OKC Thunder In The News: Westbrook update, Adams game impact, NBA scouts talk, George is Team Jimmy

By Amy Li | Oct 13, 2018

LOS ANGELES - DECEMBER 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on December 22, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 111-108. 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 2009 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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Steven Adams, OKC Thunder, (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images) /

Steven Adams is Underrated, Mate

Speaking of OKC Thunder’s talent, one thing we are likely to hear over and over again this year is that Steven Adams is STILL not yet getting the recognition he deserves for his All-Star level of play. Will this year be the year?

Among other accomplishments, the Killer Kiwi was the player with the second-highest player efficiency rating (a measure of all-around player contributions) on the OKC Thunder, behind Westbrook and before five-time All-Star teammate Paul George. Thunderous Intentions’ writer Yams’s latest article thoroughly documents Steven Adam’s impact to the team as well as what’s in store.

"Steven Adams gave the OKC Thunder a little bit of everything last season. His super human strength and giant frame allowed him to average over five offensive rebounds a game. It also allowed him to lead the NBA in both contested rebound percentage (55.4) and box outs per game (11.4)."

Be sure to check out the full article before the season starts because Adams is never one to boast.

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