OKC Thunder Season Comes to Disappointing End. Off-Season Expectations
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The Foxx Den Sports Podcast discusses the Oklahoma City Thunder's season and their disappointing playoff exit. They reflect on the team's success and the valuable experience gained. They analyze the controversial foul call in the final moments of the series and express frustration with officiating. The conversation then shifts to potential roster moves and the players they would be willing to trade for. They discuss Mikal Bridges, Jared Allen, and Lauri Markkanen as potential acquisitions. In this conversation, Gannon and Todd discuss potential trades and acquisitions for the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team. They explore the idea of trading for CJ McCollum, discussing his shooting ability and fit within the team's system. They also discuss the possibility of blowing up the team and rebuilding for the future. The conversation then shifts to the performance of Gordon Hayward and Josh Giddey, with Gannon expressing disappointment in Hayward's lack of playing time and Giddey's potential as a solid role player. They also discuss the perception of trading with Sam Presti, the Thunder's general manager, and the potential of Kevin Durant returning to the team. The conversation concludes with a discussion on dating someone who shares the same passion for sports.
Takeaways
The Thunder had a successful season, but their playoff exit was disappointing.
The controversial foul call in the final moments of the series frustrated the hosts.
They discuss potential roster moves and players they would be willing to trade for.
Mikal Bridges, Jared Allen, and Lauri Markkanen are mentioned as potential acquisitions. The potential acquisition of CJ McCollum could greatly benefit the Oklahoma City Thunder, as he is a skilled shooter and would fit well within the team's system.
Blowing up the team and rebuilding for the future could be a viable option for the Thunder, as it would allow them to acquire an incredible player that fits their system.
Gordon Hayward's lack of playing time and Josh Giddey's potential as a solid role player are discussed, with disappointment expressed in Hayward's performance.
There may be hesitation from other teams to trade with Sam Presti, the Thunder's general manager, due to his track record of successful trades and acquisitions.
The possibility of Kevin Durant returning to the Thunder is explored, with differing opinions on whether it would be a beneficial move for the team.
The hosts discuss the preference of dating someone who shares the same passion for sports, with one host expressing a strong preference for a partner who is equally passionate about sports.
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