Later this evening, Thunder fans will be where they are used to being in the summertime; squarely on the edge of their seats.
Ah yes, surrounded by family and friends. Decked out in Thunder gear head to toe. Popcorn popping. Maybe you prepared a full meal. I’m not one to judge. After the pleasantries, the laughs, the overall good times; something shifts. The atmosphere doesn’t feel “happy”, but it doesn’t feel “depressing” either. There is anticipation, intensity, and (so much) anxiety. As every ball that bounces our heart skips a beat.
As every ball falls, we hold our breath until we turn the color of Billy Donovan arguing a foul call.