4. Oklahoma City Thunder (22-12)
Despite losing their big Christmas Day matchup with the Rockets, the Oklahoma City Thunder are still steadily second in the Western Conference. They are 10 games over .500, even despite the fact that Russell Westbrook is still struggling with his shot in the month of December.
Paul George has done most of the heavy lifting lately, and it’s been enough for this team to continue on this hot streak. Nevertheless, if the Thunder are going to be big factors in the playoffs, they’re going to need Westbrook to get back on track.
For now, though, there’s really no need to worry about Westbrook. Although, if he can’t turn it around sooner rather than later, then perhaps it might be time to worry. Now, though, no.