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The Worst Way to Start a City

99% Invisible

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The Surprising Journey of an NBA Franchise

This chapter explores the intriguing history of Oklahoma City and its unexpected rise as home to the NBA team, the Thunder. It covers the relocation of the Seattle Supersonics and delves into the importance of the team's name, revealing insights that reshape perceptions of sports history and city identity.

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