DT Getting Ready for NBA Playoffs

[Pete]

Also for the Barons...

Wonder what Devon Tower will do? Perhaps fire up the LED lights??

[metro]

Great post Pete. Can't wait!!

[MDot]

The Thunder banner on the Oklahoma Tower is new. Definately interested to see how that turns out.

I'm excited to see this stuff once it all goes up simply because it means it's that time of year again.

[HOT ROD]

he^^ Yeah!!!

[Pete]

That banner on Oklahoma Tower is going to be HUGE!

Really great to see such a coordinated effort by a bunch of different downtown owners/entities. There is lots to be said for the unifying power of pro sports franchise.

[Jchaser405]

I'm glad the Barons are getting some love for their accomplishments. Huge year for OKC!

[Skyline]

What nothing going up on First National Tower?

[BDP]

What nothing going up on First National Tower?

Maybe a For Sale sign?

I kid.

They should just do blue and orange lights. That's cooler than any banner they could do, imo.

[Bullbear]

Maybe a For Sale sign?

I kid.

They should just do blue and orange lights. That's cooler than any banner they could do, imo.

I agree some great lighting on the building would be awesome. the current lights however need replaced.. maybe in future "reno" they will get some great LED Color wash lights to change the top of the building with events and seasons.. I would love to see that

[Pete]

Aren't the P180 lights all LED's? Is it possible to change the spectrum of them?

Not sure if they went with LED's for the new street lights (I know this was discussed) but even if they did, I'm sure they bought single-color fixtures.

[OKCisOK4me]

Personally, I think that banner on the Oklahoma Tower looks gawdy....

I thought FNC just recently got new lights?? They rotate different colors as I've seen the tower lit in blue on the corners...

[Bellaboo]

Personally, I think that banner on the Oklahoma Tower looks gawdy....

I doubt they cover the windows (and the vent) on the Oklahoma Tower. This banner has no deminsions on it like the others. Probably someone playing around.

[MDot]

I doubt they cover the windows (and the vent) on the Oklahoma Tower. This banner has no deminsions on it like the others. Probably someone playing around.

If it does cover the windows, I would hate to be working in one of the offices that is covered.

[BoulderSooner]

I doubt they cover the windows (and the vent) on the Oklahoma Tower. This banner has no deminsions on it like the others. Probably someone playing around.

it does they just were not printed on the pic ... 144' by 180'

[Pete]

I believe the Thunder actually pay for the banners.

I guess Chase wasn't interested.

[Urbanized]

The banners covering windows are most likely similar to what is on bus wraps; you can see out but not in. When you're on the inside looking out it's like looking through a screened window. ACM@UCO had banners like this since inception covering the 4th floor windows. Though they recently replaced with more permanent signage on the brick on a couple of facades, the window-covering banner is still in place on the north facade. Looks fine from the inside.

[BDP]

I guess Chase wasn't interested.

From what I've heard, it would have to be a banner of James Cotter himself for it to be considered. ; )

[HOT ROD]

i remember during the 2010 Olympics, Vancouver had many skyscrapers wrapped. Of course, this is far more expensive than banners; so it depends on if OKC will get wraps or banners.

it would be a bit difficult to wrap Chase Tower due to all of the white beams that go up the entire building. Leadership and Oklahoma Tower are OBVIOUSLY the easiest to wrap.

Judging from the renderings, it looks like OKC will just get banners this time. But hopefully, as OKC Thunder continues to make the playoffs we can see a wrap or two for OK tower and Leadership.

I totally agree about the lighting of FNC, they should change colours of the lights and I'd like to see the beacon come back too. ... On that note, why isn't Sandridge required to have aviation market beacons on top? It sure would add to the skyline without them lighting their building IMO, as the beacons would at least help one identify the otherwise dark skyscraper. Ditto that for City Place and Leadership.

[HOT ROD]

it IS great to see both of OKC's pro teams getting to the playoffs, and some LOVE. Although it is interesting that the Barons are getting banners on city owned buildings while Thunder's banners are on private towers. ...

[Bellaboo]

I believe the Thunder actually pay for the banners.

I guess Chase wasn't interested.

The playoff banners from the Cox Center are recycled by the Thunder in the summer. I bought several of these this past fall. They cut the material to make a pretty cool laptop carrying bag. They sell these for $5.00 each at the Thunder store. These are some kind of vinyl, but look great with the different print patterns. They sow a small 'property of the OKC Thunder' patch on the corner of the case, with the recycled symbol. I bought 5 of them and gave away as Christmas gifts.

[Spartan]

How do we lose to Cleveland while the city is gearing up downtown to get it ready for a deep run into the playoffs?

[Lafferty Daniel]

How do we lose to Cleveland while the city is gearing up downtown to get it ready for a deep run into the playoffs?

The same way that Michael Jordan and the Bulls didn't win every single game they played.

Every team has off days. And it looked like we didn't care or have energy from the start.

[kevinpate]

The playoff banners from the Cox Center are recycled by the Thunder in the summer. I bought several of these this past fall. They cut the material to make a pretty cool laptop carrying bag. They sell these for $5.00 each at the Thunder store. These are some kind of vinyl, but look great with the different print patterns. They sow a small 'property of the OKC Thunder' patch on the corner of the case, with the recycled symbol. I bought 5 of them and gave away as Christmas gifts.

Dinna know that. Cute lil' novelty gift idea.

[metro]

The same way that Michael Jordan and the Bulls didn't win every single game they played.

Every team has off days. And it looked like we didn't care or have energy from the start.

Well said.

[HOT ROD]

it still sucks to lose to Cleveland, AT HOME.

I love my hometown and absolutely love the THUNDER, but I get so sick and tired of the team not being consistent. To me, it just fuels the fire of the talking heads who already consistently try to AVOID anything positive about OKC and/or the Thunder. They are always quick to tout off 'chicago or miami' being the best in the NBA, best record in the NBA, and their games (along with those of Boston and LA). But when OKC actually IS the best or HAD the best home record, well - that didn't get a mention or if it did it was a secondary thought during the middle of a game (not before). Also, I noticed they are rather reluctant to promote OKC games (case in point, Monday's Dallas game didn't show up on the Friday, Saturday, nor Sunday NBA televised banner that they like to put up to showcase games of the week).

While I get sick of the talking heads and the behaviour of national broadcasters generally against OKC, our team (and to some degree, city) don't help the situation. If OKC would win consistently (and particularly, beat the teams we are supposed to instead of coming to the game lacking interest), then OKC would have the best record by far, the best home and away records, and that would FORCE the media to not only discuss OKC in a positive light but they would be forced to promote the best team (and not say anything particularly bad about it in the process. ...). Again, it seems as we shoot ourself in the foot and HELP them avoid OKC.

I wish Brooks and Co would have OKC living up to their potential. They are one of the youngest, fresh teams and now have playoff experience to win close games. Work on correcting the mistakes, as I have yet to see a 'perfectly played OKC game' this year. OKC wins, when one of Durant, Westbrook, or Harden has a big night. We don't win due to an offensive strategy (like triangle, pick-n-roll, or whatever half court offense), we win because the guy on isolation has a big night. In this regard, BARF-ley is correct and it is difficult to hear this when OKC has the best record (and has consistently been in at least the top 3 all season).

There was NO REASON for OKC to lose against CLE. They had a day off before, and were HOME. KD was disappointed, but channel that into getting a real offense!!! How about working a seamless offense where people rotate, we work the clock, and we move the ball inside and out, to try to get a good looking shot. Take the shot and get ready for the offensive board and PUTBACK!!! This is what Brooks should be coaching, instead of KD,Westbrook,Harden isolation plays while Perkins stands miles away looking all pissed and can't get a rebound or shoot the damn ball. .... I get so sick of the 'chunk it up and hope it goes in' jumpers that OKC does, play some darn ball.. ... Otherwise, I don't see us legitimately getting past Chicago or Miami, which is a darn shame since OKC really is the best team in the NBA.

you guys are making $ now, and Im so sick of our mistakes proving the idiot talking heads right. sorry for the rant, but I think it needed to be said. ...