The Thunder will hold an open practice on October 20th. Doors open at 5:30 and it's general admission.
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Friday, October 10, 2008
Oklahoma City at Sacramento
What I am looking forward to seeing tonight (and I don't mean The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Lyric Theatre)
-More minutes for Russell Westbrook and Johan Petro.
-Less minutes for Collison and Wilcox.
-Something positive from Jeff Green.
-Fewer turnovers.
-Better reception from the KSBI feed.
-More minutes for Russell Westbrook and Johan Petro.
-Less minutes for Collison and Wilcox.
-Something positive from Jeff Green.
-Fewer turnovers.
-Better reception from the KSBI feed.
Quick Hits
Just some quick thoughts on the first preseason game in Oklahoma City Thunder history.
-Russell Westbrook has "it". Whatever "it" ultimately winds up being remains to be seen. Wednesday night he had lots of energy and showed off the athleticism that helped make him the 4th overall draft pick. He also seems to have a pretty natural feel for splitting defenses and for getting to the basket at will.
-Damien Wilkins and Johan Petro were nice surprises. If Wilkins can maintain that consistency and average, say, 10 points a game that would be a big help. Petro needs to imitate a true Center long enough to give Collison and/or Wilcox a breather. If he can grab some boards and play some D that will be just fine.
-Better shooting from KD, Collison and Jeff Green will come.
-Collison and Wilcox play really well together.
-I wasn't sold on the away uni's until Mike Sherman of The Oklahoman made the following made the point that, "Spelling it out is a political statement. This team is representing the city and the taxpayers who made its presence here possible. And the ownership group is broadcasting that to the world and every NBA city the Thunder visits by wearing “Oklahoma City” across the franchise’s chest. It’s a sign of appreciation, respect and gratitude. Good call, Clay."
I don't expect the uniforms to be around too long but from that perspective it now makes more sense.
-Russell Westbrook has "it". Whatever "it" ultimately winds up being remains to be seen. Wednesday night he had lots of energy and showed off the athleticism that helped make him the 4th overall draft pick. He also seems to have a pretty natural feel for splitting defenses and for getting to the basket at will.
-Damien Wilkins and Johan Petro were nice surprises. If Wilkins can maintain that consistency and average, say, 10 points a game that would be a big help. Petro needs to imitate a true Center long enough to give Collison and/or Wilcox a breather. If he can grab some boards and play some D that will be just fine.
-Better shooting from KD, Collison and Jeff Green will come.
-Collison and Wilcox play really well together.
-I wasn't sold on the away uni's until Mike Sherman of The Oklahoman made the following made the point that, "Spelling it out is a political statement. This team is representing the city and the taxpayers who made its presence here possible. And the ownership group is broadcasting that to the world and every NBA city the Thunder visits by wearing “Oklahoma City” across the franchise’s chest. It’s a sign of appreciation, respect and gratitude. Good call, Clay."
I don't expect the uniforms to be around too long but from that perspective it now makes more sense.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Here We Go
Hello. I am a 30 year old lifelong resident of Oklahoma City. My dream growing up has been to live in a city with a professional sports franchise and to have season tickets. My hometown now has that team in the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Summer of 2008 has seen the circumstances and feelings of the move be discussed ad nauseum so I will not get into it here. It's over, it's done and now it's about basketball.
My goal with this blog is to offer a fans perspective of the team and to hopefully offer a glimpse that fans outside of the city or state might not get to read about or see for themselves. I will also offer my own commentary on the games, players, news and notes surrounding the team. Full disclosure; I am a horrific basketball player. I can execute a weave drill, a pick and roll and little else. That said, as I learn the team I think I can offer some coherent and hopefully interesting opinions.
I am lucky enough to be a season ticket holder. My dream is now reality. Hopefully the Thunder will win a few.
My goal with this blog is to offer a fans perspective of the team and to hopefully offer a glimpse that fans outside of the city or state might not get to read about or see for themselves. I will also offer my own commentary on the games, players, news and notes surrounding the team. Full disclosure; I am a horrific basketball player. I can execute a weave drill, a pick and roll and little else. That said, as I learn the team I think I can offer some coherent and hopefully interesting opinions.
I am lucky enough to be a season ticket holder. My dream is now reality. Hopefully the Thunder will win a few.
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