Pope of Basketball.

Summary

In the third game, the Thunder and Lightning struggled with shooting, making only 4 of 18 three-point attempts, leading to a defeat against the Clippers, 83-101. The Clippers' Paul and Griffin had decent performances, while Battier excelled with 17 points. Tensions rose in the Thunder locker room as Ha Deng expressed dissatisfaction with his role, leading to speculation about his future with the team. Despite strong performances from Durant and Ha Deng, Wei Si Bu Lu Ke's poor shooting in the final quarter contributed to the team's loss. The Clippers went on to defeat the Thunder 123-106, sweeping the series. Coach Brooks attributed the loss to the Clippers' strong lineup, but internal team issues, particularly surrounding Fischer's role and criticism, were significant factors in the Thunder's struggles. The chapter highlights the impact of locker room dynamics and player relationships on team performance, foreshadowing potential changes in the Thunder roster.

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