Nick Gallo catches up with Thunder rookies Cason Wallace and Keyontae Johnson to talk about their draft night experiences, the whirlwind of a weekend arriving in OKC and how their games will fit with the team. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

With the 2023 NBA Draft around the corner, the TBU crew provides a reminder of where the Thunder is drafting and breaks down the organizational process heading into Thursday. Also, Nick catches up with Ousmane Dieng to reflect on his draft night, progress during his rookie season and involvement in the community this past week. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

The star of the latest Thunder Films project "STEPS" and Oklahoma native, Derek Loccident, stops by the studio to talk about the project that premiered over the weekend at the deadCenter Film Festival, along with his experience in the making of the 17-minute piece. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder Vice President of Broadcasting & Corporate Communications Dan Mahoney stops by to talk about STEPS, the latest Thunder films project that will premiere at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 10 at Scissortail Park in OKC. “STEPS” provides an introspective view of the journey of Derek Loccident, a former University of Central Oklahoma and Westmoore High School football player whose left foot was severed in a train accident in 2018. Also, Paris and Nick provide a quick reminder of the Draft Lottery results as the 2023 NBA Draft nears. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Thunder radio announcer Matt Pinto joins Paris and Nick to look ahead at the NBA Draft Lottery that will take place Tuesday at 7 p.m. on ESPN. Also, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named to the All-NBA First Team for the first time in his career while Jalen Williams earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors. The crew reflects on the big seasons from Thunder duo. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to look back on the two Thunder play-in games as well as the season as a whole, SGA’s rise as a player and the progress shown from the Thunder rookies throughout the year. The TBU crew also reflects on Thunder Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti’s end-of-season press conference from Thursday. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works. 

Thunder play-by-play announcer Chris Fisher joins Paris and Nick to reflect on the regular season after 82 games, recap the play of the reserves in the win against Memphis on Sunday and preview the Thunder’s first play-in game against the New Orleans Pelicans coming up on Wednesday. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Paris and Nick are joined by TV analyst Michael Cage to talk about the importance of games down the stretch of the regular season as the Thunder continues its path of development while battling for a play-in spot. Also, the TBU crew reflects with Michael, a former player for the San Diego State Aztecs, on his Final Four experience in Houston as he witnessed his alma mater hit a buzzer-beater that sent the school to its first-ever National Championship appearance. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

Royce Young joins Paris and Nick to look back on  the recent road trip out west where the Thunder got wins over the Clippers and Blazers. The TBU crew also discusses the late-game defense from Lu Dort in the win over the Clippers and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl’s ability to stay ready and knock down shots when called upon. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.

A living-legend and pioneer, the Thunder celebrates Nancy Lieberman and her many contributions to the game in recognition of Women's History Month. Paris gathers personal stories and memories from Lady Magic, that not only shaped her career, but changed the landscape of the women's game today. The Thunder Basketball Universe is presented by COOP Ale Works.