# OKC Thunder Summer League Lessons | Way too Early NBA Season Predictions

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Podcast: [Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-thunder-daily-podcast-on-the-oklahoma-city-thunder-620343)
Published: 2026-07-10T00:02:57+00:00
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## Resource

Oklahoma City Thunder rookies turn heads in NBA Summer League action—is this the strongest rookie class in years? Rylan Stiles and Justin Martinez break down standout performances from Aday Mara, Bennett Sturtz, and Josh Dix, highlighting Mara’s passing vision, Sturtz’s shooting upside, and the defensive tenacity of Ortega Away. Insights from Salt Lake City reveal how summer league roles differ from regular season expectations and why fans shouldn’t overreact to early results. The hosts offer bold, way-too-early predictions for the Thunder’s 2024-25 season, debating the starting lineup, the importance of Lu Dort’s defense, and how Isaiah Hartenstein and Ajay Mitchell could elevate OKC’s offense. The conversation also shifts league-wide: which NBA teams improved or regressed most during the offseason, and where does LeBron James’ next move leave the title picture? Get expert analysis and insider anecdotes from press conferences, practices, and beyond.

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