Thunder vs. Pacers: Thread

Well, OKC won. Harden and Shakur had good games.

Mullens rested. As expected, Ibaka and Maynor did not play.

Cole (did not play) was with the group and mentioned he was coming to OKC after the game.

Reid played like a tiny version of Collison.

Weaver forced a couple of jump balls. He also had a steal. So solid D, but not much else.

Speaking of D, I’m renaming #30 Robert Va’en.

The Pacers showed up late to the shoot around so OKC dominated in the opening minutes.

Evan Turner running into many of same problems James Harden has so far—not exceptionally athletic, and not a great shooter. Needs to adjust

Just always taking what the defense gives him. RT @ebosshoops Glad to hear on Shakur. He still using that bread and butter spin move of his?

Just not sure Harden will be playing anywhere close to the type of role he is here, and I wonder if he can get by guys at the same rate.

He’s (Harden)also been extremely inconsistent w/his jumper, particularly w/his feet set, which is something he’s obviously going to need to work on.

Harden has gotten to the free throw line like a machine all week here in Orlando, something I question whether he can do in the NBA.

For those asking, Harden only played in 1st half. Took lots of shots, did some damage. Looked good, not great here this week. Jury still out

Mustafa Shakur has turned himself into a legit NBA player. Basketball IQ, court vision, perimeter shooting— all dramatically improved.

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Love or Jefferson has to be on the move.

OKC?