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• Podcast The Mismatch host · Report · Oct 23 around the league

  The Nuggets led through the first half. Late, SGA hit big shots, Holmgren blocked a dunk by Christian Braun, and Caruso threw a lob to Jalen Williams in transition.

  “The Return of Loves and Loathes. Plus: A Historic Thursday Night.” at 11:06 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Thunder · 4 points · Oct 23
  • The host says the fourth quarter started with Jalen Williams (J-Dub), McCain, Mitchell, Caruso and Aday Mara. at 5:58
  • Derek Parker: Derek Parker says Alex Caruso and Ajay Mitchell got hot in the second half. He thinks Daigneault pulled the right levers in searching for energy. at 7:20
  • Jaylin Williams came off the bench with 7 rebounds, battled Jokic, had a back-door assist to Alex Caruso, hit a catch-and-shoot three and threw a full-court pass to Holmgren. at 30:07
  • The hosts say OKC again held Nikola Jokic in check. One host credits defenders including 'J. That second idea is the host's speculation. at 9:02

  “SGA 20 Point Streak ENDS | OKC Thunder Hold Nikola Jokic in Check in Win” · listen ↗

• Podcast Gilbert Arenas, Gil's Arena · Analysis · Oct 22 around the league

  Gilbert Arenas (inferred) criticized OKC's small lineups, in which Shai plays alongside three of Caruso, Jared McCain and Cason Wallace. He argued those guards lack vertical athleticism, get outrebounded and give up second-chance points, and that this is why OKC loses leads.

  “Luka's Snowtime Lakers COOK GSW, Ant-Man & Lamelo WENT CRAZY vs MIA & AD Goes VINTAGE In D.C.! Part 1” at 42:09 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On NBA host · Analysis · Oct 22 around the league

  Luguentz Dort is apparently out for OKC; no reason was given. Matt says his absence didn't matter in the Spurs game but may matter more against Denver because Dort could switch onto Jokic. He adds it's still fine if Alex Caruso comes in.

  “Timberwolves SCARY Backcourt & Warriors Disastrous Start” at 28:40 · listen ↗

• Podcast Brian Windhorst, Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Report · Oct 21 around the league partly checked episode

  The Thunder used several bigs and wings on Wembanyama: Hartenstein, Holmgren, a little Alex Caruso, Aday Mara and Jalen Williams.

  “Full Opening Night Reaction - What Stars Made Major Statements?” at 44:12 · listen ↗

• Podcast Numbers on the Board host · Analysis · Oct 20 around the league

  A host lists OKC's main rotation as Shai, Jalen Williams, Chet, Hartenstein, Cason Wallace, Caruso, Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain. The hosts also note the roster is thin on wings.

  “The NBA Is Back! + We Draft Potential First Time All-Stars | Numbers On The Board” at 49:16 · listen ↗

• Podcast Rylan Stiles, Locked On Thunder · Analysis · Oct 22 name not confirmed

  Host on matchups: iHeart Isaiah Hartenstein has had the most success on Wemby, and they put Chet Holmgren on Wemby on Tuesday with success. Against Jokic, OKC has relied on J-Will, J-Dub and Caruso.

  “How OKC Thunder Can IMPROVE After Season Opening Win | Are Nuggets Still Contenders” at 26:27 · listen ↗

• Podcast Gil's Arena host · Opinion · Oct 22 around the league

  Gil doesn't like OKC's four-guard small ball. He says those guards (Caruso, Wallace, McCain, AJ) aren't athletic enough and give up offensive rebounds, which is when opponents tend to mount comebacks.

  “Bron's Sixers SPOIL Knicks Ring Night, SGA Humbles Wemby & PG's Celtics Debut Sets The Arena Off! Part 2” at 8:14 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Thunder · 2 points · Oct 21
  • Rylan Stiles: Alex Caruso finished plus-16 with 2 steals, 7 defensive rebounds and 9 points (3-of-4, 2-of-2 from three). at 27:11
  • Rylan Stiles: The Thunder won the rebounding battle 61-56 on effort rebounds, and the host says Caruso led the charge. at 27:25

  “What OKC Thunder's BIG WIN vs. Spurs Means | Aday Mara's Strong Debut | Ajay Mitchell Struggles” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On NBA · Report · Oct 21 wording unclear in audio around the league

  Kukiel said Alex Caruso hit two threes.

  “Thunder SWAT Down Spurs, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren Make Opening STATEMENT” at 8:25 · listen ↗

• Podcast Rylan Stiles, Locked On Thunder · Analysis · Oct 20

  The host doesn't think Hartenstein can match Wembanyama's minutes one-for-one, especially in the opener. Possible backup defenders he lists: Mara, J-Dub, Caruso or Chet.

  “OKC Thunder MUST WIN GAME vs Spurs” at 26:25 · listen ↗

• Podcast The Athletic NBA Daily host · Rumor · Oct 20 around the league

  A host guesses OKC will get out of the tax by season's end and that maybe two of Hartenstein, Caruso, Wallace or Ajay Mitchell get shipped out.

  “Final Considerations Ahead of NBA Opening Night” at 43:28 · listen ↗

• Podcast Mitch Johnson (quoted), via NBA Today · Quote · Oct 20 around the league

  Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said opponents guard the Spurs unusually: many teams put smaller players on Wembanyama to get under him and pressure him. In one clip, Holmgren guarded Champagnie and Caruso guarded Wembanyama.

  “Let the Games Begin!” at 26:30 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Thunder host · Opinion · Oct 19

  In the host's opinion, Wallace's contract is very movable. He thinks the same of Hartenstein's deal from this summer and of Caruso's contract.

  “BREAKING: Cason Wallace GETS PAID | Why Signing Him NOW was IMPORTANT for OKC Thunder” at 21:56 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On NBA · 3 points · Oct 19
  • Co-host: Wallace hasn't had a real chance at run because OKC's guard group was so crowded. Now he gets an opportunity alongside Alex Caruso. at 3:08
  • Co-host's opinion: Wallace and Caruso are probably the best defensive shooting-guard tandem in the sport, ahead of Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle. at 3:30
  • Danny: OKC's core is under contract long term. Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren are fully guaranteed through 2031. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a 2031 player option. Isaiah Hartenstein is guaranteed this year and next, then has a mutual option. Alex Caruso is signed through 2028-29. at 7:35

  “LOCKED IN: Oklahoma City Thunder Secure Cason Wallace Extension! | Who Will WIN Title?!” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Thunder · 2 points · Oct 13
  • SGA repeatedly played off the ball. He hit a corner three as a transition outlet after Jalen Williams brought the ball up, and on one inbound he immediately hit ahead to Caruso rather than bringing it up himself. at 4:33
  • The host doesn't think Caruso starting will become a trend. He projects Wallace for the open starting spot and thinks Caruso starts in preseason mainly to get his roughly 15 minutes in early. at 29:15

  “Evaluating Cason Wallace Preseason | OKC Thunder STARS look READY | Aday Mara Does It AGAIN” · listen ↗

• Podcast Justin Martinez, Locked On Thunder · Analysis · Oct 13

  Martinez says that even without Dort, OKC has elite point-of-attack options to throw at Jalen Brunson: Cason Wallace, Alex Caruso and Jalen Williams.

  “OKC Thunder X FACTORS To Watch For | Top Storylines | 2026-27 Season Preview Part 2” at 19:32 · listen ↗

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