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Figuring out What Went Wrong in OKC Thunder's Second-Round Loss

It's easy to think that Russell Westbrook's injury is really what went wrong for the Oklahoma City Thunder in their second-round defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies, but there's a whole lot more to it. Sure, not having their second-best player and emotional leader on the floor was a big hit to this Thunder team. Show More Summary

Predictions for Oklahoma City Thunder in 2013-14

The Oklahoma City Thunder's offseason began sooner than expected after the Memphis Grizzlies eliminated them in the Western Conference semifinals. Russell Westbrook's meniscus injury damaged OKC's NBA title hopes more than most expected, and now the focus is on regrouping and contending in 2013-14. Show More Summary

Tough lessons from the Oklahoma City Thunder's playoff elimination

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be fine. Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and Serge Ibaka are all young and signed to long-term extensions. The only major free agent decision to make involves veteran guard Kevin Martin, and there's young...Show More Summary

Kendrick Perkins Had A Historically Bad Playoff Run

If you want to find the most obvious reason that the Oklahoma City Thunder were unable to advance past the second round of the playoffs, your search will end with the words "Russell Westbrook." But Westbrook's absence wasn't the only thing holding the Thunder back. Show More Summary

Oklahoma City Thunder Proved One Superstar Is No Longer Enough In The NBA

When Russell Westbrook was lost from the playoffs with an injury, there was a lot of pressure put on Kevin Durant to see if he could carry the Oklahoma City Thunder. And in the end, he could not. Below is a look at the combined points/rebounds/assists...Show More Summary

Bashing Sam Presti? Did Everyone Forget Russell Westbrook WAS INJURED?

For years, Presti looks like a genius, but then Westbrook gets hurt, Kevin Martin and Kendrick Perkins struggle, Jeff Green plays well, and PRESTI IS NO GENIUS.

Breaking Down OKC Thunder's James Harden and Russell Westbrook What-Ifs

Now that the Oklahoma City Thunder have been bounced from the playoffs by the Memphis Grizzlies in the conference semifinals, it will surely spark a summer of "what-ifs?" Kevin Durant was able to will the Thunder past the Houston Rockets, and then rally them for a Game 1 win over the Grizzlies. Show More Summary

Kevin Durant Was Bound to Come Up Short in NBA Playoffs

Kevin Durant had to put the Oklahoma City Thunder on his back after they lost Russell Westbrook early in the playoffs. But one man, superstar or not, can only lift so much weight. The reality is, when Westbrook went down with a slight...Show More Summary

Russell Westbrook's Injury Wasn't Only Thing That Derailed Thunder's Title Hopes

Many Oklahoma City fans will look back on this season and point to the moment when Russell Westbrook went down as the reason for their playoff demise. Yet as much of an impact as it had on the Thunder and their offense, Westbrook's injury wasn't the only thing that derailed their title hopes. Show More Summary

Oklahoma City Thunder Eliminated from NBA Playoffs After 88-84 Loss to Grizzlies

The Oklahoma City Thunder were bounced from the Western Conference semifinals by the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, 88-84. Minus Russell Westbrook, the Thunder shot 37 percent from the floor against the Grizzlies. Both Serge Ibaka and...Show More Summary

Watch Russell Westbrook Live the Dream in New Commercial

With Russell Westbrook sitting out the rest of the season with a torn meniscus, a new commercial for Champs Sports and Nike's Jordan Brand is at least a nice look at the dude on two feet, rather than up in the stands. Dropping today is My new @ champssports spot with # jordan. Show More Summary

Macklemore Vents on Twitter About NBA Team Using His Song

In 2008, the NBA's Seattle Supersonics left the Emerald City to become the Oklahoma City Thunder. They've since gone on to become one of the league's hottest young teams, powered by superstars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. Seattle...Show More Summary

For Discussion: D Wade VS. Russell Westbrook For The Crown Of Worst Dressed NBA Player In The Game

Russell Westbrook And Dwyane Wade Battle For Worst Dressed There’s no question: Russell Westbrook and Dwyane Wade are the worst-dressed professional athletes in the world right now. Wade goes around looking like a pinata while Westbrook looks like Black Pee

Russell Westbrook Shot This Inspiring Ad Exactly 2 Weeks Before His Season Ending Injury

Exactly two weeks before Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook suffered a season-ending meniscus tear, he shot footage for this inspiring ad for Champs Sports and Jordan. Even though he had to spend most of the NBA playoffs on the sidelines, marking the first time he missed a game, the sponsors decided to show their support anyway. Show More Summary

Russell Westbrook Stars in Latest Jordan Brand Ad (VIDEO)

Pre-Injured Russell Westbrook Stars in New Champs/Jordan Brand Spot

As you may know, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Russell Westbrook suffered a season-ending knee injury in the first round of NBA Playoffs. Instead of flying in for dunks, Westbrook has watched the rest of his team’s games with crutches by his side. Show More Summary

Memphis Grizzlies vs. OKC Thunder: Game 5 Preview, Schedule and Predictions

After making it to the NBA Finals a year ago, the Oklahoma City Thunder are on the brink of elimination with just one win in the first four games of the second round against the Memphis Grizzlies. Without Russell Westbrook, OklahomaShow More Summary

2013 NBA Playoffs: Kevin Durant Finds Life Isn't Easy Without Russell Westbrook

After falling 103-97 in overtime to the Memphis Grizzlies Monday night the Oklahoma City Thunder learned something very important: it’s really hard to replace Russell Westbrook. It’s not just the 23.2 points per game. It’s not even the 7.4 assists or 5.2 rebounds either. Show More Summary

Breaking down Kevin Durant's shot attempts late in Game 4 vs. Grizzlies

Tom Ziller has already written about why it'd be foolish to blame Kevin Durant for the Oklahoma City Thunder's 3-1 deficit in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Without Russell Westbrook, Durant has effectively shouldered a massive load with a supporting cast that hasn't come through. Show More Summary

Grading Every OKC Thunder Player's 2nd-Round Performance So Far

No one really expected the playoff path for the Oklahoma City Thunder to be easy without Russell Westbrook, and their current series against the Memphis Grizzlies is proving that point. Coming into this series, the Thunder were still trying to get their footing on offense without their floor leader. Show More Summary