However, being miles—or oceans—away from the heart of Downtown Oklahoma City doesn’t mean you can’t experience the thrills of being inside the ‘Peake.
I was lucky enough to attend Round 2 of the Western Conference Playoffs as a fan, and I’m excited to take you on that journey.
For those who have wondered what it’s like, here’s a look at game night:
Downtown Oklahoma City is active, but peacefully so. It’s not a Chicago, with a symphony of horns and maze of foot traffic. But it’s not vacant, either. On non-game nights, you’ll find locals walking their dogs through Myriad Gardens, holding hands with loved ones as they stroll by the Colcord Hotel—always shadowed by the behemoth Devon Tower.