NBA 2018-19 Trade Review: Oklahoma City Thunder - Inactivity, financial limitations and more
The Oklahoma City Thunder are one of the NBA’s hottest team. Currently sitting at the third position of the Western Conference standings. After a disappointing first half of the season, the team has worked hard to get back on track and possibly challenge for the NBA title.
All the trade rumours and speculation were put to an end when the trade deadline had elapsed last week, with 14 of the league's 20 deals happening on the final day. On that note, here we take a look at how the Thunder fared during this year's trade window:
#1 Thunder's inactivity
Last July, OKC Thunder re-signed Paul George on a four-year contract worth $137 million and moved out Carmelo Anthony. That huge sum now looks like a bargain for the team as Paul has become the front runner for the MVP Award and has linked up well with Russell Westbrook, averaging 28.7 points per game.
A lot of fans thought the Thunder would be active at the trade deadline this year, but this wasn't the case. No trades were made by the team. Although the team has fared well and have a strong squad, many were hoping that they would sign a solid wing player or a player who could add more three-pointers as they are just okay from beyond the arc.
Even without adding any new player, they are still considered as one of the favourites for the NBA title, due to the recent incredible performances of the team and the phenomenal chemistry between Westbrook and George. Steven Adams has also developed a solid offence in the post, apart from his elite rebounding skills.