If Sam Presti indulges in reality TV, he must enjoy CBS’ Big Brother; the shows tag line is, “Expect the unexpected.” The same motto perfectly describes the OKC Thunder. Heading into free agency, the majority suspected Oklahoma City would be relatively quiet. That theory flew out the window quickly after the team signed free agent forward Mike Muscala.
Muscala is not only a surprising addition, but he is also a significant one. Over the past two seasons, the Thunder have been searching for a stretch four to replace Serge Ibaka. After trial runs with Patrick Patterson and Markieff Morris, Muscala is the next man up to fill the role.