Tag Archives: Oklahoma City Thunder

Durant Sinks Game Winner for Thunder

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Oklahoma City led for just 52 seconds in the second half but that’s all it needed to win its series opener against the Grizzlies. The Grizzlies quickly overcame their one point deficit at halftime and held the lead throughout the … Continue reading →

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Western Conference Semifinals Preveiw

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Brendan Galella

The Western Conference no longer has a consensus favorite following the loss of Oklahoma City point guard Russell Westrbook  to a knee injury. The Thunder is trying to make consecutive Finals appearances for just the second time in franchise history, but … Continue reading →

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Thunder Prevails Without Westbrook

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Oklahoma City knew Kevin Durant would find a way to succeed. In his first career playoff game without Russell Westbrook, Durant essentially assumed the point guard responsibilities vacated by his injured teammate while maintaining his role as primary scorer.

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Westbrook Latest Injured Star

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Russell Westbrook actually suffered an injury he won’t be able to play though. Ever since Oklahoma City selected Westbrook with the fourth overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, the point guard has appeared in every game, a span of 439 … Continue reading →

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Thunder Closing in on Home Court

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Brendan Galella

The league’s second best offense eliminated any gap in the Western Conference standings with a remarkable fourth quarter defensive effort. After arriving in Indiana at 4 a.m., fresh off a crucial victory over San Antoino, the Thunder stifled the league’s … Continue reading →

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Westbrook Taking Leadership Role

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Sunday afternoon, a 19 point lead had completely evaporated and the Thunder started taking out their frustrations on the opposition. Serge Ibaka responded to the Clippers impressive comeback by punching forward Blake Griffin below the waist. 

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Westbrook Starting to Heat Up

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Maybe Oklahoma City’s other All-Star doesn’t score with the same efficiency as Kevin Durant, but point guard Russell Westbrook is heating up the league’s most potent offensive attack. Westbrook has scored at least 30 points in each of his last four … Continue reading →

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Durant Caps Career Night in Overtime

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Brendan Galella

A 2-for-11 shooting performance in the fourth quarter couldn’t derail a career night from Kevin Durant. As the contest extended for five additional minutes beyond regulation as a result of a last second 3-pointer from O.J. Mayo, Durant ensured the … Continue reading →

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Edge Not a Necessity for Durant

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Oklahoma City dealt away one of its star players just days before the regular season and still hasn’t lost its place as the top contender in the Western Conference. Even the Clippers 17-game win streak hasn’t been enough to overthrow … Continue reading →

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Thunder, David Lee Roll Over Opponents

Posted on December 19, 2012 by David Rice

Another week of NBA action in the books and another week of Laker drama behind us. From dramatic returns to the Big Apple for Mike D’Antoni and Jeremy Lin to the end of a lengthy and productive road trip for … Continue reading →

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