It’s a plot line the OKC Thunder will experience several times this season. An opponent without similar star power and slated as the under dog. Just like it’s commonplace for teams to raise their effort against top squads, similarly it’s not usual for teams to play down to their competition.
That’s what occurred Sunday when the Thunder faced the scrappy Australian team, Melbourne United. Prior to the game it seemed like the perfect opportunity for the OK3 to mesh offensively and develop better chemistry. That didn’t happen as the Thunder were in a battle right to the bitter end when they pulled out a last minute victory.