#83: Westbrook Aboard

Has Westbrook earned a max contract extension?

Play Podcast #83: Westbrook Aboard
January 20, 2012

Brent and Blayne break down the 5-year contract extension signed by Russell Westbrook on January 19th. Was it a good deal for the Thunder and for Russell? What does it mean for James Harden and Serge Ibaka? Finally, we ask the question whether it is better for the Thunder to think of themselves as the best team or keep the mindset of an underdog.

Fan Insight

  • Tyler (January 20, 2012 9:33 pm)

    good job on the podcast has MIchael attend a thunder game yet

  • Michael (January 21, 2012 8:55 am)

    Hi, Tyler. This is Michael. Yes, I have been to two Thunder games this year: New Year’s Eve against the Suns and the Portland game.

  • Michael (January 21, 2012 8:59 am)

    Guys, I think you were too easy on RW. He has shown streaks of inspired play before but always returns to his reckless drives and aimless play calling. He would have to go an entire season before I celebrate this signing.

  • Michael (January 21, 2012 9:04 am)

    And now on to the second topic. I think it’s best for the Thunder to view themselves as winners and envision the banner hanging in the ‘Peake (love it Brent!); however, it’s better if their opponents think of the Thunder as underdogs. The Thunder need to start every game with the confidence of a winning team, but so do their opponents. That way, we can surprise them. It wouldn’t be a surprise to us, but it would be to most of the analysts who keep slighting the Thunder. I’m looking at you, Sir Charles!

  • Louie (January 21, 2012 11:14 am)

    Westbrook deserves this contract love now for years to come we have a awesome dynamic duo

  • Louie (January 21, 2012 11:14 am)

    Westbrook deserves this contract love now for years to come we have a awesome dynamic duo

  • Louie (January 22, 2012 8:35 am)

    I think we sign harden but not sure about ibaka

  • Anonymous (January 22, 2012 8:15 pm)

    Go Russell make this contract worth it!!!!!!!!

  • Anonymous (January 22, 2012 8:17 pm)

    James harden is the next thunder superstar. But Kevin Durant needs a new contract

  • Anonymous (January 25, 2012 12:29 am)

    Thunder goes to the Finals for sure. Oh yeah, and WIN!! Player for player the Thunder has the deepest bench.
    I haven’t made a game cause I live in KC( but OK born and raised). I will make to Bricktown and a game

  • Anonymous (January 25, 2012 5:42 pm)

    Go nick collison

  • Anonymous (January 25, 2012 5:42 pm)

    I love the thunder team u all rock I wish I could meet you guys

  • thunder fan in Utah (February 6, 2012 10:43 am)

    Love the podcast .. Keep up the good work!

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