The rest of the season is going to be pretty interesting. The fight between us and the Clippers for 3rd (and avoiding Warriors second round) is going to be fun to watch.

What is it going to take to get this team to play some good defense? Thoughts?

The rest of the season is going to be pretty interesting. The fight between us and the Clippers for 3rd (and avoiding Warriors second round) is going to be fun to watch.

We can't break up the Clippers-Grizzlies matchup, that is tradition!

What is it going to take to get this team to play some good defense? Thoughts?
A number of new players that want to play defense? This team has shown that they can play defense. And they constantly talk about playing defense. But game after game they don't. That tells me they don't care about defense. Hopefully they can find enough offense to stay in the 3rd seed for the stretch run and then dig for another gear in the playoffs.

There have been a lot of rumors that Johnson to Cleveland is practically done, but those are just rumors. We'll see. But I could actually see OKC making the argument that he could start. He's certainly worth a shot.

He's going to Miami (welcome to Miami).

He's going to Miami (welcome to Miami).

~Party in Miami where the Heat is on~

What is it going to take to get this team to play some good defense? Thoughts?

Get a player with the caliber and mindset of Thabo Sefolosha and the nearest thing to Ron Adams added to the coaching staff.

He's going to Miami (welcome to Miami).

OKC is beginning to track as not beeng a free agent destination. Don't think it is the team, maybe the place? just saying. Maybe place matters more than we think and an option to have place and championship possibility trumps (no pun intended) championship possiblities alone. I do not think most NBA players desire a relatively quiet suburban type city

The Thunder have missed out on players mostly because they didn't want to pay them enough. It's not the city. If Cleveland and Oakland can/are attracting FAs, it's because of the management. OKC's management has left a lot to be desired in terms of acquisitions and trades the past few seasons.

The Thunder have missed out on players mostly because they didn't want to pay them enough. It's not the city. If Cleveland and Oakland can/are attracting FAs, it's because of the management. OKC's management has left a lot to be desire in terms of acquisitions and trades the past few seasons.

Agree with you, Jake:

The organization started out just plain CHEAP! Now we have a chance to attract and/or retain quality free agents, it's as though the Thunder are ready to open up the wallet.

Often wonder what would have happened had we kept James Harden--well, we'll never know.

OKC is a 'family oriented friendly' town. You would think that has some value; unless you have a single free agent out there looking for partyvilles (Dallas, Denver, Chicago...). We have plenty of available beautiful city & country girls who can cook, clean and be there for her man.

Nice of the GSW's to bring their own refs.

Want to bet they don't win a playoff series? I'll take that bet.

They might win one or two playoff games but I don't see them making it past the first round. Cleveland-Golden State Finals rematch and Durant may be tempted to go to the Bay Area after all.

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Stephen Curry


POSSESSED BY THE DEVIL!
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Blame the game on whatever you want guys, that's about as good as it could have gotten.

In all seriousness, Stephen Curry is a machine. Great win by the Golden State Warriors. Wish Stephen Curry the best; hope his injury isn't serious.

Just witnessed one of the greatest moments in NBA history by Stephen Curry & the Golden State Warriors.

Wish this could have ended with Durant on the floor in overtime. We'll have another regular season crack at the Great Golden State Warriors.

Hang in there Thunder Nation . . .
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Not the end of the world because it's not the playoffs. D was much better and this is the second time we have taken them down to the wire. Curry had to take circus shots to beat us and our MVP fouled out...which never happens. A bit of faith restored after a ROUGH start to the second "half" of the season this last week. Take what you can from it and move on. Bring on the Sacramento Queens.

Well Cleveland's drought of not having a championship will finally end. Well in 65 years, Oklahoma City may bring a championship but not a NBA title. A World Series perhaps??? It kooks like the Jacksonville Jaguars to win 4 Super Bowls before the Thunder ever reach the Conference Finals again.

OKC is beginning to track as not beeng a free agent destination. Don't think it is the team, maybe the place? just saying. Maybe place matters more than we think and an option to have place and championship possibility trumps (no pun intended) championship possiblities alone. I do not think most NBA players desire a relatively quiet suburban type city

Wow, wow, wow. This post says so much without really saying it. Why is OKC fine for Boeing? GE? Why aren't they disliking the "quiet, suburban type city?" You don't think paying these players millions is enough to play in Bugtussle if necessary? No, because what you are saying without really getting to the nitty gritty is that the NBA is full of thug culture and thug (mostly black) culture requires thug clubs, thug friends, thug values, etc. Why not say it? That's what you mean! And, the sad part is, you're probably right. But what does that reflect on, Oklahoma City or any NBA player that wouldn't come here because the city hasn't been run over by a big ghetto for them to play in on their off time?

I might be called the racist for this, but in actuality, your post was the racist post because you spoke in "code" saying Oklahoma City isn't urban and thuggy enough for this generation of out-of-control NBA players. No, you didn't mention race - but your meaning was clear. I'd rather have Oklahoma City as it is than an Oklahoma City made-to-order for the NBA culture.. As much fun as Thunder basketball is, I always wondered if it would be a good fit because of the above. In other words, maybe you're right and at least you're honest. But it's not a problem for Boeing or GE, just entitled spoiled kids paid millions to play what they learned on inner city playgrounds.

You have no idea how much your post said about the reality of life in today's NBA.

Well Cleveland's drought of not having a championship will finally end. Well in 65 years, Oklahoma City may bring a championship but not a NBA title. A World Series perhaps??? It kooks like the Jacksonville Jaguars to win 4 Super Bowls before the Thunder ever reach the Conference Finals again.

If you're giving the field vs CLE, Ill take the field.

Wow, wow, wow. This post says so much without really saying it. Why is OKC fine for Boeing? GE? Why aren't they disliking the "quiet, suburban type city?" You don't think paying these players millions is enough to play in Bugtussle if necessary? No, because what you are saying without really getting to the nitty gritty is that the NBA is full of thug culture and thug (mostly black) culture requires thug clubs, thug friends, thug values, etc. Why not say it? That's what you mean! And, the sad part is, you're probably right. But what does that reflect on, Oklahoma City or any NBA player that wouldn't come here because the city hasn't been run over by a big ghetto for them to play in on their off time?

I might be called the racist for this, but in actuality, your post was the racist post because you spoke in "code" saying Oklahoma City isn't urban and thuggy enough for this generation of out-of-control NBA players. No, you didn't mention race - but your meaning was clear. I'd rather have Oklahoma City as it is than an Oklahoma City made-to-order for the NBA culture.. As much fun as Thunder basketball is, I always wondered if it would be a good fit because of the above. In other words, maybe you're right and at least you're honest. But it's not a problem for Boeing or GE, just entitled spoiled kids paid millions to play what they learned on inner city playgrounds.

You have no idea how much your post said about the reality of life in today's NBA.


Maybe I'm missing some context that you have, but I don't see anything inherent in dcsooner's post that could only be referring to "thug life" or whatever. There are multiple ways to interpret his post without injecting race or stereotypes. From my perspective here, you're bringing more to his post than is inherently there.

Wow, wow, wow. This post says so much without really saying it. Why is OKC fine for Boeing? GE? Why aren't they disliking the "quiet, suburban type city?" You don't think paying these players millions is enough to play in Bugtussle if necessary? No, because what you are saying without really getting to the nitty gritty is that the NBA is full of thug culture and thug (mostly black) culture requires thug clubs, thug friends, thug values, etc. Why not say it? That's what you mean! And, the sad part is, you're probably right. But what does that reflect on, Oklahoma City or any NBA player that wouldn't come here because the city hasn't been run over by a big ghetto for them to play in on their off time?

I might be called the racist for this, but in actuality, your post was the racist post because you spoke in "code" saying Oklahoma City isn't urban and thuggy enough for this generation of out-of-control NBA players. No, you didn't mention race - but your meaning was clear. I'd rather have Oklahoma City as it is than an Oklahoma City made-to-order for the NBA culture.. As much fun as Thunder basketball is, I always wondered if it would be a good fit because of the above. In other words, maybe you're right and at least you're honest. But it's not a problem for Boeing or GE, just entitled spoiled kids paid millions to play what they learned on inner city playgrounds.

You have no idea how much your post said about the reality of life in today's NBA.

OMG, really?

Come on now, two of my favorite posters, let's stop the madness--reading hidden messages into each others posts.

Oklahoma City is OKC and Oklahoma is OK.

Who knows why a player selects one city over another or one organization over another? There were 5 or 6 NBA teams courting Joe Johnson. Could be one of a number among a dozen of reasons.

Oklahoma City is on the right track; we're not Dallas, Denver or Miami. The best for OUR city is yet to come...

OKC is beginning to track as not beeng a free agent destination. Don't think it is the team, maybe the place? just saying. Maybe place matters more than we think and an option to have place and championship possibility trumps (no pun intended) championship possiblities alone. I do not think most NBA players desire a relatively quiet suburban type city

Derek Fisher had no problem with OKC the place, twice. The reason Johnson went to Miami is the fact they only have about 9 or 10 players that are playing due to injuries.

They might win one or two playoff games but I don't see them making it past the first round. Cleveland-Golden State Finals rematch and Durant may be tempted to go to the Bay Area after all.

Okay. Do you really believe that? If so, I'll take that bet.

Maybe I'm missing some context that you have, but I don't see anything inherent in dcsooner's post that could only be referring to "thug life" or whatever. There are multiple ways to interpret his post without injecting race or stereotypes. From my perspective here, you're bringing more to his post than is inherently there.


This is CORRECT

Wow, wow, wow. This post says so much without really saying it. Why is OKC fine for Boeing? GE? Why aren't they disliking the "quiet, suburban type city?" You don't think paying these players millions is enough to play in Bugtussle if necessary? No, because what you are saying without really getting to the nitty gritty is that the NBA is full of thug culture and thug (mostly black) culture requires thug clubs, thug friends, thug values, etc. Why not say it? That's what you mean! And, the sad part is, you're probably right. But what does that reflect on, Oklahoma City or any NBA player that wouldn't come here because the city hasn't been run over by a big ghetto for them to play in on their off time?

I might be called the racist for this, but in actuality, your post was the racist post because you spoke in "code" saying Oklahoma City isn't urban and thuggy enough for this generation of out-of-control NBA players. No, you didn't mention race - but your meaning was clear. I'd rather have Oklahoma City as it is than an Oklahoma City made-to-order for the NBA culture.. As much fun as Thunder basketball is, I always wondered if it would be a good fit because of the above. In other words, maybe you're right and at least you're honest. But it's not a problem for Boeing or GE, just entitled spoiled kids paid millions to play what they learned on inner city playgrounds.

You have no idea how much your post said about the reality of life in today's NBA.

I think he meant more in the sense how Pau passed on OKC for the culture and life in Chicago. You really went off the deep end on that one.

Tonight was probably the Thunder's best team game this season. Without the excessive turnovers, this was never a game.

Thanks, AP...and sorry Hot Rod. I did go off the deep end on that post and I'm really sorry.

Kings really shot themselves in the foot with those technicals. In addition to the obvious points, it took away momentum. Boogie was tearing up the centers. Granted, Westbrook was shredding the defense in general.

Kings really shot themselves in the foot with those technicals. In addition to the obvious points, it took away momentum. Boogie was tearing up the centers. Granted, Westbrook was shredding the defense in general.


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"This is the play with Cousins. Only angle replayed on the broadcast. Could be wrong but looked like a kick at Adams."--Royce Young

Boogie (DeMarcus Cousins) comes off to me as a bully.

Oklahoma City Thunder 131 - Sacramento Kings 116

Thunder vs. Kings - Box Score - February 29, 2016 - ESPN (http://espn.go.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=400828776)

Salute!

Westwolf, a true beast. Watch out for the killer wolfsbane.


Wolfsbane kills quickly (within six hours of consumption) and the symptoms are almost immediate: vomiting and diarrhea, followed by a sensation of burning


...sounds similar to what DeMarcus Cousins went through


In the 15-second spot from Jumpman, Russ's hype kid goes through a few possibilities (Russ Ruckus, The Human Turbo Button, The Big Bang, The Minister of Menace) before settling on The Westwolf, complete with a primal howl.

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Russell Westbrook Gets 'The Westwolf' Nickname in New Jordan Brand Spot | Bleacher Report (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2615680-russell-westbrook-gets-the-westwolf-nickname-in-new-jordan-brand-spot)

As usual, both Durant and Westbrook played a starring role. Durant scored 27 points and Westbrook had a triple-double with 20 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder over the Sacramento Kings 131-116 on Monday night.

Westbrook Gets Triple-Double As Thunder Beat Kings 131-116 « CBS Sacramento (http://sacramento.cbslocal.com/2016/03/01/westbrook-gets-triple-double-as-thunder-beat-kings-131-116/)

And the McClendon indictment from the sports angle.


Oklahoma City Thunder part owner Aubrey McClendon indicted on bid-rigging charges (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/14880310/oklahoma-city-thunder-part-owner-aubrey-mcclendon-indicted-bid-rigging-charges)

Big game tonight (and obviously tomorrow). But the Clippers are on the heel of OKC for the 3rd seed. This is important, because the 3rd seed will play winner of San Antonio/Portland in round 2 as opposed to Golden State. That is, if GSW and SAS maintain 1 and 2 seeds.

I don't know about you, but I would like as many rounds as possible between us and GSW if given the slim chance of someone knocking them out before the WCF.

Both these games are at 9:30pm central, so get your caffeine ready.

I'd rather play SAS. We have an awesome record against them when healthy.

Ray Charles is a better coach than Billy Donovan. First round exit and Durant and Westbrook will be playing in LA by 2017 while the 76ers will be more legit than the Thunder. But on a brighter note hopefully Patrick Beverly will tear his ACL and never play again. This franchise is cursed more than the Cubs or Browns.

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Lord, give us strength . . .
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Holy crap, that was by far the worst meltdown in Thunder history. 17 point lead evaporating in less than 5 minutes.

About time for a "players meeting"?

Holy crap, that was by far the worst meltdown in Thunder history. 17 point lead evaporating in less than 5 minutes.

About time for a "players meeting"?

Just wonder how effective the Thunder would be with Monty Williams & Maurice Cheeks on the bench; the experience of two former head coaches can make a difference.

Hope both of Donovan's top assistants can return soon.

Westbrook and Durant will probably want to go to Cleveland and play with LeBron because they can't with the current team and Billy Donovan. ESPN will be slamming the Thunder on all programs (like they already do). Clippers looking like they make give the Warriors a scare int he second round while the Thunder will be eliminated by the end of April.

Westbrook and Durant will probably want to go to Cleveland and play with LeBron because they can't with the current team and Billy Donovan. ESPN will be slamming the Thunder on all programs (like they already do). Clippers looking like they make give the Warriors a scare int he second round while the Thunder will be eliminated by the end of April.

So are you writing the Thunder off at this point?

So are you writing the Thunder off at this point?

He says a bunch of ridiculous things, but never puts his money where his mouth is. Reducing him to troll status. 4/10 for the attempt though.

So are you writing the Thunder off at this point?
Serious doubt has to be setting in for many folk, based on what the Thunder has put on the floor since the break. Wow.

I've just listened to a ticked off Desmond Mason listing what he sees wrong with the Thunder. And why at this point they just aren't that good. Without getting into everything he talked about I will say the hope I had for this season is waning. And my expectations of keeping KD and Westbrook went down quite a bit too.

Those talk show guys' talk--Granny taught me that 'talk' is cheap...

Understand everyone's feelings about the Thunder based on their last 10 games (4 wins/6 losses) beginning with the lost to the Warriors in Oakland.


Loss @Clippers 103-98 (-5) winnable game
Loss to Warriors 121-118 (-3) winnable game
Loss @Pelicans 123-119 (-4) winnable game
Loss to Cavaliers 115-92 (-23)
Loss to Pacers 101-98 (-3) winnable game
Loss @ Warriors 116-108 (-8) winnable game

4 of 6 losses by 5 points or less in which they lead in the 4th quarter. Thunder has match up problems vs. Cleveland.

Donovan has made mistakes that most college coaches make upon their entry into the NBA. Durant & Westbrook are our leaders; they can't seem to make that transition from Brooks' coaching system to a more disciplined one under Billy Donovan. Evidence: The 4th quarter meltdowns vs. @Warriors, Pacers, @Pelicans, Warriors & @Clippers in which they have attempted to take over the game with hero ball--two man game.

Note: We have been without our two top assistant coaches Monty Williams & Maurice Cheeks in those last 10 games. It wouldn't surprise me if Williams gets a head coaching job while out on bereavement.

I have a feeling I'm gonna wake up to a thumping tomorrow morning and Curry will be sitting on 300 3pt'ers.

Halftime just over, they didn't do too bad.

Halftime just over, they didn't do too bad.

Thunder do not have the depth of talent to beat GS over a series, period. SP line up of bench players is overall not good, accept that fact

Thunder do not have the depth of talent to beat GS over a series, period. SP line up of bench players is overall not good, accept that fact

I didn't deny it to start with. What I had a problem with is that people point to the bench without giving any accountability to the starters.

I don't know about the rest of you, but I am already done with Randy Foye. Get Payne back in there, PLEASE.

I don't know about the rest of you, but I am already done with Randy Foye. Get Payne back in there, PLEASE.

I hate seeing Payne and Morrow get 0 minutes.

I saw something where Donovan said the reason Payne hasn't been getting his minutes is because teams scouted him and figured out how to stop him from being so effective.

This logic makes no sense, Foye doesn't even need to be scouted. He is just a warm body out there that can't defend and has a falling off three point shot. You WANT teams to have to scout multiple players - it takes time and resources, it forces the players to have to remember a certain guy's play style.

I used to cringe at Scott Brooks' stubbornness in adjustments - but it feels like Donovan is just a slightly more relaxed version of the same coach style. I like the staggering of KD and RW - but the handling of the rest of the role players is annoying.

Watching the last few minutes of the game, when it was still in reach. Foye and Roberson were just standing in the corners. Which made it 5-3. It was depressing to watch. Seeing Payne and Morrow get no minutes is also disturbing to me, as well as Kanter only getting 12 minutes. Also I don't care what people say, throwing Singler out there drastically reduces your chance of winning. I get the feeling Presti is trying to be too much like Billy Bean trying out outsmart with stats. Its different than baseball and its being proven in front of our eyes. This team needs a major overhaul, esp the bench.

Thunder fans:

There's always a ray of hope. It's sometimes difficult to look past the frustration and dissect the heart of the problem.


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We (fans) have to get our swagger back (LOUD CITY)--duplicate that energy force of the Warriors' fan base. They didn't give up; you could sense that 'force' being transferred to the players' on the court.

Thank you Laramie for posting that, I haven't given up on the Thunder, I still think we still have a chance to win more than 50 games, I did listen to the Franchise this morning, and yes they were dogging on the Thunder, but I don't pay attention to them.

Seeing Payne and Morrow get no minutes is also disturbing to me, as well as Kanter only getting 12 minutes.

I'm no basketball expert by any means, but it seems to me, when he's in the game, as skilled offensively as he is, Kanter oughta be at least touching the ball every possession on the Thunder end of the court. Seemed like he was woefully underused last night.

Team is reportedly going to sign Nazr Mohammed. Watch out, Golden State!

Team is reportedly going to sign Nazr Mohammed. Watch out, Golden State!

38 year old, geez OKC is desperate. Too little too late, primary strategy of developing new talent has proven to be a failure ( in terms of putting together a championship level team for the near term).

Those talk show guys' talk--[I]Granny taught me that 'talk' is cheap.
I don't really pay attention to the guys who's job it is to just talk either. But I think it's safe to believe that guys like Desmond Mason or Royce Young who either played in the league or make a living doing nothing but following the Thunder know more than we as fans do. Much like I listen to doctors when they talk medicine or lawyers when they talk about the law.