Oklahoma City Thunder: Five Questions Going Into The Season

May 30, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12, left) controls the basketball against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12, right) during the third quarter in game seven of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Thunder 96-88. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
May 30, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12, left) controls the basketball against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12, right) during the third quarter in game seven of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Thunder 96-88. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 30, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan (left) instructs guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the second quarter in game seven of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Thunder 96-88. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
May 30, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan (left) instructs guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the second quarter in game seven of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Thunder 96-88. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Will Coach Donovan let Westbrook be Westbrook?

Russell Westbrook picked up where he left off last season Monday against Real Madrid. He notched 18 points, three rebounds, and four assists in just 22 minutes of game action. Westbrook has the keys to the offense and free range to do what he does.

However, when the shot stops falling will coach Billy Donovan attempt to control the three-point shots that Westbrook loves to take?

Normally, I would say no. With players of Westbrooks caliber, the coach is less likely to take a stand against that player. However, Donovan will have to remain steadfast in his approach with Westbrook.

Keeping his superstar happy is a priority, this along with keeping the team in a strong offensive rhythm. Both Donovan and Westbrook will have to work together in order to maintain the stability of the offense during this season.