Rylan Stiles

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Rylan Stiles is a credentialed media member covering the Oklahoma City Thunder. He hosts the Locked On Thunder Podcast, and is Lead Beat Writer for Inside the Thunder. Rylan is also an award-winning play-by-play broadcaster for the Oklahoma Sports Network.

Sam Presti, Thunder General Manager, has his end-of-season media access, Monday, June 8, 2026.

The Oklahoma City Thunder team has been under the microscope of NBA fans, media and opposing teams with discourse reaching near toxic levels. Sam Presti dished on his feelings around the topic.

May 26, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain (3) reacts after a basket during the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in game five of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder saw General Manager Sam Presti express excitement about the future of Jared McCain with the Bricktown Ballers.

Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) against the Phoenix Suns during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder General Manager, Sam Presti, explained the process of Cason Wallace being eligible for an extension.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have plenty of options ahead for this offseason. Sam Presti dished on this topic at the exit interviews.

Thunder draft pick Chet Holmgren speaks beside OKC general manager Sam Presti on June 25 during a press conference.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder saw a disappointing end to Chet Holmgren's season in the Western Conference Finals. Though, Sam Presti still expresses a strong belief in the big man.

May 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hugs Oklahoma City Thunder executive vice president and general manager Sam Presti after their team defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in game five of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen Sam Presti stand up for his superstar in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as he fights against the narratives.

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) reacts in the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs during game seven of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are facing a tough decision on Lu Dort this summer. He opened up about his future with the team.

May 28, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Kenrich Williams (34) warms up before game six of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have a decision to make on Kenrich Williams. Should the Bricktown Ballers bring back the TCU product?

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The Oklahoma City Thunder should extend Cason Wallace this summer, but he is only focused on getting better.

May 28, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) warms up before the start of game six of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen exit interviews come and go, Isaiah Hartenstein was asked about his future with the club where he shared his thoughts.

Thunder general manager Sam Presti speaks during an introductory press conference for the 2024 Thunder draft picks at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center in Oklahoma City on Saturday, June, 29, 2024.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are zeroed in on the NBA Draft with plenty of options. They have a strong case to keep both picks.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have a ton of decisions to make this offseason, superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will leave the decisions to Sam Presti.

Rylan Stiles

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

How NBA Draft Lottery Reform Benefits OKC Thunder

Why Brayden Burries Makes Perfect Sense For OKC Thunder

Report: OKC Thunder Superstar Inks Deal With Nike

OKC Thunder Guard Undergoes Offseason Procedure

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OKC Thunder General Manager Examines Narratives Around Team

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OKC Thunder Saw Big Lift From Jared McCain, Sam Presti Excited About Future

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Sam Presti Details OKC Thunder Extension Process With Cason Wallace

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Sam Presti Dishes on Offseason Options for OKC Thunder

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Sam Presti Expresses Belief in OKC Thunder Big Man

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Sam Presti Stands Up for OKC Thunder Superstar Against Narratives

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Lu Dort Dishes on Future With OKC Thunder

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Should OKC Thunder Bring Back Kenrich Williams?

Cason Wallace Focused on 'Getting Better' Aimed Extension Eligibility

OKC Thunder Has Isaiah Hartenstein's Future 'In Their Hands' And Must Retain Him

Why OKC Thunder Would Benefit From Two First Round Picks in 2026 NBA Draft

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Will Leave OKC Thunder Offseason to Sam Presti