The Thunder once again showed their power in the NBA regular season with a 118-112 win over the mighty Celtics. The win not only solidified their position atop the Western Conference, but also made them the only Western Conference team to double Boston this season.
The Thunder are now a stunning 54-12, 17 wins ahead of the Timberwolves for seventh place in the Western Conference. With 16 games left in the regular season, they have already clinched an early playoff spot, becoming the first team in the Western Conference and the second in the league (behind Cleveland) to secure a playoff spot.
It’s worth noting that the Thunder have been particularly good against Eastern Conference teams this season, going 22-1 and losing just one game to the Cavaliers. Such a record not only highlights their strong strength, but also reflects their overwhelming advantage over the Eastern Conference teams.
In addition, the Thunder have made the playoffs 12 times since the 2009-2010 season, the second-most of any NBA team in that time, behind only the Celtics, their opponent today. It’s further proof that the Thunder have been one of the league’s top teams over the past dozen years.
The Thunder’s success is due to their team spirit and overall strength. Every player in the team played their part and contributed to the victory. Their defense was tight and aggressive, and their offense showed a variety of ways to score. This Thunder team has undoubtedly become a highlight of the NBA this season.
In the future, as the regular season continues and the playoffs are approaching, the Thunder will continue to work hard to bring more exciting games to the fans. We look forward to seeing them in the playoffs.
