The Oklahoma City are one of the weakest teams in the NBA, and playing in the Western Conference doesn't exactly help the team's cause. Despite this, there's a loyal base of fans in Oklahoma City, happy to see their team play whenever they have the chance to.
Most of the source of any excitement in Oklahoma City, despite the team's struggles, has to do with Kevin Durant. Additionally, the Thunder are still the new team in town in Oklahoma City, so the idea of a major sports franchise there is till a gift to the city's residents. It's the first of its kind.
On the other hand, all basketball fans in Seattle have to be upset. The Sonics were a respectable NBA franchise, and their days were ended when ownership decided to relocate the franchise to Oklahoma City, subsequently renaming them the Thunder too. As the state of basketball is in the midst of a financial struggle with the economy, it might be years before Seattle sees another basketball team.
An NBA superstar in the making, the hopes of this franchise rest in the hands of Kevin Durant. He could easily win the scoring title in 09-10, and should probably make the All-Star team too.
In order to win games, the Thunder must rely on Kevin Durant. As he's in his early 20s, there's plenty of upside in his game so one could definitely expect him to improve.
Kevin Durant will lead the charge in Oklahoma City and should lead the team in multiple categories. Don't be surprised to see some 50+ point games out of him too. Additionally, much of the offense should run through him.
Then there are Russell Westbrook and Jeff Green, two very talented players in their own respects. They'll be of help for sure.
Thunder fans should enjoy Kevin Durant and his scoring ability. Even if the team has another bad season record wise - Durant should give ESPN many top ten plays.
Most of the source of any excitement in Oklahoma City, despite the team's struggles, has to do with Kevin Durant. Additionally, the Thunder are still the new team in town in Oklahoma City, so the idea of a major sports franchise there is till a gift to the city's residents. It's the first of its kind.
On the other hand, all basketball fans in Seattle have to be upset. The Sonics were a respectable NBA franchise, and their days were ended when ownership decided to relocate the franchise to Oklahoma City, subsequently renaming them the Thunder too. As the state of basketball is in the midst of a financial struggle with the economy, it might be years before Seattle sees another basketball team.
An NBA superstar in the making, the hopes of this franchise rest in the hands of Kevin Durant. He could easily win the scoring title in 09-10, and should probably make the All-Star team too.
In order to win games, the Thunder must rely on Kevin Durant. As he's in his early 20s, there's plenty of upside in his game so one could definitely expect him to improve.
Kevin Durant will lead the charge in Oklahoma City and should lead the team in multiple categories. Don't be surprised to see some 50+ point games out of him too. Additionally, much of the offense should run through him.
Then there are Russell Westbrook and Jeff Green, two very talented players in their own respects. They'll be of help for sure.
Thunder fans should enjoy Kevin Durant and his scoring ability. Even if the team has another bad season record wise - Durant should give ESPN many top ten plays.
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