Thunder Buddies

The Thunder added Gordon Hayward at the trade deadline Thursday. Beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto break down the deal. 

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto recap the Thunder's extended road trip and look back on the 2022 NBA Draft. Where would Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams go today?

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto grade the Thunder's top-eight rotation players through the halfway mark of the season. 

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto recap the Thunder's East Coast trip, talk Aaron Wiggins' value and discuss the Ringer's updated player rankings. 

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto recap the Thunder's loss in Atlanta and make some rest-of-season predictions for OKC

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto talk OKC's tough January schedule and ask the question: Do the Thunder need to make a trade? 

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto talk Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's game-winner in Denver, Chet Holmgren's place among rookie greats and where SGA ranks in the MVP race. 

Oklahoma City residents voted yes Tuesday night to fund a new downtown arena. Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto break down the vote, what it means and what happens next. They also discuss their favorite arenas in the NBA. 

Thunder beat writer Joel Lorenzi and columnist Joe Mussatto recap the Thunder's loss in Houston, Josh Giddey's ongoing struggles and what might change with OKC's guard rotation. 

Meet Joel Lorenzi, The Oklahoman's new Thunder beat writer. Joel and columnist Joe Mussatto talk Joel's background, his early Thunder thoughts, his reporting on Josh Giddey and more. 

After 95 incredibly fun podcasts, Michael Martin will be hosting his last Thunder Buddies podcast today. Michael explains what is going down, the timeline of events and what is up next for him. The Thunder Buddies: Joe Mussatto and Michael Martin then break down their most interesting storylines ahead of Sam Presti’s media availability and Thunder media day. Then to wrap things up on this chapter, Joe and Michael reminisce on the fun times they have had together over the past 9 months, some funny stories in a stroll down memory lane and last but not least a thank you to the listeners for supporting the show this year. Stay tuned for more information on the Thunder Buddies podcast going forward!   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars along with a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Joe Mussatto (Joe_Mussatto) Pro

You all had questions and we had answers! The Thunder Buddies: Joe Mussatto and Michael Martin have a special mailbag pod with questions from all of you great listeners. We discuss rotation staples, possible trades, Shai’s writing skills, best-case scenarios for next season and more!   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars along with a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Joe Mussatto (Joe_Mussatto) Producer: Michael Martin

Today the Thunder Buddies are joined by a familiar face under a new title! Joe Mussatto, now a sports columnist, is back on the pod with Michael Martin and ready to talk Thunder basketball. Kicking things off we discussed the new Thunder arena announcements/news that came out on Tuesday night, what it means and more. Then the Thunder Buddies give their final thoughts on FIBA Shai along with a historical comparison of SGA’s run to Kevin Durant’s play in the 2010 World Cup.   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars along with a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Joe Mussatto (Joe_Mussatto) Producer: Michael Martin

The Canadians made history this weekend lead by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as they beat Team USA for the bronze medal in FIBA basketball. This is the first FIBA medal for Canada ever and their first medal in men’s basketball since the 1936 Olympics. Michael Martin is riding solo on this bite-sized pod breaking down Shai’s FIBA performance, Team Canada’s win, how different players, coaches and media members have reacted to Shai’s recent play and finally Shai’s standing in the league and how it helps OKC to have already have a franchise star as they continue building this team.    For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars along with a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!  

While most Thunder fans were sound asleep, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort and Team Canada were in FIBA action against Serbia across the globe. The Canadians came up short, but Michael Martin and guest Rylan Stiles have all the info and breakdown from the game. Then we pivot to the future and preview Canada taking on Team USA for the bronze medal, how Shai matches up with Anthony Edwards, Shai on the big stage, what a win could mean for Canada and more!   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars along with a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Rylan Stiles (@Rylan_Stiles) Producer: Michael Martin

The 2018 NBA Draft battle is going overseas as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Team Canada will take on Luka Doncic and Team Slovenia. We have a short preview of the game and how they have matched up against each other in the NBA since Shai was traded to OKC. Next up is a really fun exercise of “Right team, wrong time” Thunder players. The Thunder Buddies: Joe Mussatto and Michael Martin go into the time machine and take different past and present Thunder players and drop them into teams before or after their OKC days. Will adding this player help OKC get over the top during the Russ/KD days? Will a new iteration of Thunder basketball help this player develop better? Is this player more fitted for the modern game? And more!   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars along with a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Joe M

The NBA is the sport that never sleeps. Earlier this week a rumor/report came out from an anonymous Western Conference executive claiming the Thunder are in the best position to go after Giannis if they want to. The Thunder Buddies: Joe Mussatto and Michael Martin break down the news, what it means, is it real and more. Then to celebrate the 15-year anniversary of the Thunder’s name reveal we ranked and drafted our top 15 Thunder players ever. Who is in your top 15?   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Joe Mussatto (@Joe_Mussatto) Producer: Michael Martin

We have real actual basketball to talk about! The FIBA World Cup is in group play. Team Canada was in action earlier this morning led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and even earlier Josh Giddey led the Boomers and Team Australia to a win over Japan. Then the Thunder Buddies: Joe Mussatto and Michael Martin fantasy draft FIBA players to build the best teams possible for international/FIBA basketball rules.   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Joe Mussatto (@Joe_Mussatto) Producer: Michael Martin

Today on the Thunder Buddies: Michael Martin, Derek Parker, Rylan Stiles and Clemente Almanza have assembled like Voltron to give out some wild and fun, “would you rather” Thunder questions going into the 2023-2024 season. A unique pod for sure where the four get into some fun questions and discuss some expectations for next season.   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars on Apple, Spotfiy or wherever you get your podcasts!   Host: Michael Martin (@MichaelOnSports) Analyst: Rylan Stiles (@Rylan_Stiles) Derek Parker (@DParkOK) Clemente Almanza (@CAlmanza1007) Producer: Michael Martin

Today on the Thunder Buddies: Michael Martin, Derek Parker, Rylan Stiles and Clemente Almanza have assembled like voltron to give out their best, “would you rather” Thunder questions going into the 2023-2024 season. A fun one for sure where the four get into some fun questions and discuss some expectations for next season.   For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter! Also make sure to rate the show 5 stars on Apple, Spotfiy or wherever you get your podcasts!