Chris Hughes

Chris Hughes

Joined: Sep 12, 2016

Sport Journalism graduate. Site Expert of FanSided's Saints Marching. Tortured Southampton and Oklahoma City Thunder fan.

Apr 9, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates with teammates after hitting a three point basket to win the game as time expired against the Denver Nuggets Pepsi Center. The Thunder won 106-105. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

Russell Westbrook’s Runner-Up Award: A tribute

Apr 5, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Andrew Harrison (5) goes to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Andre Roberson (21) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

Russell Westbrook’s Runner-Up Award: A difficult week

Mar 29, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan huddles with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0), guard Victor Oladipo (5), center Steven Adams (12) and teammates during the second half at Amway Center. Oklahoma City Thunder defeats the Orlando Magic 114-106 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Russell Westbrook’s Runner-Up Award: Russ’ partner-in-crime

Nov 25, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots over Denver Nuggets forward Nikola Jokic (15) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Thunder won 132-129. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder versus Denver Nuggets preview – 04/09/17

Mar 29, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) is congratulated after they beat thew Orlando Magic in overtime at Amway Center. Westbrook is the first player to score the most points in triple-double in NBA history. Oklahoma City Thunder defeats the Orlando Magic 114-106 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

The Russell Westbrook Runner-Up Award: The Rookie

Jan 2, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Milwaukee won 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder versus Milwaukee Bucks preview

Mar 5, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jerami Grant (9) drives against Dallas Maverick forward Harrison Barnes (40) at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

The Russell Westbrook runner-up award: A week of comebacks

Jan 31, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) dunks the ball against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. San Antonio Spurs preview – 03/31/17

Jan 23, 2017; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan yells to his players during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Oklahoma City won 97-95. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets preview – 03/26/17

Mar 16, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (0) stretches before the start of their game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Thunder beat the Raptors 123-102. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

The Russell Westbrook Runner-Up Award: The Sixth Man

Dec 14, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Enes Kanter (11) stretches prior to the game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder look to bounce back against the Philadelphia 76ers

Feb 24, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Taj Gibson (22) speaks to the media prior to action against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

The Russell Westbrook Runner-up Award: Rewarding a newcomer

Jan 31, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (right) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) and LaMarcus Aldridge (12) defend during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 108-94. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder versus San Antonio Spurs preview – 03/09/17

Jan 15, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Victor Oladipo (5) after being foul on a shot against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Victor Oladipo’s absence highlights his irreplaceable defense

Feb 5, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots the ball over Portland Trail Blazers center Mason Plumlee (24) and in front of Portland Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless (4) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder versus Portland Trail Blazers preview – 03/02/17

Feb 15, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) runs onto the floor prior to the game against the New York Knicks at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a trading rut