An Oklahoma City Thunder fan has started a petition to change the name of Durant, Okla., to Westbrook.
In the change.org petition, the fan, Ryan Nazari of Edmond, states that having a city in the state named Durant is a constant reminder of Durant’s decision to leave the Thunder for the Golden State Warriors. He feels that, instead, Westbrook should be honored for his loyalty to the franchise.
Despite fears that he could leave after Durant’s departure, Westbrook recently signed a contract extension with Oklahoma City.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the great state of Oklahoma has been betrayed.