MINNEAPOLIS – Maybe it was a look at the game film from Wednesday, or a couple extra days to build cohesion. Perhaps it was the return of All-Star Paul George to the lineup. No matter the reason, Head Coach Billy Donovan’s game plan for the season came into view much more clearly in game two of the preseason than in game one.
In a 113-101 victory over the division rival Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night, the Thunder had it rolling early and often – playing with the type of pace and tempo deeper into the game than on Wednesday against Detroit.