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Can the Thunder Make the Play-In Tournament?

Earlier than the 2022-23 season, many thought it was a foregone conclusion that the Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder have been going to complete close to the underside of the league. Within the preseason, BetMGM, a well-liked on-line sportsbook, had set an over-under of 23.5 wins for the franchise. The Thunder have earned 14 wins by means of 32 video games and have to win 10 of their subsequent 50 video games to beat these odds.
However not solely can the Thunder defy expectations this season, however they might additionally actually blow them out of the water. Oklahoma Metropolis is presently on tempo to win 35 video games this season, or an 11.5-game distinction over BetMGM’s projected win whole. Whereas successful 35 video games isn’t thrilling on the floor, it may earn the Thunder a spot within the NBA’s novel Play-In Event.
For the reason that NBA completely put in the present iteration of the Play-In, to not be confused with the pilot model launched in 2019-20, groups with the Seventh-to-Tenth finest file, of their respective conferences, should compete to find out who can be awarded the seventh and eighth seed within the NBA Playoffs. However the format is totally different from the NBA Playoffs.
Right here is the way it works. The ninth-place workforce and tenth-place sq. off in a single-game elimination spherical. After which the seventh-place workforce hosts the eighth-place workforce in a “double-chance” sport the place the eighth-place workforce should earn back-to-back victories to safe the seventh seed within the Playoffs. Subsequently, the loser of that sport performs the winner of the ninth-versus-tenth sport in one other single-elimination bout to find out the eighth seed.
In 2020-21, the primary 12 months of the everlasting Play-In, each the Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs emerged from every convention with the tenth-best file. Every workforce gained 33 video games however misplaced their matches in opposition to the groups with the ninth-best file. In 2021-22, each the Hornets and the Spurs emerged because the tenth-place groups once more, incomes a consecutive journey to the Play-In. In that 12 months, the Hornets gained 43 video games and the Spurs gained 34.
In case you do the mathematics, the median quantity of wins recorded by tenth-place groups getting into the Play-In is simply 33.5 video games. That’s all it took, on common, for groups to earn a chance to compete for an eighth seed within the NBA Playoffs.
And as talked about earlier than, the Thunder are on observe to win 35 video games. Will they sustain the tempo is one other query, however there is no such thing as a query that the franchise is inside putting distance of creating the Play-In match. However there are obstacles.
At present, the Thunder maintain the Twelfth-best file within the Western Convention with 14 wins. They simply want to leap two groups earlier than the top of the season to earn a Play-In berth. However sitting above them are a number of seasoned groups, although.
Sitting eleventh within the standings are the Golden State Warriors and their completed trio of Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Inexperienced. And in keeping with BetMGM, they maintain the third-best odds to win the Western Convention. It’s extremely unlikely that this can be one of many groups overcome by the Thunder.
Simply above the Warriors are the Dallas Mavericks and Luka Donic, in addition to the Minnesota Timberwolves, led by a resurgence from D’Angelo Russell and the up-and-coming Anthony Edwards. Each groups are tied with 16 wins, simply two extra wins than the Thunder. But it surely’s onerous to ascertain the gifted Timberwolves, who’ve bested Oklahoma Metropolis in three of 4 matches this 12 months, and the Doncic-led Mavericks 0f successful fewer video games than the Thunder.
Maybe two of these groups may come from the group that presently holds the sixth, seventh, and eighth-best information. That’s the Utah Jazz, Portland Trailblazers, and Sacramento Kings. Whereas the tales of loyalty, beams, and underdogs are enjoyable, the season is lengthy and something can occur.
Nonetheless, for the Thunder to have an opportunity at making it to the Play-In, they should discover a technique to make up some floor within the win-loss column. They’re presently two video games behind the ninth-place Mavericks and three video games behind the eighth-place Jazz. And if early season play is any indication of how groups will carry out transferring ahead, the Thunder have their work reduce out for them.
Proper now, it appears the Thunder may have to win about 36 or 37 video games to earn the Tenth-best file within the Western Convention. That quantities to them successful 44% or 46%, or 22 or 23, of their subsequent 50 video games – a tall activity for the youngest workforce within the NBA.
However there may be hope. In response to Tankathon, the Thunder have the Twenty second-easiest remaining schedule within the league. And strikes will be made. Ought to the Thunder determine to make a push for the Play-In, Common Supervisor Sam Presti has an exorbitant quantity of belongings he can use to make the mandatory trades to place the workforce in a extra aggressive place.
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CBC Global Ammunition Selects Oklahoma for $300 Million Investment – Oklahoma Department of Commerce

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce and Governor Kevin Stitt announced at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s SelectUSA Investment Summit that CBC Global Ammunition, one of the largest ammunition manufacturers in the world, is expanding its operations with a planned $300 million investment for a new facility at the MidAmerica Industrial Park in northeast Oklahoma. The project is expected to create 350 jobs.
“Oklahoma is so excited that CBC USA is going to make its home here,” said Governor Kevin Stitt. “Because of our business-friendly policies, our support of law enforcement and the Second Amendment, and our unbeatable logistical advantage, it is a no-brainer for companies to choose our state. I’m thrilled to welcome the CBC team here and I can’t wait to watch them grow here in Oklahoma.”
CBC, the holding company for an international group in the ammunition sector, is one of the world’s leading producers of military and civilian ammunition for portable weapons. A key supplier to the United States military and allied forces worldwide, CBC also serves law enforcement and commercial markets. MagTech Ammunition Inc. acts as its master distributor in the U.S. for all brands within the group.
“We are thrilled to bring our new manufacturing operations to Oklahoma,” said Fabio Mazzaro, President of CBC and board member of CBC Global Ammunition. “This facility will be a cornerstone for our future growth in the world’s most important market for small caliber ammunition. With in-house production of all components, propellant and critical energetic raw materials we envisage to build an industry-leading and fully vertically integrated company. We believe that the region’s supportive business environment makes Oklahoma an ideal location for CBC USA.”
Globally, CBC has more than 4,000 employees and produces nearly two billion rounds of ammunition each year. The new Oklahoma facility will be capable of producing all centerfire cartridges, from 9mm up to 12.7mm, and will supply law enforcement, U.S. military and the U.S. sports and hunting market.
“This is a perfect example of what can happen when we work together to benefit Oklahoma,” said John Budd, Oklahoma Department of Commerce CEO. “Gov. Stitt, the Legislature, the Commerce team and all our partners have put in the work to create the ideal business environment for ammunition manufacturers like CBC to thrive. This win is huge for Oklahoma’s rapidly growing Aerospace and Defense industry, and I’m thankful for the work the MidAmerica team did to make this win possible.”
CBC will build its new manufacturing facility on more than 550 acres at MidAmerica Industrial Park within the historic land originally used as a munitions factory during World War II. The ground-breaking is expected to take place in the 4th quarter of 2025.
“MidAmerica Industrial Park has a long and storied history of supporting our nation’s defense, dating back to its origins as a munitions facility during World War II. Today, with CBC Global Ammunition’s investment, we are witnessing the next chapter in that legacy—one that positions MidAmerica as a key player in the future of ammunition manufacturing. This project not only reinforces our commitment to economic growth and job creation in Oklahoma but also underscores the strategic advantages MidAmerica offers to global manufacturers seeking to expand in the Nation’s heartland,” said MidAmerica Industrial Park CEO David Stewart. “We are proud to welcome CBC Global Ammunition and look forward to supporting their success in Oklahoma.”
Oklahoma was able to seal the deal with CBC thanks in large part to the Governor’s Quick Action Closing Fund. This incentive is performance-based, with funds distributed only after agreed-upon benchmarks are achieved. Over the past three years, companies participating in the closing fund have created 2,400 jobs with a GDP contribution of $400 million.
About CBC Global Ammunition
CBC Global Ammunition is the holding company for several renowned brands in the small-caliber ammunition sector, including CBC, Magtech, MEN and Sinterfire, as well as New Lachaussée and Fritz Werner – two internationally recognized companies specialized in machinery for ammunition production. CBC Global Ammunition serves a wide range of segments: Military, Law enforcement, Sport shooting, Self-defense, and hunting. With more than 4,000 skilled professionals across Brazil, the USA, Germany, Belgium, and India, and an annual output of nearly 2 billion rounds, CBC is one of the world’s largest and most respected ammunition manufacturers.
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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets (05/11): Box score, player stats, game summary and more | NBA News – The Times of India

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a stunning 92-87 win against the Denver Nuggets at the Ball Arena in Denver. With the win, the Thunder tied the series 2-2 after overcoming the Game 3 loss. In Game 4, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 25 points. Here is the box score, player stats, game summary, and everything you need to know about the Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets on May 11th.
Oklahoma City Thunder: Box score and player stats
Oklahoma City Thunder game summaryJalen Williams struggled from the field, hitting just 2 of 13 shots, including 0-for-5 from three-point range.Still, he found a way to contribute, going a perfect 6-for-6 from the free-throw line and adding 5 assists and 3 steals in 33 minutes with 10 points. Chet Holmgren added 8 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, but he missed all three of his attempts from beyond the arc and didn’t get to the line at all.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way in scoring with 25 points on 8-for-19 shooting. He couldn’t connect from deep either, missing all five three-point attempts, but he did hit 9 of his 12 free throws. He also chipped in 6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals in 38 minutes. Lu Dort scored 6 points on 2-of-10 shooting while going 2-for-10 from three. The starting unit as a whole struggled to find rhythm offensively.Off the bench, Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins brought a spark. Wallace was efficient, scoring 11 points on 4-of-7 shooting, hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Wiggins matched that output with 11 points of his own, shooting 50 percent from the floor and hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Caruso also made an impact with 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. His +12 plus-minus was one of the best on the team.
Denver Nuggets: Box score and player stats
Denver Nuggets game summary The Nuggets had a tough shooting night, finishing with just 31.3% from the field and 24.4% from three-point range. Nikola Jokic led the team with 27 points, going 7-for-22 from the floor and 2-for-8 from deep. He added 13 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks, but also had 4 turnovers. His efficiency wasn’t great, but he still found ways to impact the game. Aaron Gordon was one of the few bright spots, shooting 50% and recording a double-double with 15 points and 16 rebounds. He also had 6 assists and 4 blocks in 38 minutes.Jamal Murray added 17 points, but struggled from the floor as well, shooting 5-of-15. He did knock down 2-of-5 from beyond the arc and hit 5 of his 6 free throws. Christian Braun matched his scoring total with 17 points of his own, hitting 4-of-11 from the field and 2-of-9 from three. He also got to the line, making 7-of-8 free throws, and finished with 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Michael Porter Jr. had a quiet game, scoring just 3 points on 1-of-7 shooting, missing all five of his three-point attempts.Also Read: “Took his mother’s genes” – Sonya Curry revealed how Stephen Curry’s passion for basketball almost defied a doctor’s prediction about his NBA future at birthRussell Westbrook struggled as well, finishing with 6 points on 2-of-12 shooting and 6 turnovers. Though he hit two three-pointers, he wasn’t able to get to the free-throw line and ended with a team-worst -20 plus-minus. Off the bench, Peyton Watson had 2 points in limited minutes, while Julian Strawther didn’t attempt a shot in his brief time on the court. The bench overall had a minimal impact, combining for only 8 points.
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Kentucky takes Game 2, series against Oklahoma

The Oklahoma baseball team picked the wrong part of the regular season in which to struggle.
In the penultimate weekend of the regular season, the No. 16 Sooners have now dropped both of their first two games against Kentucky, falling 8-5, on Saturday. The Wildcats clinched the set with the win and the Oklahoma, which plays No. 1 Texas next week, seems unlikely to host a regional in the NCAA Tournament without taking that series against the Longhorns or winning the SEC Tournament.
Kentucky jumped on OU quickly, scoring four runs in the first inning another in the second to open a 5-1 lead. Oklahoma starter Cade Crossland walked two batters, hit another and gave up sacrifice fly, a two-run triple and an RBI single as the Wildcats sent eight batters to the plate in the opening frame.
Crossland had been staked to a 2-0 lead before he even took the mound after Easton Carmichael knocked in Jason Walk with an RBI single and Jaxon Willits followed with an RBI groundout. But the Sooners right-hander ultimately worked just three innings, giving up those five runs on three eights, four walks and and two hit batters.
Kentucky tacked on three more runs to put the game away in the fifth inning, though Oklahoma brought the tying run to the plate in the sixth. Scott Mudler hit a two-out, two-run double in the inning an inning after he popped a solo home run. The double put him at second base and Mason Hamlin at third. But Dawson Willis lined out to center field ending things.
The Sooners will almost certainly drop in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll rankings when the poll is released Monday. An upset over the Longhorns could keep Norman Regional hopes alive, though OU will likely earn a No. 2-seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Sunday’s finale against Kentucky is scheduled for noon Sunday.
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