With the season restarting at the end of the month, fans and experts view the Thunder as a dark horse candidate to make a deep playoff run. Before the season was stopped, the Thunder were seen as one of the more surprising teams in the league. Oklahoma City were projected to be a lottery team; the Thunder are battling for home court advantage.
There are eight distinct arguments that relate to the Thunder making a run. The argument is balanced with four pros and four cons. The Thunder are in a position where a deep playoff run is a feasible reality.