Thunder Broadcasters' Roundtable, Blog Style

QUESTION: WHAT ARE THE TOP THREE STORY LINES FOR GAME 1?

PROVE THEM WRONG, THUNDER NATION.2. Stopping Denver in transition. No question, this is the number one key for the Thunder against the Nuggets. The best way to slow down Denver will be for Oklahoma City to take care of the basketball. Work each shot and possession deep into the shot clock and don’t turn over the ball. Be sound fundamentally.3. Impose your will and set the tone. Setting the tone and playing “Thunder Basketball” will be critical for the Thunder in Game 1. Forcing the Nuggets to play the Thunder's style of basketball will not only pay off tonight, but will give it an advantage in the series.