The Oklahoma City Thunder held practice on Monday and it was one of the more eventful ones yet.
Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault, Josh Giddey and newcomer Isaiah Joe spoke with the media following their practice.
On the practice floor, shooting coach Chip Engelland gave Jeremiah Robinson-Earl some pointers and Darius Bazley — who is eligible for a rookie extension until the end of the day — was spotted talking to Thunder general manager Sam Presti.
Let’s take a look at some of the more noteworthy quotes and paraphrases from Monday’s practice as the team prepares to open their 2022-23 regular season against the Minnesota Timberwolves.