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.

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) controls the ball against San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie (30) in the fourth quarter during game seven of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Indiana Pacers in the team's fourth preseason tilt on the second night of a back-to-back. Here is what to watch for in that game.

Oct 6, 2026; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Bennett Stirtz (14) stands during free throws against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Bennet Stirtz in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, already the Iowa product is making his potential known.

Oct 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) gestures after a basket against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half of a preseason game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder's offensive success could be defined by this Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stat.

May 28, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) 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 are taking on the Milwaukee Bucks in the second preseason game for the team with its regular roster back.

Oct 6, 2026; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) watches the team play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder should see its regular rotation return to the floor in the second preseason game of the season.

Oct 6, 2026; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Bennett Stirtz (14) stands with his team between plays during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are 0-1 in the preseason but the player grades are in for the Thunder's opener.

Oct 6, 2026; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Aday Mara sits on the bench before a preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder saw an impressive debut in the preseason by rookie big man Aday Mara.

Oct 6, 2026; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain warms up before a preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are revealing the starting lineup against the New Orleans Pelicans for the team's preseason opener.

Sep 28, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain (3) poses for a photo during Oklahoma City Thunder Media Day at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Imagesd

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The Oklahoma City Thunder begin the preseason on Tuesday in Tulsa against the New Orleans Pelicans. Here is what to watch for.

Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault 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 head back to Tulsa for its preseason opener with great pride for what it means to this entire state.

Sep 28, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Isaiah Hartenstein (55), guard/forward Kenrich Williams (34), Head Coach Mark Daigneault, guard Cason Wallace (22), guard Alex Caruso (9) and forward Jaylin Williams (6) pose for a photo during Oklahoma City Thunder Media Day at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are playing in five NBA Preseason games, four of them are in the midst of back-to-back sets. Why are the OKC Thunder playing so many back-to-backs in the preseason? Mark Daigneault explains.

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Oklahoma City Thunder teammates are continuing to praise Jared McCain as 2026-27 regular season roles near.

Rylan Stiles

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

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OKC Thunder Player Grades From Preseason Opener vs. Pelicans

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OKC Thunder Announce Starting Lineup vs. Pelicans in Preseason Opener

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OKC Thunder Head Back To Tulsa with Pride for Preseason Opener

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OKC Thunder Teammates Continue to Praise Jared McCain