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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. 

Dec 3, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs forward Asa Newell (14) guards against an inbounds pass against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Stegeman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Spurs Find Perfect Fit Next to Victor Wembanyama In Mock Draft

The San Antonio Spurs are still in the midst of a rebuild, flushing out a roster around unicorn big man Victor Wembanyama. In the latest mock draft by NBA Draft expert Derek Parker, the Spurs came away with the perfect forward, Asa Newell.

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Dec 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) looks on against the Orlando Magic during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Jared McCain Continues to Thrive in Multiple Roles

The Philadelphia 76ers have continued to trot rookie Jared McCain out there in multiple roles. Off the bench on Sunday, McCain gave the team a lift in its big win.

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Dec 6, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (13) dribbles the ball against Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (34) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images
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Isaiah Collier Shakes Free Off Bench for Utah Jazz, Could Be Finding His Groove

The Utah Jazz saw Isaiah Collier post one of his best games as a rookie on Friday agianst the Portalnd Trail Blazers. Is Collier finding his stride?

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Tennessee guard Chaz Lanier (2) moves past Syracuse guard Lucas Taylor (3) during a college basketball game between Tennessee and Syracuse held at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024.
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Tennessee's Chaz Lanier Looks Every Part the NBA Prospect

The Tennessee Volunteers are off to an unblemished start to the season. The undefeated Vols will soon be the No. 1 ranked team in college basketball, in large part due to transfer Chaz Lanier.

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Nov 17, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) shoots during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Memphis Grizzlies Rookie Continues to Impress in Starting Lineup

The Memphis Grizzlies have nailed another second round pick. Grabbing Jaylen Wells who is dominating in the starting unit.

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Nov 28, 2024; Paradise Island, Bahamas, BHS; Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Arizona Wildcats in the Imperial Arena at the Atlantis Resort. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma Sooners Freshman Jeremiah Fears Stands Up to First Real Test

The Oklahoma Sooners have seen Jeremiah Fears come in a dominate the world of College Basketball, impressing in his first real test as a college hooper. Fears will quickly catch the eyes of the NBA Draft world.

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Nov 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) reacts after scoring during the second half against the New York Knicks at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images
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Charlotte Hornets Rookie Key in Narrow Loss to Knicks

The Charlotte Hornets saw rookie Tidjane Salaun post 14 points in the starting lineup to help keep the game close against the New York Knicks.

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Oct 9, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) rebounds during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Wizards Rookies Shine Against Indiana Pacers

The Washington Wizards fell to the Indiana Pacers on Sunday but two of their rookies from the 2024 NBA Draft class, Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George stood out in a big way.

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Nov 22, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) reacts to his three pointer against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Jared McCain Blossoming, Confident With Another 30 Point Game

The 76ers have needed Jared McCain to step up in a big way and has he ever. The Duke product is showing why he has a case for the Rookie of the Year honor. McCain has been electrifying including after the Nets game Friday where he again scored 30.

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Nov 21, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) reacts during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Spurs Rookie Stephon Castle Finding Stride in Rookie Season

The San Antonio Spurs have seen Stephon Castle find his stride during his rookie season in which the UCONN guard is scoring the ball more to capitalize on his elite defense.

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Nov 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) reacts after scoring against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz Rookie Center Lifting the Shorthanded Front Court Rotation

The Utah Jazz have continued to weather the storm without Walker Kessler in the fold causing rookie Kyle Filipowski to step up in a big way, even in their loss to the Sacramento Kings.

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Oct 15, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Oklahoma Sooners head coach Porter Moser talks with the media during SEC Media Days at Grand Bohemian Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma Sooners Guard Jeremiah Fears Worth NBA Draft Hype in Loaded Class

The Oklahoma Sooners are off to an unbeaten start in part due to 18-year-old reclassified guard Jeremiah Fears. The youngster is worthy of NBA Draft hype even in a loaded 2025 class.

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