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Who Must STEP UP For OKC Thunder | WILL OKC Thunder MAKE A TRADE?

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Who Must STEP UP For OKC Thunder | WILL OKC Thunder MAKE A TRADE?

Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder›
Jan 27, 202639:15

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Oklahoma City Thunder face mounting adversity as injuries threaten their grip on the Western Conference one seed. Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren continue to carry the load, or will key role players like Kenrich Williams, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins step up as the squad battles a grueling schedule ahead of the NBA All-Star break?

Rylan Stiles and Justin Martinez analyze the Thunder’s recent home losses, expanded roles for bench contributors, and the implications for postseason rotation depth. The episode explores trade deadline strategies, including potential moves with Ousane Dieng and the search for frontcourt insurance. With upcoming matchups against elite teams such as the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets, the hosts question whether OKC’s playoff positioning is at risk and which players are truly ready for big moments.

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