IMO, the signifying monkey media are working overtime to create the Durant vs. Westbrook rivalry saga.

Can say that Westbrook didn't give up on OKC and abandon ship. He didn't get punked by Patrick Beverley or ZaZa (Gabor) Pachulia.

Got to give it up to Russell Westbrook's good leadership. Vast improvement in his demeanor toward the officials & overall attitude in recent games.

Notice, he got some very favorable calls @GSW.

This NEW ATTITUDE affects the Thunder's play on the court--it's contagious. Thunder will need to continue to work hard; maybe this will lead to some breaks down the road. Jerami Grant's showing signs of breaking out.

It will take time & repetitions to get the Thunder into the upper (1-4) Western Conference tier.