Thunderous Intentions 8 hours ago
OKC Thunder: Dropping the negative narrative around Russell Westbrook’s game
We are now in All-Star weekend, and OKC Thunder’s Russell Westbrook is still taking heavy criticism for his style of play, but people need to realize the success lying behind his triple-doubles. Sitting 57 games into the 2018-2019 season, the OKC Thunder are playing their best basketball since the departure of Kevin Durant. Yet, Russell […] OKC Thunder: Dropping the negative narrative around Russell Westbrook’s game - Thunderous Intentions - Thunderous Intentions - An Oklahoma City Thunder Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
ClutchPoints 13 hours ago
Video: Russell Westbrook passes on dunk attempt and lets Thunder teammate Paul George launch a three-pointer
One of the biggest storylines about the Oklahoma City Thunder this season is the 2017 NBA MVP Russell Westbrook taking a back seat to allow Paul George to be the team’s primary option on offense. The Brodie seems to have carried that mindset into the All-Star Game. Get yourself a friend that looks out for […] The post Video: Russell Westbrook passes on dunk attempt and lets Thunder teammate Paul George launch a three-pointer appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 14 hours ago
Video: Paul George throws down slick 360 dunk
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George has rejuvenated his NBA career since re-signing with the Western Conference powerhouse this past offseason. Forming quite the one-two punch alongside Thunder point guard and triple-double machine Russell Westbrook, George has begun to emerge as a serious MVP candidate. With George and Westbrook both taking center stage alongside one […] The post Video: Paul George throws down slick 360 dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 20 hours ago
How good would the Thunder be if Kevin Durant, James Harden stayed in OKC?
The 2018-19 season has been a historic one for James Harden, who has been on an offensive tear for nearly two months and counting. Ditto for Russell Westbrook, whose triple-double exploits are still impressive, even without as much fanfare. Let’s not forget Kevin Durant, who continues to play at a high level, as the defending […] The post How good would the Thunder be if Kevin Durant, James Harden stayed in OKC? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunderous Intentions Feb 17, 2019
OKC Thunder star Russell Westbrook active All-Star weekend: fashion, family, PG, KD, GOATs and more
As OKC Thunder superstar Russell Westbrook prepares for his eighth All-Star appearance TI dives into his activities and lit sound bites at the 2019 NBA All-Star weekend. Day two of the 2019 NBA All-Star weekend is successfully in the books with only the feature event remaining. OKC Thunder superstars will be in action tonight as Russell […] OKC Thunder star Russell Westbrook active All-Star weekend: fashion, family, PG, KD, GOATs and more - Thunderous Intentions - Thunderous Intentions - An Oklahoma City Thunder Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
ClutchPoints Feb 16, 2019
Warriors’ Kevin Durant says there’s ‘nice synergy’ between Thunder’s Paul George, Russell Westbrook
Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant says there’s “nice synergy” between Oklahoma City Thunder stars Paul George and Russell Westbrook. Behind the stellar play of George and Westbrook, the Thunder are 37-20 on the season, good for third place in the Western Conference standings. PG is an MVP candidate, while Westbrook is averaging a triple-double […] The post Warriors’ Kevin Durant says there’s ‘nice synergy’ between Thunder’s Paul George, Russell Westbrook appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 16, 2019
Russell Westbrook says ‘next question’ when asked if he’ll be able to get along with Joel Embiid in NBA All-Star Game
It’s no secret that Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook and Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid don’t get along. The pair have been at odds since December of 2017, and drama has followed the pair every time they have faced each other since. That drama was turned up to 11 when the two both […] The post Russell Westbrook says ‘next question’ when asked if he’ll be able to get along with Joel Embiid in NBA All-Star Game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 16, 2019
Joel Embiid is ‘willing to make it work’ with Russell Westbrook during All-Star Game
Sixers center Joel Embiid and Thunder guard Russell Westbrook have had a rocky relationship during their time in the NBA, but with the two of the set to play on the same team tomorrow, Embiid said he’s willing to work out their issues. On the other side, Joel Embiid says hes willing to make it […] The post Joel Embiid is ‘willing to make it work’ with Russell Westbrook during All-Star Game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 16, 2019
Kevin Durant says relationship with Thunder star Russell Westbrook ‘was never in a bad place’
When Kevin Durant made his exit from the Oklahoma City Thunder and went to the Golden State Warriors, many in the basketball community thought that there was very bad blood between Durant and his former teammate Russell Westbrook. According to Durant, however, that was never the case. KD on Westbrook, the criticism his former point […] The post Kevin Durant says relationship with Thunder star Russell Westbrook ‘was never in a bad place’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunderous Intentions Feb 15, 2019
OKC Thunder: Russell Westbrook adds all-time franchise points leader to list of accomplishments
The OKC Thunder may have lost their final match entering the break but it sure wasn’t due to a lack of effort from Russell Westbrook who became the all-time leading scorer of the franchise. As Thunderous Intentions noted in the OKC Thunder post-game grades the final games played prior to the break are often the most […] OKC Thunder: Russell Westbrook adds all-time franchise points leader to list of accomplishments - Thunderous Intentions - Thunderous Intentions - An Oklahoma City Thunder Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
ClutchPoints Feb 15, 2019
Pelicans star Anthony Davis’ shoulder injury diagnosed as muscle contusion
The New Orleans Pelicans did not have an entirely lovely night on Valentine’s Day. Although they took down Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder at home, 131-122, they saw star big man Anthony Davis leave the game with an apparent shoulder injury during the waning moments of the first half. In a recent update […] The post Pelicans star Anthony Davis’ shoulder injury diagnosed as muscle contusion appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 15, 2019
Thunder star Russell Westbrook after recording 11th triple-double in a row: ‘I have so much room for improvement’
Russell Westbrook isn’t satisfied with making history. Despite extending his league record of games with a triple-double to 11 on Thursday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar still wants more. Asked by ESPN’s Tim MacMahon for an assessment of where his game stands heading into the All-Star break, Westbrook expressed extreme confidence in his ability […] The post Thunder star Russell Westbrook after recording 11th triple-double in a row: ‘I have so much room for improvement’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 14, 2019
Thunder PG Russell Westbrook records 11th straight triple-double
Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Russell Westbrook has notched 11 straight triple-doubles. Per Royce Young of ESPN, this is his 24th triple-double of the season with lots of time left in regulation. He finished the game with 44 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists. Russell Westbrook with his 24th triple-double of the season, and 11th straight: […] The post Thunder PG Russell Westbrook records 11th straight triple-double appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 14, 2019
Video: Thunder star Russell Westbrook arrives at Pelicans arena carrying a huge heart-shaped box
Russell Westbrook’s pre-game attire is the stuff of internet legend. While an entire subset of fashion-forward people no doubt appreciate his clothing on a different level of which could even conceive, a far larger group uses the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar’s fondness for head-turning outfits for playful criticism and easy laughs. How either side will […] The post Video: Thunder star Russell Westbrook arrives at Pelicans arena carrying a huge heart-shaped box appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 14, 2019
Russell Westbrook passes Gary Payton for Thunder/Sonics all-time points leader
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook is now the best scorer in the OKC/Seattle SuperSonics franchise history. Russell Westbrook passed Hall of Famer Gary Payton on Thursday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Gary Payton scored 18,207 points with the SuperSonics, but Russell Westbrook was all set to pass him as he entered Thursday with […] The post Russell Westbrook passes Gary Payton for Thunder/Sonics all-time points leader appeared first on ClutchPoints.
