OKLAHOMA CITY — Just a few weeks ago, the defending champion Thunder were making it appear that the rest of the NBA would be playing for second place. Oklahoma City won 24 of its first 25 games, with the Thunder often blowing out opponents and resting starters in the fourth quarter. READ: NBA: Spurs beat Thunder big, but matchup not a rivalry yet Three losses to the San Antonio Spurs later, a legitimate threat to Oklahoma City’s crown has emerged. San Antonio defeated the Thunder 117-102 on Thursday, handing Oklahoma City its first home loss of the season. San Antonio’s […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Spurs emerge as threat to defending champion Thunder