The Athletic NBA Daily Thunder Finals Appearance + Offseason Primer with Sam Amick | Slam N Jam
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May 31, 2025 Sam Amick, a seasoned staff writer at The Athletic with extensive experience covering the NBA, joins the conversation to unpack the Thunder's surprising NBA Finals run. He discusses whether other teams are now wary of them and delves into the Timberwolves' future. The conversation then shifts to the offseason, with insights on potential moves involving stars like Giannis and Kevin Durant, and the Celtics' and Rockets' strategies. The episode wraps up with a spirited trivia challenge between Amick and Andrew, bringing some fun to the analysis.
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Thunder's Championship Potential
- The OKC Thunder should win the NBA championship soon given their talent, coaching, and program.
- Their competitive culture and camaraderie have a positive impact on their playoff success.
Denver's Depth Is Key Concern
- Denver Nuggets showed both competitive ability and depth concerns in their series against OKC.
- Injuries to key players like MPJ affected their chances to advance further.
Thunder Command League Respect
- NBA teams now view Oklahoma City Thunder with real fear after their playoff performances.
- Their defense and depth, including star players, create a fear factor in the league.