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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
7 NBA questions keeping me up at night: Finals, Draft & trade rumors with Nick Gallo & CP The Fanchise
Kevin O'Connor has 7 NBA questions keeping him up at night! He's joined by Nick Gallo to talk all things Oklahoma City Thunder and NBA Finals, and additionally CP The Fanchise stops by to talk about the New York Knicks dream season coming to an end. Let's start there: what should New York do first, get rid of Thibs or trade KAT? KOC's got an idea and it involves bringing in former NBA MVP Kevin Durant. Trade talk doesn't end there — Kevin rattles off his top 10 biggest names that could be moved this offseason, and that list includes the likes of Kawhi Leonard, Desmond Bane, Austin Reaves, Jaylen Brown and of course Giannis. And Kevin gets into the nuts and bolts of the NBA Finals matchup itself, AND still has time to hit the NBA Draft and specifically what on earth the Spurs could do at #2 with Dylan Harper. Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks reacts during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers in Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 21, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by) (Photo by) (0:46) Can Nembhard do to SGA what he did to Brunson? Advertisement (3:06) Will Pacers play zone defense? (5:49) Should Knicks trade KAT? (6:32) CP The Fanchise joins (24:00) Will an East team go from worst to first? (30:31) Which stars will be available for trade? (32:11) Should the Spurs take Dylan Harper? (34:46) Is OKC's dynasty about to begin? (35:08) Nick Gallo joins 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Oklahoma City's towel tornado tradition explained - How the Thunder soak their reporter in the NBA's weirdest celebration
Denver Nuggets at Oklahoma City Thunder (Image via Imagn). The Oklahoma City Thunder have become one of the NBA's most exciting teams, not just for their dominant play but for their quirky postgame celebrations. Their latest tradition—drowning sideline reporter Nick Gallo in a cascade of towels—has taken social media by storm, showcasing the team's youthful energy and camaraderie. How the OKC Thunder towel celebration works After a win, Thunder players gather around during postgame interviews with FanDuel Sports Network's Nick Gallo. As the interview wraps up, players bombard Gallo with towels, piling them on until he's nearly buried under the fabric. The chaotic yet lighthearted moment has become a signature celebration for the team. The tradition's exact origins are unclear, but Gallo has been a good sport, often playing along with the team's antics. Last season, he was part of their barking ritual, and now, the towel shower has become the new viral trend. The players behind the OKC Thunder's towel celebration The entire team gets involved, but key contributors include Aaron Wiggins, Jalen Williams, Jaylin Williams, and Luguentz Dort. Even MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined in, though he once jokingly scolded his teammates for going too far. After one particularly aggressive towel dump, Gilgeous-Alexander stepped in, saying, 'Y'all, you got to chill. I'm sorry Nick. The children, I'm so sorry' (H/t: Sporting News). Gallo, for his part, takes it in stride. He told ESPN's Malika Andrews that he stays focused on the interview, acknowledging how rare it is to win an NBA game. Why the OKC Thunder's towel celebration resonates with fans The Thunder's success has made the tradition even more fun to watch. With 68 regular-season wins—tying them for the fifth-most in NBA history—and a deep playoff run, the team has given fans plenty of reasons to celebrate. Their chemistry and playful nature make them one of the league's most likable squads. As long as the Thunder keep winning, expect more towel showers for Gallo—and more viral moments for fans to enjoy. Also read: Minnesota Timberwolves vs OKC Thunder final injury report for Western Conference Finals Game 4 - Is Julius Randle playing tonight? (May 26, 2025) The Thunder's towel celebration is more than just a silly postgame ritual—it's a reflection of a team that's winning, having fun, and embracing the moment. Whether they're burying Nick Gallo in towels or cracking jokes mid-interview, Oklahoma City's chemistry is undeniable. And with a roster this talented and this entertaining, the NBA world can't look away. So keep an eye on those postgame interviews—because as long as the Thunder keep piling up wins, the towel showers (and the laughs) aren't stopping anytime soon. Who knows? Maybe Gallo should start bringing a raincoat. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
The Independent
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
He can handle anything the Oklahoma City Thunder throw at him. He's sideline reporter Nick Gallo
There is someone who the Oklahoma City Thunder simply cannot stop. They simultaneously send multiple players — sometimes about half the roster, it seems — to try to derail him. They surround him. They talk over him. They put hats on him. They put jackets on him. They cover him with towels. Nothing works. He is Nick Gallo. He is the Thunder sideline reporter. And after Thunder victories, Gallo's on-court interviews with the player of the game have become must-see TV, simply because nobody knows what the team will do in an effort to playfully torture him next. 'I feel like I owe it to them to deliver the best of myself so they can have their moment," Gallo said. 'That's really kind of the place that I try to operate from. And I guess I've just gotten the reps now at stuff coming at me.' Let's be very clear here: The Thunder mean no harm. It's clear they adore Gallo, look at him as part of the team, and love that they can't get him to break. They've come out with T-shirts bearing his name and likeness. They've made him bark like a dog before they'll let him sign off. They come up behind him when he's talking and dust off his shoulders. They stacked so many towels on his head, neck and shoulders during one interview that NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous- Alexander finally had to intervene. 'Y'all gotta chill,' Gilgeous-Alexander said to his teammates, on air, mid-interview. 'I'm sorry, Nick.' There's no need to apologize. Gallo doesn't mind any of this. Just about every televised game — in just about every sport — has the 'walk-off' interview, where a sideline reporter will talk to a star player or the player of the game for a couple of minutes to get their instant, on-air feedback. (Networks almost always work with the team to request a certain player, and the team then gets them to the reporter quickly after the game.) When Chet Holmgren got to the Thunder, he didn't mind doing the walk-off interview when requested but insisted on having another teammate with him. And now, it's become just part of the Thunder DNA. When a guy talks, his teammates will be right there to support him and be part of the show. Gallo didn't set out to be a viral sensation. It just sort of happened. 'A lot of times in media, we talk about reporters trying to gain the trust of the players and often that feels like a one-way transaction," Gallo said. "But I really trust them to an incredible degree, and I hope that shows through. These guys are extremely trustworthy. And the fact that they've gone out of their way to include me in this is an incredible honor. I don't take that for granted at all.' ___ AP NBA:
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
He can handle anything the Oklahoma City Thunder throw at him. He's sideline reporter Nick Gallo
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams, left, puts towels on teammate forward Jalen Williams, right, and reporter Nick Gallo following Game 1 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) Reporter Nick Gallo, center, interviews Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) as forward Jaylin Williams, left, and teammates put towels on them following Game 1 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) Reporter Nick Gallo, center, interviews Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) as forward Jaylin Williams, left, and teammates put towels on them following Game 1 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams, left, puts towels on teammate forward Jalen Williams, right, and reporter Nick Gallo following Game 1 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) Reporter Nick Gallo, center, interviews Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) as forward Jaylin Williams, left, and teammates put towels on them following Game 1 of an NBA basketball Western Conference Finals playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) There is someone who the Oklahoma City Thunder simply cannot stop. They simultaneously send multiple players — sometimes about half the roster, it seems — to try to derail him. They surround him. They talk over him. They put hats on him. They put jackets on him. They cover him with towels. Nothing works. He is Nick Gallo. Advertisement He is the Thunder sideline reporter. And after Thunder victories, Gallo's on-court interviews with the player of the game have become must-see TV, simply because nobody knows what the team will do in an effort to playfully torture him next. 'I feel like I owe it to them to deliver the best of myself so they can have their moment," Gallo said. 'That's really kind of the place that I try to operate from. And I guess I've just gotten the reps now at stuff coming at me.' Let's be very clear here: The Thunder mean no harm. It's clear they adore Gallo, look at him as part of the team, and love that they can't get him to break. They've come out with T-shirts bearing his name and likeness. They've made him bark like a dog before they'll let him sign off. They come up behind him when he's talking and dust off his shoulders. They stacked so many towels on his head, neck and shoulders during one interview that NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finally had to intervene. Advertisement 'Y'all gotta chill,' Gilgeous-Alexander said to his teammates, on air, mid-interview. 'I'm sorry, Nick.' There's no need to apologize. Gallo doesn't mind any of this. Just about every televised game — in just about every sport — has the 'walk-off' interview, where a sideline reporter will talk to a star player or the player of the game for a couple of minutes to get their instant, on-air feedback. (Networks almost always work with the team to request a certain player, and the team then gets them to the reporter quickly after the game.) When Chet Holmgren got to the Thunder, he didn't mind doing the walk-off interview when requested but insisted on having another teammate with him. And now, it's become just part of the Thunder DNA. When a guy talks, his teammates will be right there to support him and be part of the show. Advertisement Gallo didn't set out to be a viral sensation. It just sort of happened. 'A lot of times in media, we talk about reporters trying to gain the trust of the players and often that feels like a one-way transaction," Gallo said. "But I really trust them to an incredible degree, and I hope that shows through. These guys are extremely trustworthy. And the fact that they've gone out of their way to include me in this is an incredible honor. I don't take that for granted at all.' ___ AP NBA:
Associated Press
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
He can handle anything the Oklahoma City Thunder throw at him. He's sideline reporter Nick Gallo
There is someone who the Oklahoma City Thunder simply cannot stop. They simultaneously send multiple players — sometimes about half the roster, it seems — to try to derail him. They surround him. They talk over him. They put hats on him. They put jackets on him. They cover him with towels. Nothing works. He is Nick Gallo. He is the Thunder sideline reporter. And after Thunder victories, Gallo's on-court interviews with the player of the game have become must-see TV, simply because nobody knows what the team will do in an effort to playfully torture him next. 'I feel like I owe it to them to deliver the best of myself so they can have their moment,' Gallo said. 'That's really kind of the place that I try to operate from. And I guess I've just gotten the reps now at stuff coming at me.' Let's be very clear here: The Thunder mean no harm. It's clear they adore Gallo, look at him as part of the team, and love that they can't get him to break. They've come out with T-shirts bearing his name and likeness. They've made him bark like a dog before they'll let him sign off. They come up behind him when he's talking and dust off his shoulders. They stacked so many towels on his head, neck and shoulders during one interview that NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finally had to intervene. 'Y'all gotta chill,' Gilgeous-Alexander said to his teammates, on air, mid-interview. 'I'm sorry, Nick.' There's no need to apologize. Gallo doesn't mind any of this. Just about every televised game — in just about every sport — has the 'walk-off' interview, where a sideline reporter will talk to a star player or the player of the game for a couple of minutes to get their instant, on-air feedback. (Networks almost always work with the team to request a certain player, and the team then gets them to the reporter quickly after the game.) When Chet Holmgren got to the Thunder, he didn't mind doing the walk-off interview when requested but insisted on having another teammate with him. And now, it's become just part of the Thunder DNA. When a guy talks, his teammates will be right there to support him and be part of the show. Gallo didn't set out to be a viral sensation. It just sort of happened. 'A lot of times in media, we talk about reporters trying to gain the trust of the players and often that feels like a one-way transaction,' Gallo said. 'But I really trust them to an incredible degree, and I hope that shows through. These guys are extremely trustworthy. And the fact that they've gone out of their way to include me in this is an incredible honor. I don't take that for granted at all.' ___ AP NBA:
