The Thunder have played three games and have lost all three contests but there has been a lot to like about the team’s performance so far. Before the start of the season, optimism about the Thunder had somewhat faded. Chet Holmgren is not going to play this season and his presence would have been transformative for this roster. His absence is a painful loss.
There was also a nagging doubt in the back of the mind for all Thunder fans; what if the young guys fail to meet their promise and struggle? It is not a possibility that could be easily dismissed, preseason form can go out of the window once the games become meaningful.