The Oklahoma City Thunder Continue to perform above Expectations

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The Oklahoma City Thunder were predicted to once again finish last in the standings.

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Chet Holmgren's injury strengthened those expectations.

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the Thunder have surprised some teams with their 7-9 record.

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Thunder are typically considered to be a bad team.

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The Thunder are 10-6 against the spread as a result of everyone working together to maintain competition.

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The Thunder has been able to cover the spread in games that they lost simply.

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they were able to play the opposition close enough, despite the fact that the betting odds typically do not favour them.

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It is an impressive accomplishment for the Thunder to be able to cover in a defeat against strong opposition.

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