruso's weddingBrandon's NBA power rankings

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00:49:48

Revisiting Brandon's Preseason Predictions

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/07/23

In this episode, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar talk extensions for JDub and Chet, the unveiling of the renderings for the new OKC arena, noteworthy performances in summer league. To close out the show, Brandon and John walk through each of Brandon's 25 Statements Made with Extreme Confidence made before the 2024-25 season.

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00:50:05

SGA Extension, Draft Analysis, and Early Offseason...

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/07/02

On the first pod of the offseason, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar get into a busy first week of the offseason and discuss:Presti's Post-Season PresserJ-Dub's wrist injurySGA's massive contract extensionDraft thoughtsExtensions for Dub, Chet, and othersHow the West keeps getting stronger

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00:46:20

The Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA Champions

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/06/24

THE CHAMPIONSHIP EPISODE!In the final episode of the 2024-25 NBA season, host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer recount the Thunder's Game 7 win over the Indiana Pacers to take the NBA Championship. In addition, with the draft on June 25, Brandon gives his thoughts on just who the Thunder may be targeting with its two first round picks.

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00:42:19

Get Ready for Game 7

The Daily Thunder Podcast ·

2025/06/21

It all comes down to this. Host John Napier and Daily Thunder beat writer Brandon Rahbar recap the disappointing Game 6 blowout before turning their attention to preview an epic Game 7 clash. Brandon gives his thoughts on the potential rotations, x-factors, and how the home court edge is so critical. To close, John and Brandon discuss what a championship would mean to Oklahoma City.

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