We Have A Name!

[AgeSage]

Boomers would be a much better name than thunder. It ends with a s and is actually something. It's also refers to Oklahoma history.

[betts]

Who knows. I think when the actual name is released, even if it is Thunder, most will hate it...but will get over it in a few years.

The mascot and logo are key when you've got a team without a name that makes you say, "Yes! That's perfect". Since it's not perfect, IMO, a great logo and colors will go a long ways in getting quicker acceptance.

[MonkeesFan]

Boomers would be a much better name than thunder. It ends with a s and is actually something. It's also refers to Oklahoma history.

No it won't because it would cause confusion between OU Sooners or the NBA team

[venture]

Betts.

With you 100% there. They have to nail the logo and mascot in order for it all to work. I just have this cheesy image of a guy wearing a big cloud suit with a huge yellow lightning bolt down the front.

[dai]

I don't think we 'have' a 'redneck' image, I doubt most people in the state would let themselves be defined that way. There are ignorant people with stereotypical views on a wide-range of subjects, they are not relevant. Country music is appreciated all over the world, Canada, the U.S. especially, hardly a sign one is a "redneck". There are plenty of places to live beside OKC if one is too encumbered by the 'image'.

Hey there, I wasn't trying to ruffle anyone's feathers. I was just sharing my thoughts. I hate to disagree with you further, but the whole "there are plenty of places to live" statement is nonsense. That is like telling some they have to be Christian because they live in the "bible belt". I'm Oklahoman, born and raised. This is my home and that will never change, but I do think we need to outgrow that stereotype.

As far as country music is concerned, I'll agree to disagree with you. To me, it just doesn't fit sporting events very well.

[dai]

Betts.

With you 100% there. They have to nail the logo and mascot in order for it all to work. I just have this cheesy image of a guy wearing a big cloud suit with a huge yellow lightning bolt down the front.

They need to hurry with the logo, unis, and mascot. I want the Thunder to be on this fall's NBA2K9. If they wait too long that won't happen.

[Blazerfan11]

a $10 seat section for fat ladies called the "thunder thighs" is in order.

[jstanthrnme]

Betts.

With you 100% there. They have to nail the logo and mascot in order for it all to work. I just have this cheesy image of a guy wearing a big cloud suit with a huge yellow lightning bolt down the front.

I agree that they have to nail the logo and colors. But as far as mascots, consider the San Diego Chicken, Mr. Met, the SuperSonics Squatch, or even a covered wagon. The appropriate mascot will surface with time. Thats not something I would want early in the season. Once we develop some sort of tradition is when we should consider making one.

[autoMATTic]

Oh, this is gonna be great. I can see it now:

"OU football team caught THunderage drinking at NBA game"

"OKC THunderachieves in 2009 playoff run"

"Boom Boom dancers shunned by Sally Kern for showing their THundergarments"

"OKC Rookies THunderprepared for 2008 debut"

"Dallas Thunderestimates OKC in 100-69 Loss"

"OKC lands sponsorship deal with THundearmour sportswear"

and last but not least

"Bennett and the Boys to Launch THunderarm Deodarant"

Man, I am a loser.

[AFCM]

It seems everything with you is a play on words, huh autoMATTic?

[soonergal]

what a downer reading all the whining here...

and blazerfan such a sweet remark

a $10 seat section for fat ladies called the "thunder thighs" is in order.
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Automattic...unbelievable...
I regret reading most of it.

[Intrepid]

Just came in from listening to ESPN radio and the night time host for Game Night on ESPN was giving large amounts of praise for the name Thunder and actually mentioned the same colors that Mark Rodgers mentioned: red, light blue and gold.

[Patchy Proot]

Holy Nickname, Batman! Jeeesh. I got it.

The Oklahoma Cityans.

[Blazerfan11]

why do you hate fat ladies?

what a downer reading all the whining here...

and blazerfan such a sweet remark


Automattic...unbelievable...
I regret reading most of it.

[autoMATTic]

"Automattic...unbelievable...
I regret reading most of it."

So some of it was funny? I was just kidding, bored. I actually love the name. Now, if they'd just call so I can buy those tickets and prepare for one helluva basketball season!!!

[andy157]

Yeah, I'll admit to not liking country music, but I think most of country music will not work well for a NBA sporting event.

Plus, I think that OK needs to lose the redneck image, and playing country music at our games will not help.

I don't like country music either. But a true Redneck has nothing to do with country music, or Oklahoma for that matter.

[Thunder]

I love country music, especially Shania!!!

OMG, they need to get Shania to do a half-time concert for the first home game!

I'll buy the ticket!!!

[MonkeesFan]

This is possible the new logo:



That is the worst logo I ever seen!

[mburlison]

To the contrary, I was saying its not required to live "anywhere" if one does not like it, not that they "should" or that I would even want anyone to leave. That said, I agree to disagree with music, as there are different tastes for all. (What country music has become is not my favorite genre either).

To the "THUNDER" name.

I don't see the cloud logo, I (and I'm sure its occured to many) see Thor, the whole Hammer of the gods thing, the god of Thunder, the Hammer which never misses etc... Ok.... just a thought .

[hipsterdoofus]

We may actually have a name.....

The Oklahoman is now reporting the KOCO story and Tramel has a positive, and very creative, column on the 'Thunder' name. There's even yet another short blurb in the paper about singular names.

I like how the dok article starts: "If a television report is accurate, owners of the Oklahoma City NBA team will have listened to the fans." So..thats what they are going on?

[Intrepid]

I like how the dok article starts: "If a television report is accurate, owners of the Oklahoma City NBA team will have listened to the fans." So..thats what they are going on?

I was thinking the same thing.

However, they are probably seeing how strong the evidence is (not 100%, but still strong) and decided to roll with the story, and yet cover themselves by giving that kind of opening line.

[hipsterdoofus]

I was thinking the same thing.

However, they are probably seeing how strong the evidence is (not 100%, but still strong) and decided to roll with the story, and yet cover themselves by giving that kind of opening line.

Yeah, basically DOK doesn't want to be left out, but haven't heard anyone else reporting it. I'm thinking it could just be a diversionary tactic...set up that domain name and let people talk about it for a few days...

[OKCMallen]

This is possible the new logo:



That is the worst logo I ever seen!

No way is that even in remote consideration.

[hipsterdoofus]

This is possible the new logo:



That is the worst logo I ever seen!

So was this a submission sent in by a 3rd grader?

[OKCMallen]

Why in the world are you saying it's a possible consideration? I assume that's just a bad joke.