Thunder Up! - OVER.

[Martti.]

Except the Bucks game, Durant was a monster scorer!

[mp3]

Awesome picture quality , love the Jeff Green dunk vs Spurs ... Epic !

Some huge games for Westbrook too.

[Justine.]

Thunder striked Minnesota behind Durant and Westbrook
86 @ 101

OKLAHOMA CITY—Despite of finger injuries, Kevin Durant still scored 26 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder ran past the Minnesota Timberwolves, 101-86.

Having a discolated finger, Durant insist to sit out and decided to play the game, his minutes was limited though to only 26, Russell Westbrook helped Durant and added 21 of his own on 8-10 shooting. Serge Ibaka came off the bench and netted 17 points. Jeff Green had 13 points and a season high five steals.

Thunder won their fourth straight while the Timberwolves dropped their third. "He's unguardable even if he's injured," said Corey Brewer who led the Wolves by his 23 points. Michael Beasley chipped in 16 while Jonny Flynn had 13, Kevin Love was silent that game and scored only eight points in 30 minutes.



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Simmed Games
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Player of the Game: James Harden - 24 points, 7-8 FG, 6-6 3PT in 17 minutes



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Player of the Game: Danny Granger - 44 points, four rebounds, five assists



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Player of the Game: Yao Ming - 18 points, 12 rebounds, 7-9 FG



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Player of the Game: Kevin Durant - 47 points, four rebounds

[mp3]

Did you win thoses simmed games ?

Good job with the Twolves by way.

[Justine.]

Oh sorry forgot to note there. Unfortunately the sim engine dislikes me

[Bucket]

Don't sim more games.
Nice game by KD against Wolves.

[kibaxx7]

Yeah, stop the simming man. The Japanese is having some interesting games.

[Justine.]

Youngsters on top

- Started the season with a 7-0 record and now holding a conference best 13-5. The young squad is now leading the Western Conference and second in the league. It's all because of their efficient scorer Kevin Durant, he's scoring 30.8 points per game (second in the league), grabbing almost eight rebounds a game, however he's still need to improve his sharing ability and passing because his only averaging 1.3 assists per game. Another significant player on the team is Russell Westbrook, he's continuing to blossom his career and playing effectively for the team, Westbrook is scoring 19.1 points dishing 7.1 points, he needs to cut his 3.2 turnover rate however. Rookie signee from Japan, Eiji Sawakita is a gem for the team and currently on the Rookie Ladder race. Jeff Green is underachieving and scoring only 11.9 points, it's still the first month though.

The team still needing a rebounder, the size advantage had cost the Thunder against the Lakers series last Playoffs, and they are looking for a player who can grab the boards, fill the space and defend big man in the post. There's Serge Ibaka who's blocking shots and rebounding but still, they need a legit center if they want to be a really dangerous team.

Soaring high

- Joe Johnson's contract is currently paying off. After signing a questionable contract for 6 years and earning himself $123.66 million, Joe is playing at his best right now and didn't want to disappoint. His scoring 23.4 points per game, 5.4 assists per game and a career high 2.4 steals per game. Johnson is learning his new position, a small forward after their new coach Larry Drew mixed their lineup a bit and decided to insert Jamal Crawford into the starting lineup, the last year Sixth Man of the Year is currently averaging a career high 22.9 points, on 52% shooting, 40% in treys. His contract is still expiring, and teams are trying to bait him. Josh Smith and Al Horford maybe one of the powerful backcourt in the league. J-Smoove is shooting the ball very well by his 55% FG (fifth in the league), and Horford is averaging a double-double, 11.3 points and 12.3 rebounds per game. The Hawks are currently 14-4 tied with the Miami Heat. Can the Hawks maintain their flight?

Success in Bay Area

- The Warriors actually good! Yes, you heard it right. They are sitting atop in points per game category, by scoring a 110.5 points per game all because of their dynamic scorer Monta Ellis. The Warriors is now 12-6 after November and better than last year. Ellis is leading the team by his 27.9 points (seventh in the league), what is surprising about Monta is his sharing the basketball and scoring nonstop at the same time, he's dishing 6 assists per game, a career-best. Sophomore Stephen Curry is on the spotlight too, scoring 22.7 points, upping his last year average by 5 points, he's shooting 54% in the field, 47% in three. Free agent signee David Lee finally found his team in the Warriors, averaging a double-double, Lee might play on his second All-Star game. He's scoring 21.8 points, grabbing 10.9 rebounds. Three 20 plus scorer in a team, if they continue to play like this, they might squeek to the Playoffs.


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Fine like wine

- The 32 year old forward Stephen Jackson is playing his best basketball of his career right now. Captain Jax is posting a career bests in points, rebounds, FG, 3PT FG categories. His averaging 24.8 points per game on a 48% shooting including 44% in three point, grabbing 5.4 rebounds and helping the Bobcats to repeat their Playoff run last season. The Bobcats now are 10-7. Injuries however is currently bugging the team, Gerald Wallace and Boris Diaw is out of the active roster and sidelined for weeks.

King of the team

- Tyreke Evans opened the season with a bang, by scoring a career-high 52 points. Their center Samuel Dalembert is healthy and crashing the boards by his 11.5 rebounds (fourth in the league), he needs to score more though. By then, he continue to shine, after the first month, Evans is scoring 24.6 points per game, best among the 2009 draft class. By holding a neutral 8-8 record, we can say that the Kings are on their way to improvement and Evans will be the main key.

LeBron who?

- Despite the team record, Antawn Jamison is relaxed and playing at his best after the leader has gone. Now he found his new role, the captain of the team. His leading the Cavaliers and scoring 25 points per game, a career best, 8.8 rebounds, and also shooting 51% on the field. The Cavaliers might drop in the postseason, but it's too early too tell, all we know is, Jamison is now on his old form and maybe make the All-Star team again.

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- Orlando Magic strengthen their roster by their blockbuster trades in just their first month, Magic acquired Gilbert Arenas, Hedo Turkoglu, Jason Richardson on a two separate deals. They part ways somehow with Vince Carter and Rashard Lewis who's playing poorly. Read more...

- Michael Finley found a team again. The San Antonio Spurs re-signed veteran Michael Finley on a 1 year deal. Finley averaged 4.4 points last year with the Celtics and Spurs.



Season Standings


- 13-5
- 13-6
- 12-6
- 11-7
- 10-8
- 10-8
- 9-8
- 8-8
- 10-10
- 9-9
- 9-10
- 8-11
- 6-11
- 6-12
- 5-13



- 14-4
- 14-4
- 13-5
- 12-7
- 10-7
- 10-7
- 11-8
- 9-7
- 8-10
- 6-11
- 7-13
- 6-12
- 5-12
- 5-13
- 2-17

[mp3]

Impressive monthly update love your art work.

Nice scoring game for Tyreke with 52 points but my knicks need to do better

[Martti.]

Really nice presentation of the monthly recap. 2K love Captain Jack, he's beast in mine too. lol @ the Pistons 2-17 record. On pace to win 10 games.

[kibaxx7]

Lovin' it Justine Spurs 10-8...

[Bucket]

I Like Pistons Record

[Mandich]

You are really putting a lot of effort into this , it looks nice

[dare]

Nice presentation mind if I use the recap style? Jamison is also a beast in my story.

[Justine.]

Thanks for the feedbacks guys, doing the second part. dare, yes you can. I'm also surprised that Jamison is playing very well.

[Justine.]

Month of November Report Part Two

League Leaders



Player Statistics for November



Player Awards

Rookie of the Month in West: Blake Griffin (LAC)
Rookie of the Month in East: John Wall (WAS)

Player of the Month in West: Kevin Durant (OKC)
Player of the Month in East: LeBron James (MIA)

All-Star Voting

Guards: Kobe Bryant (LAL) - 968345 | Deron Williams (UTA) - 709674 | Chris Paul (NO) - 696459 | Brandon Roy (POR) - 576614 | Monta Ellis (GS) - 569292 | Steve Nash (PHX) - 506303 | Manu Ginobili (SA) - 485993 | Jason Kidd (DAL) - 479646 | Russell Westbrook (OKC) - 466820 | Baron Davis (LAC) - 448889

Forwards: Kevin Durant (OKC) - 727151 | Carmelo Anthony (DEN) - 652824 | Pau Gasol (LAL) - 574599 | Dirk Nowitzki (DAL) - 512310 | Rudy Gay (MEM) - 497231 | Tim Duncan (SA) - 422974 | David Lee (GS) - 400069 | Zach Randolph (MEM) - 370784 | Luis Scola (HOU) - 290342 | Blake Griffin (LAC) - 281672

Centers: Yao Ming (HOU) - 394499 | Chris Kaman (LAC) - 329153 | Al Jefferson (UTA) - 258857 | Marcus Camby (POR) - 227750 | Mehmet Okur (UTA) - 222108 | Nene (DEN) - 207675 | Emeka Okafor (NO) - 190815 | Brendan Haywood (DAL) - 173209 | Samuel Dalembert (SAC) - 154956 | Antonio McDyess (SA) - 151878

Guards: Dwyane Wade (MIA) - 885605 | Rajon Rondo (BOS) - 652077 | Joe Johnson (ATL) - 600493 | Derrick Rose (CHI) - 542418 | Stephen Jackson (CHA) - 525461 | Gilbert Arenas (ORL) - 480551 | Andre Iguodala (PHI) - 384217 | John Wall (WAS) - 368431 | Devin Harris (NJ) - 331782 | Darren Collison (IND) - 330539

Forwards: LeBron James (MIA) - 1091499 | Amar'e Stoudemire (NY) - 561268 | Danny Granger (IND) - 486811 | Antawn Jamison (CLE) - 391171 | Kevin Garnett (BOS) - 384230 | Chris Bosh (MIA) - 378998 | Josh Smith (ATL) - 362609 | Paul Pierce (BOS) - 359935 | Gerald Wallace (CHA) - 325551 | Carlos Boozer (CHI) - 311066

Centers: Dwight Howard (ORL) - 541200 | Andrew Bogut (MIL) - 341742 | Al Horford (ATL) - 331838 | Brook Lopez (NJ) - 279143 | Shaquille O'Neal (BOS) - 263788 | Joakim Noah (CHI) - 247714 | Andrea Bargnani (TOR) - 236569 | Roy Hibbert (IND) - 218041 | Ben Wallace (DET) - 211546 | Zydrunas Ilgauskas (MIA) - 138021

[Beast in the East]

To be perfectly honest this is pretty close to the best association i've ever seen on this site, congrats man. I just started a Thunder association tonight. I'm wondering what your planning to do with the roster. Are you thinking of making any trades or are you going to wait till the offseason?

[Justine.]

Wow thanks, as of now, I'm looking for a rebounding, defensive-minded center. That's the weakness of OKC I think, let's see if I can pull some before the deadline.

[kamenballer]

@Justine

Hello, How did you got Eiji in the Association? Did you transfer you MP to your Association? I also want to start My Own Association but I want to use My Player in the Association. Or did you just convert a CF of one the Draftees?

[Pistol]

Damn Justine, this looks great. Much eye candy, keeps the boys with ADD watching. Keep up the good work.

[Kubik]

Awesome presentation! Especially the article about MVP race Great performance from Durant he shoudn't have problem with earining MVP!

[Justine.]

Oklahoma City Thunder VS. Toronto Raptors



Left: Russell Westbrook got tangled up by the screen set up by Leandro Barbosa | Right: Thabo Sefolosha scored two of his 16 points by converting a sweet reverse layup


Left: Westbrook trying to steal the ball from the Spaniard | Right: Speedy Barbosa walking in the air while shooting the ball

Game Notes:

- Thabo Sefolosha went on a perfect shooting night by netting all of his 6 shots attempt, 3 at the three point line. He had 16 points and 4 assists in the game.
- Jeff Green chipped in a season high 27 points on a 11-14 shooting. He also grabbed seven rebounds.
- Thunder shot 71% on treys, 15-21 and 60% overall, 44-73.
- Jarrett Jack was the biggest contributor off the bench in the game, he scored 19 points. However it takes him 20 attempts to do so.
- Six players from Thunder scored double figures.

Lazy to do a recap and pissed off about the loss against the Nets. Sorry for the slow updates, busy from school. Any interested to be in the draft, just send me a PM.

[Justine.]

Oklahoma City Thunder VS. Golden State Warriors


OKLAHOMA CITY—Kevin Durant scored a massive 43 points, grabbed nine rebounds and recorded three assists to help the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 117-102 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors.

Durant hit 17-of-27 field-goal attempts and 8-of-10 free throws as the Thunder (15-6) barely held on after leading by 17 points entering the final quarter.

Monta Ellis had 35 points and four rebounds for the Warriors (13-7). The Warriors will face a tough week, they will cruise on a road trip against the Mavericks, Spurs and will return home to face the Heat.

In the last five minutes Thunder lead was cut down to 3 with the help of David Lee. Lee enjoyed the post a lot and scored 15 of his 35 points in the fourth, he also grabbed eight rebounds in the outing. Stephen Curry's was limited to only 23 minutes of play time because of foul trouble and just scored ten points. Backup guard Jeremy Lin somehow stepped up, the rookie played a career-high 19 minutes and didn't disappoint, Lin scored nine points, grabbed five rebounds and dished five assists.

The Warriors somehow won the rebounding bout, 43-36. They also outperformed the Thunder in the paint, 68-50. Aside from Durant, four players also scored double figures, Russell Westbrook continue to play his best and recorded a double-double, 29 points and 11 assists. Jeff Green added 17 for the Thunder while Serge Ibaka and Thabo Sefolosha chipped in 11 and 10 respectively.






Game Notes:

- Guard Eric Maynor is still out because of an injury and expected to come back after three to four weeks.
- Thunder swatted 6 shot attempts compared to the Warriors' 0.
- Thunder will have 3-game road trip against the Bulls, Timberwolves and Hornets.
- Five players from Thunder scored double figures.

[Martti.]

Your pictures are awesome! Durant and Westbrook played great against the Warriors.

[Bucket]

Awesome picture Good game for KD and Russell