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Oklahoma City Thunder: Are they legit contenders?

OKC Thunder: 3-game losing streak could hurt team’s playoff bid

Oklahoma City Thunder: 3 big questions following 2019 NBA All-Star break

Oklahoma City Thunder: Paul George’s MVP case

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Oklahoma City Thunder: 3 ways Markieff Morris can help the team

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 9: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder high fives his teammates during the game against the Houston Rockets on February 9, 2019 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Oklahoma City Thunder: 3 goals following 2019 NBA All-Star break

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OKC Thunder: Time to stop downplaying Russell Westbrook’s triple-doubles

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - FEBRUARY 5: Steven Adams #12 of the Oklahoma City Thunder blocks the shot of Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic on February 5, 2019 at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Long starting lineup causing problems for opposing teams

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Oklahoma City Thunder: 5 buyout players to consider signing

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 29: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder (left) celebrates with Russell Westbrook #0 against the Orlando Magic during the first half at Amway Center on January 29, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Oklahoma City Thunder: 5 reasons they can win the West

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- FEBRUARY 7: Paul George #13 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder hi-five on February 7, 2019 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Team playing well close to the All-Star break

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OKC Thunder: Paul George crossing threshold to superstardom

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Oklahoma City Thunder: Dennis Schroder’s case for Sixth Man of the Year

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 21: The Oklahoma City Thunder huddles up against the New York Knicks on January 21, 2019 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Despite bad 3-point shooting, OKC Thunder still a contender out West

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Oklahoma City Thunder: One trade with each NBA team

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- JANUARY 12: Jerami Grant #9 and Dennis Schroder #17 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrate a victory over San Antonio Spurs on January 12, 2019 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Two players who have improved their 3-point shot

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- JANUARY 8: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 8, 2019 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Paul George should have taken the last shot

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 02: Brandon Ingram #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers grabs a rebound from Abdel Nader #11 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Staples Center on January 02, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Abdel Nader can provide scoring off the bench

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - DECEMBER 22: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball against the Utah Jazz on December 22, 2018 at vivint.SmartHome Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Paul George’s MVP-caliber December

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- DECEMBER 17: Steven Adams #12 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives to the basket during the game against the Chicago Bulls on December 17, 2018 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Steven Adams solidifying himself as a good third option

BROOKLYN, NY - DECEMBER 5: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder talks with the media after the game against the Brooklyn Nets on December 5, 2018 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Paul George explosion just another sign this could be the OKC Thunder’s year

NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 05: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates a shot against the Brooklyn Nets during their game at the Barclays Center on December 5, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Paul George is better than we think he is

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Oklahoma City Thunder: Dennis Schroder making case for Sixth Man of the Year

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- NOVEMBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball against Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 28, 2018 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Could Russell Westbrook average a triple-double for the third straight year?

OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 21: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball during the game against the Golden State Warriors on November 21, 2018 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: Dennis Schroder finding his groove to help offense

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 17: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder high fives teammates as he is introduced before the game against the Phoenix Suns on November 17, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKC Thunder: With Russell Westbrook out, Paul George has stepped up

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Oklahoma City Thunder: 3 takeaways from 5-game win streak

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - NOVEMBER 5: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans on November 5, 2018 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook’s injury will hurt but OKC Thunder should be fine