Here we are: The Oklahoma City Thunder, a team that was overlooked as simply good in a year that boasted two historically great teams, are one win away from being title favorites. They picked apart the 67-win Spurs in six games, and now hold a 3-1 lead over the 73-win Warriors.
The Thunder have been on the edge of greatness for what feels like an eternity, but for the last ten or so games have finally morphed into an unstoppable juggernaut. They are both ferocious and graceful, combining overwhelming size and athleticism with a level of grace and precision we typically associate with only the Warriors and Spurs.