The Zach Lowe Show The Thunder Win in Seven: Their Place in History and a Look at Their Future. Plus, Haliburton’s Injury, Durant’s Trade, and More With Rob Mahoney.
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Jun 23, 2025 
Rob Mahoney, an NBA writer and analyst, brings his insights to the table as he delves into the Oklahoma City Thunder's championship victory. They discuss the significant impact of Tyrese Haliburton's injury on the Pacers and how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's performance shines in the Finals. Expectations for the Thunder's future growth and the strategic implications of Kevin Durant's trade are highlighted, drawing connections between team dynamics and NBA history. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on roster construction and the physical demands of modern basketball.
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Thunder's Historic Rebuild
- The Thunder's rebuild is possibly the greatest in pro sports with astute drafting and player development.
- Their defense is historically elite, and their young core shows immense promise.
Thunder's Defensive Dominance
- The Thunder's defense is arguably the greatest of the modern NBA era.
- Their ability to solve defensive challenges made them the hardest postseason puzzle.
Finals Marred by Halliburton Injury
- The NBA Finals feel incomplete due to Tyrese Halliburton's injury robbing fans of a full competitive experience.
- The injury shadows the Pacers' historic playoff run despite no asterisk on the Thunder's title.