Can Thunder Strike at Ball Arena?
As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare to face off against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive run. The Thunder have been on a hot streak, winning two of their last three games with significant margins and showcasing a potent offense that has outscored opponents consistently.
In their recent victory over the New York Knicks, the Thunder dominated with a nine-point lead and an offensive points per possession rate of 1.28. Their defensive game was equally strong, holding the Knicks to 1.24 points per possession. The team's efficiency was through the roof with an effective field goal percentage of 62 percent and a true shooting percentage of 65 percent.
The matchup against Minnesota Timberwolves further highlighted OKC's offensive prowess as they posted an even higher offensive points per possession at 1.29 and maintained an effective field goal percentage of 72 percent – numbers that speak volumes about their scoring efficiency.
However, in their game against Los Angeles Lakers, despite putting up a good fight, they fell short by nine points. This loss showcased some defensive vulnerabilities as they allowed 1.28 offensive points per possession to the Lakers while managing only 1.18 themselves.
The upcoming game promises to be challenging as Ball Arena is known for its energetic atmosphere which could play into Denver Nuggets' hands – but Oklahoma City Thunder have shown resilience on the road before.
Fans can catch this exciting encounter scheduled for December 30th at 2:00 AM UTC (December 29th at 7:00 PM local Mountain Time). The match will be broadcasted on ALT channel number 681 for home viewers and BSOK channel number 675 for those cheering from Oklahoma City or elsewhere in Central Time zones.