The etching of his name on the MVP trophy has barely began to settle and it is already being reported that Russell Westbrook is expected to sign a 5-year contract extension on July 1. Royce Young of ESPN is reporting Westbrook could sign a 5-year contract on July 1, even at 12:01 a.m. to show…
The least surprising thing happened on Friday: Russell Westbrook was named a finalist for MVP. The MVP will be announced on June 26 in the first ever award show in New York City, hosted by Drake. Westbrook’s historic season leads everyone to believe he’s the favorite to win the award. He’ll be joined in New…
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s 2016-17 campaign came to an end last night as the Houston Rockets won the best of seven series in five games. These five thoughts will focus more upon the season as a whole and not specifically on the playoff series. THANK YOU, MR. WESTBROOK In the wake of a disastrous Fourth…
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s season comes to an end, after losing game five to the Houston Rockets, 105-99. Russell Westbrook did everything humanly possible to will his team to victory, but it just wasn’t happening. It was the same story, different game. Westbrook put the team on his back, get out to an early lead,…
The Oklahoma City Thunder struck back with vengeance after their 115-113 to pull within 2-1 in the first round against the Houston Rockets. While we wait for Game 4, here are some key numbers to the Thunder’s victory: 50.7% When tailing 2-1 in a best-of-7 series, Game 4 goes to the team trailing 50.7 percent…
Russell Westbrook scored the NBA’s first 50-point triple-double but it wasn’t enough as the Thunder fell to the Houston Rockets 115-111. Oklahoma City trails the Rockets 2-0 in the best of seven series. “I don’t think we really had enough ball movement,” Thunder Head Coach Billy Donovan said. That’s the story of the fourth quarter…
The Oklahoma City Thunder were absolutely obliterated by the Houston Rockets on the road in game 1 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs, 118-87. Oklahoma City hung around in the first half, but were outscored by 29 in the second half. Here are my five thoughts from a disappointing Thunder performance. Too…
Russell Westbrook has tied/topped history and it’s been one hell of a ride to get there. Here is a road trip through the season and the ups and downs of Russell Westbrook’s journey. OCT. 26 AT PHILADELPHIA – NEAR MISS 32 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists Just opening day and Russell Westbrook was already flirting…
Russell Westbrook saved the Thunder while making history on Sunday afternoon in the Mile High City. Westbrook drained a 30-foot three-pointer at the buzzer to beat the Denver Nuggets 106-105. Oklahoma City improved to 46-34 on the season, beating the vegas over/under of 45 wins set in the preseason. Westbrook’s buzzer beater was the nightcap…
Oklahoma City Thunder (45-34, 17-22 away) vs. Denver Nuggets (38-41, 22-18 home) Sunday, April 9 :: 4:00 p.m. CST :: Pepsi Center (18,007) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Denver is a…
Oklahoma City Thunder (45-33, 17-21 away) vs. Phoenix Suns (22-57, 13-26 home) Friday, April 9 :: 9:00 p.m. CST :: Talking Stick Resort Arena (18,422) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) TV: NBATV Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy:…
It was an extraordinary night, as the Oklahoma City Thunder (44-33) defeated the Milwaukee Bucks (40-38) 110-78. History was made as Russell Westbrook obtained his 41st triple-double of the season, tying Oscar Robertson with the most triple-doubles in a season. He also tied himself with Wilt Chamberlain, 4th in career triple-doubles all-time, marking his 78th…
Oklahoma City lost to the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night 100-95. Oklahoma City Thunder blew a 21-point lead in the process. Russell Westbrook had his triple-double but it wasn’t enough tonight. Here are my five thoughts on the loss: RUSS STILL HAS HIS MOMENTS Russell Westbrook is amazing and I’m just blessed in life…
By Michael E. Keating, Cincinnati Enquirer Since the inception of the franchise, the Oklahoma City Thunder has been adamant on building its own history and legacy. While technically the records and numbers of the Seattle SuperSonics remain with the franchise, the Thunder see themselves as a team who’s first days began in 2008. This is…
The Oklahoma City Thunder split their short two game road trip, with a loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday, followed by a come from behind victory on Monday night versus the Dallas Mavericks. It was a tale of two games on this short Texas road trip, as Oklahoma City was in a barnburner with…
Oklahoma City Thunder (39-29, 25-9 home) vs. Sacramento Kings (27-41, 13-20 away) Saturday, March 18 :: 2:00 p.m. CST :: Chesapeake Energy Arena (18,203) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here.…
The Oklahoma City Thunder led wire to wire in a 21 point victory over the Toronto Raptors that consisted of some great team play from the Thunder. Oklahoma City have now answered their previous four game losing streak with four wins in a row. The Thunder are looking the best now as a whole than…
Oklahoma City Thunder (38-29, 13-20 away) vs. Toronto Raptors (39-28, 22-11 home) Thursday, March 16 :: 6:00 p.m. CST :: Air Canada Centre (19,800) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here.…
Nov 9, 2016; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) and Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) are separated and called for technical fouls during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports The Oklahoma City Thunder are trying to avoid letting the Toronto Raptors…
Mar 14, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) celebrates his three point shot against the Brooklyn Nets with Thunder power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports The snow is frightful and Russell Westbrook is oh so delightful. Brooklyn…
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Brooklyn Nets 122-104 on Tuesday, March 14. Oklahoma City struggled through a good portion of the game but fought back, finding the winning formula on Pi day. This one though, wasn’t irrational enough to go on forever. Though, it probably feels that way for the Nets this season. GIBSON…
Oklahoma City Thunder (37-29, 12-20 away) vs. Brooklyn Nets (12-53, 8-24 home) Tuesday, March 14 :: 6:30 p.m. CST :: Brooklyn Nets (17,732) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Oklahoma City is a…
The Oklahoma City Thunder rode a wave of momentum gained from Thursday night’s victory over San Antonio by defeating the Northwest Division rival Utah Jazz yesterday 112-104. After the Thunder’s four game losing skid, it appears all is right in Loud City after back to back victories. But enough of that, bring on the five…
Oklahoma City Thunder (36-29, 24-9 home) vs. Utah Jazz (41-24, 19-12 away) Saturday, March 11 :: 2:00 p.m. CST :: Chesapeake Energy Arena (18,203) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Oklahoma City is…
Another day, another Oklahoma City Thunder loss. The fourth in a row. What in the world has happened to this team? Here are five thoughts on last night’s loss to the Portland Trailblazers. THOUGHT ONE: RUSS HAS 58 POINTS…AND THE THUNDER LOSE? For those who are unaware, Russell Westbrook dropped a career high 58 points…
Oklahoma City Thunder (35-27, 12-19 away) vs. Dallas Mavericks (25-36, 17-14 home) Sunday, March 5 :: 7:30 p.m. CST :: American Airlines Center (19,200) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Oklahoma City is a…
Mar 5, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry (30) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Abrines (8) in the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports The Thunder’s three game road trip came to a disappointing end Sunday night, as Oklahoma City lost to the Mavericks…
Mar 3, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts in the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports On the second night of a back-to-back, Oklahoma City dropped it’s second game in a row, this time coming at Phoenix,…
Feb 24, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) and Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) reacts after a play against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports Russell Westbrook began the second half of the 2016-17…
Dec 14, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Enes Kanter (11) reacts during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. The Jazz won 109-89. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports With the All-Star game in the rearview mirror, the Oklahoma City Thunder set their sights to…
Oklahoma City Thunder (31-24, 12-16 away) vs. Washington Wizards (32-21, 23-7 home) Monday, Feb. 13 :: 7:00 p.m. CST :: Verizon Center (20,290) vs. TV: TNT (245 DirecTV, 31 Cox, 730 HD 108 AT&T U-Verse, 138 Dish) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Oklahoma City is a 5-point underdog.…
Feb 13, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots over Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (13) during the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports The Oklahoma City Thunder (31-25) were thoroughly dominated by the streaking Washington Wizards (33-21) 120-98. Despite an early push to make…
Coming into Monday night’s game in Indianapolis, the Oklahoma City Thunder had played nine back-to-backs so far this season. In those nine back-to-backs, seven of them included road games on the second night. In those seven games, the Thunder had gone 1-6. Needless to say, OKC was looking to change this negative trend, but were…
Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports Quite possibly the most challenging month in the history of the Oklahoma City Thunder finally came to an end Tuesday night in San Antonio as the Thunder fell short to the Gregg Popovich-lead Spurs 108-94. Tuesday night’s game was much like a roller coaster ride, with many ups and downs intertwined…
Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports Russell Westbrook dropped 45 points on the second night of a back-to-back as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 109-98 on Thursday night. Oklahoma City improved to 28-19 on the season. They’ve won three straight. Westbrook’s fourth quarter was yet another sensational performance that has been one after…
Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports Oklahoma City went into Utah losing their last two, looking for a big road win versus a hot Utah Jazz team. After a gritty, defensive battle, Russell Westbrook’s late game heroics once again surged Thunder to victory. Here are some key numbers to Thunder’s huge road win: 22 Westbrook attained his…
Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports Russell Westbrook finished with 38 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds on a night where shots weren’t falling, but he managed to hit the biggest one of the game. With time running out, Westbrook opted to take a step in from the three-point line and shoot an elbow jumper. Smart decision…
(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) As the halfway point of the season has come and gone, the Oklahoma City Thunder are right in the thick of things in terms of playoff positioning. Good news: They’re most likely going to be in. Bad news: There are a handful of bad match ups for Oklahoma City in…
LOS ANGELES, CA – JANUARY 16: Austin Rivers #25 of the LA Clippers goes up for a lay up against the Oklahoma City Thunder on January 16, 2017 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the…
Oklahoma City Thunder (24-17, 9-11 away) vs. Sacramento Kings (16-23, 8-11 home) Sunday, Jan. 15 :: 8:00 p.m. CST :: Golden 1 Center (17,608) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Oklahoma City is a 1.5-point…
Dec 14, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan reacts during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports Professional basketball players are asked every day, before and after each game, about the importance or disappointment of a single…
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images While you were all watching the national championship, the Oklahoma City Thunder were busy taking care of business in Chicago. Oklahoma City beat the Chicago Bulls 109-94 on Monday night. Chicago never got within 10 in the second half as Oklahoma City were in complete control. 30 Oklahoma City had a season…
Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports It what was maybe the most complete game of the season, Oklahoma City thumped the Chicago Bulls 109-94 on Monday night. The Thunder improved to 23-16 on the season and grabbed their first road win in a tough January slate. We certainly have a long stretch ahead of this month,” Thunder…
Oklahoma City Thunder (22-16, 8-10 away) vs. Chicago Bulls (19-18, 12-7 home) Monday, Jan. 9 :: 7:00 p.m. CST :: United Center (20,500) vs. TV: FS Oklahoma (DirectTV 676-5, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 751/1751 HD) Online Stream: here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Line: Oklahoma City is a 1½-point…
Jan 7, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts after a play against the Denver Nuggets during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports A barrage of Westbrook three-point hay-makers and another triple-double fires Oklahoma City to their first win of the…
Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) blocks a shot attempt by Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports Tonight’s NBA showdown puts Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder against the James Harden led Houston Rockets. The Thunder are coming…
Dec 9, 2016; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts after a play against the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports Following the month of December in which the Thunder finished with a record of 9-5, they will now…
Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports Oklahoma City found a defeat in Milwaukee on Monday evening while everyone else watched the Sugar Bowl. Milwaukee used a powerful second half to beat the Thunder 98-94. Oklahoma City fell to 21-14 on the season. Here are a few Thunder digits that led to the loss: 11 Oklahoma City made…
After sending the Toronto Raptors back to extinction two nights ago and dropping a meaningless game last night against Detroit, the Oklahoma City Thunder find themselves the winners of eight of the last nine – a complete turn around from the rough patch after the All-Star game. Seven of these eight wins have been against playoff teams; three…
Oklahoma City Thunder (46-17, 21-11 road) at Los Angeles Lakers (40-24, 25-7 home) vs. Where: The Staples Center – Los Angeles, CA When: 2:30 p.m. TV: ABC (5 DirecTV, 8 Cox, 5 AT&T U-Verse, 5 Dish) Online Stream: Here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the Enemy: Here. Projected Lineups: Thunder Lakers PG Russell Westbrook Ramon Sessions SG…
Oklahoma City Thunder (44-16, 19-10 away) at Los Angeles Clippers (37-23, 22-9 home) AT Where: The Staples Center – Los Angeles, CA When: 9:30 p.m. TV: FSOK (DirectTV 679, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 754) Online Stream: Here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Projected Lineups:…
Kevin Durant scored 43 points and Russell Westbrook had 35 and eight assists to keep the Oklahoma City Thunder atop the Western Conference with a 115-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night. OKC improved to 44-16 overall and 19-10 on the road. Durant scored 16 in the final seven minutes for the Thunder, 20 overall in the quarter. Durant was…
Oklahoma City Thunder (43-16, 18-10 away) at Minnesota Timberwolves (25-35, 13-16 home) AT Where: The Target Center – Minneapolis, MN When: 7:00 p.m. CST TV: FS Oklahoma (679 Directv, 37 Cox, 754 AT&T U-Verse, 416 Dish) Online Stream: Here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Projected Lineups: Thunder T-Wolves…
Sacramento Kings (19-40, 5-25 away) at Oklahoma City Thunder (42-16, 24-6 home) vs Where: The ‘Peake! When: 7:00 p.m. TV: FSOK (DirectTV 679, Cox 37, HD 722, Tulsa Cox 27, U-Verse 754) Online Stream: Here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Projected Lineups: Thunder Kings PG Russell Westbrook Tyreke Evans…
Oklahoma City Thunder (41-15, 17-10 away) at Milwaukee Bucks (28-28, 15-12 home) at Where: Bradley Center – Milwaukee, WI When: 7:00 p.m. CST TV: FS Oklahoma (679 Directv, 37 Cox, 754 AT&T U-Verse, 416 Dish) Online Stream: Here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the enemy: Here. Projected Lineups: Thunder Bucks PG Russell Westbrook Brandon…
In a possible NBA Finals preview, the Oklahoma City Thunder led wire-to-wire against the team with the best record in the NBA, Chicago Bulls 92-78. The Thunder led by Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook who combined for 53 points in a game where Oklahoma City led by as much as 30 in the fourth quater.…
Chicago Bulls (42-11, 21-6 road) at Oklahoma City Thunder (39-12, 22-4 Home) vs. Where: The ‘Peake! When: 12:00 p.m. TV: TNT (5 DirecTV, 8 Cox, 5 AT&T U-Verse, 5 Dish) Online Stream: Here. Radio: WWLS Sports Animal 98.1 FM/640AM/97.1 Tulsa View from the Enemy: Here. Projected Lineups: Thunder Bulls PG Russell Westbrook C.J. Watson SG Thabo Sefolosha Ronnie Brewer SF…
Sorry ladies. It looks as if Russell Westbrook has a girlfriend. From what Mediatakeout.com is reporting. Her name is Nina, she’s a studying medicine right now. I mean, it was just a matter of time before someone snatched him up. He’s a young, successful man. I guess he got bored, and found himself a girlfriend.…