OKC Thunder HOT TAKES For 2025-26 NBA SEASON

Thunder's All-Star Aspirations: Can Holmgren Shock the NBA?

Oklahoma City Thunder's Chet Holmgren eyes All-Star status in his rookie season. Host Rylan Stiles and guest Michael Martin break down OKC's evolving lineup strategies, Isaiah Joe's potential breakout year, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's quest for the elusive 50-40-90 club. The discussion spans league-wide hot takes, including bold predictions for Victor Wembanyama's rookie campaign and the race for MVP. From the Thunder's playoff hopes to the Dallas Mavericks' postseason prospects, this analysis covers it all.

Tune in for insider perspectives on the Thunder's path to success and how the NBA landscape might shift in the upcoming season.

0:00 Intro: NBA hot takes in July

5:07 Isaiah Joe's potential breakout season

11:20 Thunder getting four all-defensive team players

16:39 Marcus Smart's best three-point shooting season

24:20 First American-born MVP since 2017

30:00 Dallas Mavericks winning a playoff series

34:44 Washington Wizards making the play-in tournament

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