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Did one bad Game 7 suddenly turn Chet Holmgren into a $240 million mistake?In this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher pushes back against the growing wave of criticism directed at Holmgren after the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder fell to the San Antonio Spurs in seven games. Ric explains why Holmgren's struggles were predictable, why comparing him to Victor Wembanyama misses the point, and why media calls for OKC to trade him reveal more about today's hot-take culture than Holmgren's future.Drawing on conversations with Mark Few and Larry Suggs while researching The Value of Being Coachable, Ric explains why Holmgren's track record suggests this playoff disappointment could become the foundation for future growth rather than evidence of failure.Time Stamps00:00 – Why the media reaction to Chet Holmgren feels more like bullying than analysis 02:35 – The dangerous rise of hot-take culture in NBA coverage 04:08 – Why Holmgren's disappointing Game 7 wasn't a surprise 05:05 – The difference between players who learn and players who repeat mistakes 06:20 – Why OKC's investment in Holmgren still makes sense 08:00 – Understanding Holmgren's role in the Thunder offense 10:00 – Why Sam Presti isn't panicking 10:35 – The childhood story that explains who Chet Holmgren really is 12:25 – Why trade proposals involving Holmgren are absurd 13:20 – The hidden challenge of defending an NBA championship 14:40 – Great players who suffered playoff failures before breaking through 17:05 – Why Holmgren isn't built to be a volume scorer 19:40 – The Victor Wembanyama factor nobody is discussing 21:30 – What Holmgren's future really looks like after this setback#NBA #ChetHolmgren #Thunder #OKCThunder #VictorWembanyama #Spurs #NBAPlayoffs #SamPresti #ShaiGilgeousAlexander #OnTheBall #RicBucher #UnitedWeCastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailWe break down why the Cavaliers getting swept in the Eastern Conference Finals is a loud warning sign, even with Donovan Mitchell putting up solid numbers. We also argue the Thunder should stay patient after a close Game 7 loss to the Spurs, while putting real pressure on Chet Holmgren to show up in big moments. • Cavs blowing Game 1 and what a sweep reveals about playoff readiness • Why Donovan Mitchell's ceiling looks like a second option on a title team • James Harden's underperformance and the contract expectations tied to it • Evan Mobley's development timeline plus free-throw and rim protection needs • Cleveland's small forward hole and why it keeps showing up in the playoffs • Run it back vs trade ideas for Cleveland including wing upgrades • Thunder context after losing to Wembanyama and the Spurs in seven games • Why the SGA “flopping” label misses the point • Chet Holmgren's postseason drop and what OKC needs from him • Jalen Williams availability concerns and how injuries shape the evaluation • Luxury tax questions plus whether OKC needs more forwards • Why OKC can still win a title within three seasons Please make sure to hit that like and subscribe button. Comment tell anyone who's anyone about the show.Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

The Oklahoma City Thunder are sitting at 63 wins… but somehow this team still feels UNDERVALUED.In this episode of the Foxx Den Sports Podcast, Todd Foxx, Kellen, and Clay break down the Thunder's dominant 2026 NBA season, compare it to last year's championship run, and debate whether OKC is actually BETTER this year despite injuries to key players like J-Dub and Shai.We dive into:Thunder vs Western Conference competitionPlayoff matchups (Lakers, Rockets, Spurs & more)Why OKC is a nightmare matchup for teams like the LakersChet Holmgren vs Victor Wembanyama DPOY debateBench depth and who plays crunch time minutesShai Gilgeous-Alexander MVP + scoring title outlookBiggest threats to a Thunder repeatPlus: fun rapid-fire questions, hot takes, and sports debates you don't want to miss.If you're an OKC Thunder fan, NBA fan, or just love real, unfiltered sports talk — this episode is for you.

The Dallas Mavericks' season hasn't gone as planned — but it may be laying the foundation for something bigger. On this episode of Hoopsology, we're joined by Mike Curtis, Dallas Mavericks beat writer for The Dallas Morning News, for a deep dive into a turbulent season defined by injuries, unexpected development, and the emergence of Cooper Flagg as the franchise's future. Mike breaks down: Why this season became a “tale of unfortunate events” How injuries to Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, Derrick Lively, and others derailed momentum Cooper Flagg's rapid development and why he already looks ahead of schedule Jason Kidd's coaching approach and why putting Flagg in uncomfortable roles mattered What Flagg truly represents to a fanbase still processing the Luka Dončić trade How Mavericks fans feel nearly one year after Luka's shocking departure Whether Dallas should prioritize development, draft position, or a late playoff push The roadmap for the Mavericks heading into the trade deadline and beyond We also zoom out to the Western Conference, discussing: Why OKC remains the team to beat San Antonio's rise behind Victor Wembanyama Denver's staying power even without Jokic Where the Lakers fit with Luka Dončić and LeBron James This conversation goes beyond wins and losses — it's about identity, patience, and rebuilding in real time while navigating one of the most dramatic transitions any NBA franchise has faced.

Welcome back to On The Ball with Ric Bucher on the United Wecast Network.In this episode, Ric dives deep into why calling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a “free-throw merchant” is one of the dumbest narratives in the league right now — and how it's overshadowing a potentially historic season from both SGA and the 23–1 Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Kevin O'Connor reacts to the Oklahoma City Thunder's dominant win against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Is SGA's grifting really as big of a deal as it's made out to be? Or is a poor shooting effort from the Wolves more to blame for the lopsided box score? Plus, later in the episode, Kevin is joined by NBA Draft prospect Tre Johnson to break down his current game and how he expects to fit in the NBA. (0:30) OKC beats Minnesota in Game 1(0:41) Is SGA's grifting a big deal?(4:03) Shocking shooting differential from Game 1(6:57) Thunder's depth advantage vs. Wolves(8:39) Why OKC's depth will win them this series(13:23) Tre Johnson joins the show

This episode was taken from BettingPros' Fast Break Bets Podcast, hosted by Terrell Furman Jr.Another Fast Break Bets episode, and Terrell Furman Jr. is on a hot streak! Coming off a sweep, we break down tonight's NBA slate, focusing on the Atlanta Hawks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder matchup and a key player prop featuring Nikola Jokić.Timestamps:

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The Josh Giddey effect. Why OKC is a must destination for Aussies.

(0:40-14:20)- Robert breaks down last night's NBA draft lottery. Why OKC may have been a bigger loser than ORL. There is not a top 4 tier, its a top 1. HOU avoid catastrophe. Break down top draft prospects. What exactly is the IGNITE G-League team and why do they have 2 players in the top 5? Cunningham v Suggs and Mobley ...And more ! (14:20-22:00)- Robert breaks down the wild WCF game 2. Why Paul George isn't to blame. Most exciting playoff game in years. Brutal calls down the stretch, improbable last play... and more !

Open Run Episode #148 Jusblaze from the Above the Rim podcast steps inside the gym, and discusses why Harden needs to get out of the 1st round. Why OKC will upset HOU. And his personal 1st team all NBA bubble team. 1st Team All NBA Bubble #Open148 Support the network by paying your laugh tax or becoming a  premium subscriber HERE Get Show merch here: MERCH Follow us at: Twitter Instagram

Open Run Episode #148 Jusblaze from the Above the Rim podcast steps inside the gym, and discusses why Harden needs to get out of the 1st round. Why OKC will upset HOU. And his personal 1st team all NBA bubble team. 1st Team All NBA Bubble #Open148 Support the network by paying your laugh tax or becoming a  premium subscriber HERE Get Show merch here: MERCH Follow us at: Twitter Instagram

Open Run Episode #148 Jusblaze from the Above the Rim podcast steps inside the gym, and discusses why Harden needs to get out of the 1st round. Why OKC will upset HOU. And his personal 1st team all NBA bubble team. 1st Team All NBA Bubble #Open148 Support the network by paying your laugh tax […]

Brady and Madysson are back once again! Madysson's reaction to the Russ/CP3 trade. Why OKC needs to keep Chris until at least December. Steven Adams' value with OKC. A potential CP3/Milwaukee trade?!?! Whaaa?

How and why to invest in OKC market. Here are the topics covered: 1) Why business owner/entrepreneur? 2) Lessons learned 3) Why OKC market? To connect with Alyssa, visit https://table.investments/

 Segment 1:  Vegas Agrees with me that the Thunder will be better next season.  Why OKC will still finish behind the Rockets. Congrats to Russ      Segment 2:   Bleacher report not impressed with the Dennis Schroeder trade.    Segment 3.  Tony Parker says benching was his idea  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's still much to be sorted out this NBA season, but that doesn't mean we can't start looking back.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start by looking at Suns-Celtics and Suns-Nuggets and what can be learned from those two high-profile matchups. Then, they explain five NBA stories that defined the 2023-24 season, including James Harden sacrificing, the Indiana Pacers coming and going, a potential lost season for the Milwaukee Bucks, the breakdown of the Detroit Pistons, and the surprise OKC Thunder.0:00: Intro Cold Open feat Ben Simmons6:31: Wide open NCAAW tourney16:45: Lessons from Celtics-Suns & Celtics-Nuggets31:52: Why James Harden worked in LAC43:23: Where MIL went wrong54:09: Why DET is so, so bad1:02:10: Why OKC was underrated1:06:50: Are the Pacers a flash in the pan?Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!