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Rylan Stiles

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. 

From left: Chet Holmgren, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, coach Mark Daigneault, Luguentz Dort and Jalen Williams pose for a photo during Thunder media day Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, at Paycom Center.
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Stiles Points: Will the OKC Thunder Have Multiple All-Stars?

The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen Shai Gilgeous-Alexander solidify himself as an annual all-star but could Jalen Williams or Chet Holmgren join him? Can all three head to the mid-Winter classic in San Fran?

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Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault watches his team play against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Leaning on System To Combat Injuries

The Oklahoma City Thunder are leaning on their system to navigate early season injury bug according to Mark Daigneault.

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Oct 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) runs down the court after scoring against the Atlanta Hawks during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Ready to Embrace Being OKC Thunder Cornerstone

The Oklahoma City Thunder have built their franchise around superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and he has noticed. At practice on Sunday, Gilgeous-Alexander reflected on the chance to be that guy.

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Oct 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) gestures after scoring against the Atlanta Hawks during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Tab Rising Star Jalen Williams As Day-to-Day

The Oklahoma City Thunder returned to practice on Saturday where bench boss Mark Daigneault offered an injury update on rising star Jalen Williams.

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Oct 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) runs down the court after scoring against the Atlanta Hawks during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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OKC Thunder Have a Set Roster For 2024-25 NBA Season Opener

The Oklahoma City Thunder have a set roster for the 2024-25 NBA season after the signing of Alex Reese and the cut down dates exhibition ten pacts.

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Alex Reese is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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Thunder Add Front Court Piece After Isaiah Hartenstein Injury

The Oklahoma City Thunder have added Alex Reese to a non-guaranteed standard roster spot after recent injury to Isaiah Hartenstein who is sidelined for five-to-six weeks to begin the 2024-25 NBA season.

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Ousmane Dieng is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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Stiles Points: Now or Never For Former Thunder Lottery Pick

The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Ousmane Dieng in 2022 NBA Draft lottery, in what has been one of Sam Presti's best classes. Dieng will need to step up at the start of the season, or risk being left behind.

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Mar 29, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder mascot Rumble the Bison waves a giant flag during time out against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
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New Look TV Home For 2024-25 NBA Season In Order for OKC Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have a new TV home for the 2024-25 NBA season.

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Isaiah Hartenstein is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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Stiles Points: Should Thunder Fill Final Roster Spot After Recent Injury?

The Oklahoma City Thunder still have an open roster spot ahead of the 2024-25 season. With Isaiah Hartenstein sidelined to start the season, should the Thunder look to fill that void before the regular season?

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Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dillon Jones (3) runs down the court between plays against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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NBA Betting: Hawks Good Bet to Cover Against Thunder in Preseason Finale

The Oklahoma City Thunder will see their preseason wrap up with the Atlanta Hawks coming to town, who should be a good bet to cover.

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Isaiah Hartenstein is pictured during the Thunder media day at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.
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What Will OKC Thunder Do Without Isaiah Hartenstein?

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be without Isaiah Hartenstein for the start of the 2024-25 NBA Season. What will the Thunder look like without their front court depth?

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Oct 9, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) gestures after a play against the Houston Rockets during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Thunder Center Out Multiple Weeks

The OKC Thunder will see Isaiah Hartenstein miss significant time to start the season after suffering an injury in Denver.

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