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Five Observations from OKC’s 118-101 Win over Phoenix

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder started the game in dominating fashion, jumping out  to a 32-13 first quarter lead. The Thunder continued their domination of the Suns into the second half, taking a 28 point lead early in the third quarter. So, you’d think the starters would likely get to sit the fourth…MORE

Five Observations From OSU’s Heartbreaking 48-47 Loss in Bedlam

By Michael Doutey Oklahoma State comes up short in another thrilling Bedlam game, losing 48-47 to the University of Oklahoma in Norman on Saturday. Oklahoma State falls to 5-5 on the season with two games to go. OSU has two weeks to find at least one more win to gain bowl eligibility. But here are…MORE

Five Observations From OKC’s Dominant 98-80 Win over Houston

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder went from playing one of their ugliest games of the the year last night, gutting out a 95-86 win over the hapless Cleveland Cavaliers, to blowing out the Houston Rockets by 18 points the very next night. I really didn’t think the Thunder had a chance on the…MORE

Five Observations from OKC’s 95-86 Win over Cleveland

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder played their third game of the season without Russell Westbrook, the first since Westbrook sprained his left ankle on Monday night. And as we have witnessed over the years, the Thunder struggle to win games without Russ in the lineup. Tonight’s game did nothing to dissuade that line…MORE

5 Observations from OKC’s 122-116 Win over New Orleans

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder hang on for their fifth win in a row, taking down the New Orleans Pelicans 122-166 Monday night in Oklahoma City. The Thunder were without star Russell Westbrook, who injured his ankle in the third quarter and did not return. For a moment the Thunder were stunned but…MORE

Five Observations from OSU’s 35-31 Heartbreaking Loss to Baylor

By Michael Doutey The Cardiac Cowboys were at it again. Oklahoma State held a three point lead late in the game. And as the phrase goes, when you play with fire eventually you get burned. The Cowboys got burned today, blowing a 10 point fourth quarter lead to Baylor, falling 35-31. This game was one…MORE

5 Observations from OKC’s Dominant 134-111 Win over Washington

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder finished off their two-game road trip with two wins, finishing it off with a dominant 134-111 win over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. The Thunder got off to a bit of a sluggish start, which was to be somewhat expected. The Thunder had just played the night…MORE

Five Observations From OKC’s 111-107 Win over the Hornets

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder looked dead in the water down 19 points with 7:20 left to go in the third quarter. The Charlotte Hornets started the second half on a blistering 18-3 run. Then the Thunder caught fire, lead by an unlikely character in Alex Abrines. The Thunder surged back, climbing out…MORE

Five Observations from OKC’s Impressive 128-110 Win Over the LA Clippers

By Michael Doutey The Oklahoma City Thunder are officially on a winning streak, winning tonight’s game 128-110 over the Los Angeles Clippers. The Thunder really struggled in the first half defensively, either allowing easy baskets or committing fouls. The Clippers were 19-24 from the free throw line in the first half. OKC kept sending the…MORE

10 Observations from OSU’s Upset Win over #6 Texas

By Michael Doutey ONE: Taylor Cornelius Corn was the man of the night. He’s been heavily criticized by everyone, including myself, nearly all season, especially since his performance at Kansas State two weeks ago. I had a feeling that his leash was going to be fairly short this game. If he really struggled, I wouldn’t…MORE

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