If there is one thing everyone knows about me, it's that I am an Oklahoma City Thunder Enthusiast through and through. My twitter is basically a Thunder fanpage (subtle plug: follow me @ellier57) and a Steven Adams shrine.
It was a long and hard road, and at times we didn't think it would happen, but the OKC Thunder are officially in the playoffs.
So let's get to the point. I think the Thunder have an actual, legitimate chance of making it to the Western Conference Finals this year. Maybe even the NBA Finals (wishful thinking). Here's why.
Round 1 Matchup
Damian Lillard & the Blazers remember: Russell Westbrook has been busting that ass for years. https://t.co/Nqzet8QqmP— Alex. (@Alex.) 1554953798.0
OKC Thunder vs Portland Trailblazers. If there's one thing any devoted Thunder fan can simultaneously gripe and celebrate about is Russell Westbrook's beef with...well, everyone.
And when Russ has beef with someone, he will undoubtedly show up and show out for any chance to outshine them.
i.e., Damian Lillard, Trailblazers Point Guard. This'll be a fun matchup, folks.
Playoff P
PLAYOFF P CAME EARLY THIS SEASON. https://t.co/1qc34j1IM5— Up The Thunder (@Up The Thunder) 1554869042.0
AKA Paul George, just in playoff mode.
Team Chemistry
I love this team. #ThunderUp https://t.co/9rhAe6S6bp— Up The Thunder (@Up The Thunder) 1544065751.0
Let me say it again, CHEMISTRY. Look at that support! That sportsmanship!! That love!!! GO OFF!
Russell Westbrook
When he's on, at least. Especially come playoffs season, Russ is unstoppable.
This Bracket
Good morning, beautiful. 🥰 https://t.co/1dzbiFaIUp— Up The Thunder (@Up The Thunder) 1554989440.0
Like Antonio Daniels said, "One Year ago, Denver didn't make the playoffs. OKC, San Antonio, and Portland were all eliminated first round. One year later...one of these 4 teams will be in the [Western Conference Finals]!!"
And lastly, the ticket that has been in my phone case for a few weeks
I'm not a superstitious person until it comes to the NBA. And I'm just saying, we have been 5-0 since that ticket has been in my phone case, so you can bet it'll stay there till the season is over.
However, the Thunder are notorious for losing games they should win and winning games they shouldn't have a chance at. So, just in case I am completely wrong on all of this, they could really pull a Thunder and get eliminated first round. There, I said it.
Anyway, Thunder Up!!!
