Classy. That’s how I describe Thursday night at the ‘Peake. Classy.
Classy tribute by the Thunder to Russell Westbrook. Classy fan reaction to Westbrook, showing love for their all-time hero while exhorting the Thunder to victory. Classy response by Westbrook, everything from pregame on the court to postgame on the court to media dealings. Heck, even the Rockets were classy, despite a 113-92 defeat. The Rockets seemed to believe that hey, this was a night that Westbrook deserved, and if getting avalanched for one night was part of the deal, so be it.
The entire night was a stark contrast to Feb.