# REACTING to Your HOT TAKES on OKC Thunder | WHO Should Start?!

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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: 2026-08-26T22:13:15+00:00
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## Resource

Oklahoma City Thunder fans bring the heat with bold predictions—could this be the best Thunder postseason yet? Rylan Stiles breaks down listener hot takes on OKC Thunder's starting lineup, potential record-breaking efficiency, and the wild suggestion of swapping Chet Holmgren for Karl-Anthony Towns. Is Thomas Sorber a dark horse for Rookie of the Year, or is Bennett Sturtz the Thunder rookie to watch for All-Rookie honors? Core discussion covers how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Holmgren's health could launch Oklahoma City into historic territory, and what the loss of key depth pieces means for regular season dominance. Ryland Stiles examines the impact of new arrivals like Jared McCain, Cason Wallace, and Alex Caruso, plus the potential for playoff minutes from surprising contributors like Otega Oweh. Can Mark Daigneault's adaptive coaching keep the Thunder’s title hopes alive?

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