It was a dramatic night in Indiana.
A perfect storm formed in Indiana when the Thunder took on the Pacers, and the end result could be a season left in tatters. Oklahoma City lost despite a 54 point game from Russell Westbrook, which leaves their playoff hopes in the balance, especially if the Pelicans can nab a win over Houston on Sunday night.
If that scenario didn't make matters bad enough, the Thunder could be without Westbrook for a critical Monday night game against the Trailblazers after a controversial technical foul was called in the fourth quarter. It was his 16th of the season, and will cost Westbrook a game if the call isn't rescinded by the league.
Kevin Durant was understandably angry at the foul.
That's some bullshit
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) April 13, 2015
Westbrook put the Thunder on his back against the Pacers. He took 43 shots from the field compared to a total of 51 from the rest of his team, while scoring over 50-percent of their points. Despite his shot party Westbrook still managed to dish out 9 assists and grab 8 rebounds.
The Pacers win moves Indiana into a tie for the 8th spot in the East along with Brooklyn, though the Nets hold the tiebreaker should the season finish with them locked at 8th.
It was a wholly remarkable game from the Thunder star, but it might all be for naught if that technical foul sidelines him on Monday. Early reports indicate it may be overturned, but either way it's a critical moment in the NBA season.
Scott Brooks said he's "fairly confident" Russell Westbrook's 16th technical will get rescinded.
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) April 13, 2015 Source SBNation.com - All Posts http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2015/4/12/8396447/russell-westbrook-54-point-game-thunder-pacers-nba-playoffs-technical-foul-suspension
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