Monday 20 May
OKG Newsletter
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Thunder will learn from playing deep into playoffs
The difference between winning and losing was finishing
Thunder’s success ahead of schedule
The Thunder don’t seem to operate on the same clock of all the prognosticators
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I can’t remember the exact game, but it was definitely December of 2008 and the Thunder were definitely something like 2-25. And I was definitely a little bummed out.
Thunder shouldn’t take the Memphis Grizzlies lightly
With the series tied 1-1, OKC could be looking ahead too soon
Four reasons you should hate the Nuggets
Because Perkins is teaching the Thunder how to hate
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I’m not big on the idea of forcing a rivalry. I’ve always said rivalries just sort of happen and, in most cases, are forged from the playoffs.
Is the ‘rip move’ a rip-off or a smart tactic?
Either way, Kevin Durant loves it
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If you’re not familiar, which I can’t believe how you wouldn’t be, it’s the move where KD baits the defender to stick his hand close and then swings his arms up drawing a shooting foul.
Perkins makes a scary, mean mentor for Ibaka
Ibaka's play is improving under mentorship
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It’s a key in any good mentor-protégé relationship. You need a strong, vocal leader with experience. It’s why Jerry Seinfeld was such a good mentor to Kenny Bania.
Tips to avoid the anxiety of getting bumped
Because the nosebleeds are way up there.
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It’s the sports fan’s mirage, the oasis in the desert: You’re upper level, looking down on the action and wondering, “What would this game look like from down there?”
Random thoughts on the Oklahoma City Thunder
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What’s the best way to riff on different things you’ve been thinking about but don’t really have a reason or hook to write about them? Rank them, that’s what.
It’s a Thunderful life for OKC hoops fans
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It’s Friday night in Oklahoma City. Sheridan Avenue is dark. Sidewalks down Reno are mostly empty. Traffic is light all over.
Five New Year’s resolutions for the OKC Thunder
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What’s a guy to do when the year turns over and he’s got a commentary due soon? Why write a New Year’s resolution piece over the topic he covers, that’s what!
Three things we've learned about the OKC Thunder
Music
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That's what happens when a summer of hype and expectation leads into a new season: If things don't start out amazing, it feels like everyone should be disappointed.
