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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. 

Nov 9, 2024; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Chaz Lanier (2) dribbles against Louisville Cardinals forward Noah Waterman (93) during the first half at KFC Yum! Center. Tennessee defeated Louisville 77-55. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images
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Tennessee Volunteers Veterans Show NBA Promise in Win Over Louisville

Chaz Lanier and Zakai Zeigler lifted the Tennessee Volunteers to a big win over Louisville in the Yum Center on Saturday, flashing NBA potential.

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Nov 1, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) during warm-up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Bronny James Assigned to Los Angeles Lakers G League Affiliate

The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned Bronny James to their NBA G League Affiliate the South Bay Lakers as the NBA G League season is right around the corner.

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Oct 30, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Jonathan Mogbo (2) looks up at the score board in a time out during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images
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Raptors Project Rookie Shows He is Ready Sooner Rather Than Later

The Toronto Raptors selected project forward Jonathan Mogbo with the No. 1 overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft and the high upside raw forward is proving to be a ready contributor in the league's first month.

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Oct 6, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Ron Holland II (00) dribbles in the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Detroit Pistons Rookie Creates a Spark in Mop Up Time

The Detroit Pistons rookie Ron Holland II created a spark off the bench for the Pistons in mop up time of their lopsided loss against the New York Knicks. This could spark his season.

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Oct 29, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) holds the ball while Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) defends during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz Rookie Shines in Blow Out Loss to San Antonio Spurs

The Utah Jazz started forward Kyle Filipowski against the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama and despite the blow out loss, the Duke product had a really good game that coudl spark his rookie campaign.

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Oct 26, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) drives the ball against Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) during the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
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Washington Wizards Rookie Impresses In Tough Matchup

The Washington Wizards saw Alex Sarr impress in a tough matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers and Evan Mobley.

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Oct 25, 2024; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Dajuan Harris Jr (3) drives in the second quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
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Veteran Kansas Jayhawks Guard Stands Out Against Arkansas

The Kansas Jayhawks and Arkansas Razorbacks played an exhibition game in Fayetteville Arkansas on Friday, which can best be discribed as sloppy. Though, the Jayhawks did see a vertan guard stand out in this contest.

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Oct 18, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) drives to the basket against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
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Bub Carrington Earns Start in NBA Debut, Avoids Injury Scare

The Washington Wizards got their season underway on Thursday as Carlton "Bub" Carrington earned hte start in his debut and avoided an injury scare.

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Jun 26, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Carlton Carrington arrives before the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Washington Wizards Rookie Receives High Praise From Teammate

The Washington Wizards selected Carlton "Bub" Carrington in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft. In training camp, he is already impressing his teammates, including fellow Pitt star.

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Oct 18, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) battles for a rebound against Utah Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz Rookie Fills Stat Sheet In Preseason Finale

The Utah Jazz selected Kyle Filipowski with the No. 32 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. The Duke big man could be the latest stat sheet stuffer down low for Will Hardy's team.

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Oct 15, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) gestures to a teammate after scoring against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter of their preseason game at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
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Lakers Rookie Wants to 'Keep Stacking Days' After Preseason Outburst

The NBA world watched in awe of Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht with his offensive outburst that produced 35 points off the purple and gold pine.

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Oct 13, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Trey Alexander (23) controls the ball in the fourth quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Denver Nuggets Rookie Shares Special Moment With NBA Legend

The Denver Nuggets have seen Trey Alexander and Russell Westbrook share a special bond during training camp which harkens back over a decade.

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