News: Thunder C Nenad Krstic had just 6 points and 1 rebound in Tuesday's overtime game against the Lakers. He played only 18 minutes. Etan Thomas played 35 minutes off the bench in his place and managed 9 points with 11 rebounds and 3 blocks. Krstic scored 20 and 14 points in the first two games of the season, but has managed just 6 points in the two next games.

Analysis: Krstic got off to a quick start, but has tailed off. This is likely going to be a trend this season with Thomas and Krstic alternating good nights with bad nights. Each player should be considered as a No. 3 center to be used while going well and facing favorable matchups. Right now, it's Thomas, but it could be Krstic again soon

Thomas scored nine points (4-7 FG) with 11 rebounds and three blocked shots Tuesday.

Spin: Thomas logged 34 minutes to Nedad Krstic's 18 - and frankly outplayed the Thunder's starting center. More on this position battle as it develops.Tue, Nov 3

Thomas had an encouraging outing in the team's final preseason game, totaling 12 points, nine rebounds and two blocks.

Spin: Thomas had a lackluster training camp, so it good to see him finish strong. The team needs his rebounding and toughness in the paint this season. Nenad Krstic will start at center, but Thomas could get decent minutes.Sat, Oct 24

Kevin Durant hit 12-of-22 shots and 10-of-13 free throws on his way to 35 points, six rebounds, six assists, three steals, a block and a 3-pointer in Friday's win. Owners were frustrated and selling low early (against our recommendation), but Durant is obviously primed for a huge season. Hopefully you were able to pick him up after his early struggles, as he's scored between 32 and 40 points in three of his last four games.

Kevin Durant hit 12-of-22 shots and 10-of-13 free throws on his way to 35 points, six rebounds, six assists, three steals, a block and a 3-pointer in Friday's win. Owners were frustrated and selling low early (against our recommendation), but Duran is obviously primed for a huge season. Hopefully you were able to pick him up after his early struggles. He's scored between 32 and 40 points in three of his last four games.

Durant could not find his shoot as he scored just 12 points and grabbed three rebounds Wednesday against Orlando.

Spin: Durant shot 4-for-12 from the field and 0-for-4 from deep.Wed, Nov 18

Collison had four points and seven rebounds in 27 minutes off the bench in Sunday's loss to the Clippers.

Spin: Minutes were available as Jeff Green got into early foul trouble, but Collison's playing time is down nearly eight minutes from last season and 11 minutes from 2007-08. He's yet to score in double-figures and is averaging just 3.6 rebounds per game. Etan Thomas has been serving as the backup center to Nenad Krstic, while Collison is getting whatever he can backing up Green.Sun, Nov 15

News: Thunder C Nick Collison did not score a point for the second straight game Tuesday against the Lakers. He has scored just 10 points with 14 combined rebounds in four games.

Analysis: Collison is getting just around 16 minutes per game early on this season and is not a factor at all in the offense. The presence of Nenad Krstic and Etan Thomas could be more of a negative factor than anticipated and Collison is a player you could consider cutting if you need to make a move. Expect him to be on and off rosters all season

Collison (ankle) registered two points and one rebound in Wednesday's season-opening win over Sacramento.

Spin: Collison will have better nights than this, and his ability to play power forward and center should ensure semi-regular playing time, but he's probably not worth rostering in most leagues.Wed, Oct 28

Ibaka totaled nine rebounds Wednesday in a season-high 23 minutes.

Spin: The reserves got extra minutes in the fourth quarter of a blowout. Ibaka isn't ready for 23 minutes every night, but this was a productive showing that might help him get off the bench more often.Thu, Nov 19

Ibaka had 12 points (6-of-10 FG, 0-of-1 FT), nine rebounds, and two blocks in 26 minutes against the Hornets Saturday.

Spin: Ibaka isn't likely to see many minutes in the early part of the season, but his ability to rebound and block shots could help fantasy teams later in the year. An injury to Nenad Krstic or a losing record at mid-season could open up large minutes for the rookie. Put him on your watch lists.Sat, Oct 10

Ibaka has been receiving high praise from coach Scott Brooks but still isn't likely to see much playing time this season, NewsOK.com reports.

Spin: Ibaka was drafted by Thunder with the 24th pick of the first round of the 2009 NBA Draft. He just turned 20-years-old in September but shows the potential to be an effective power forward or center in the Association. Ibaka isn't likely to receive much playing time this year, but he's someone worth keeping an eye in case the Thunder fall out of contention or get bitten by the injury bug.Tue, Oct 6

Livingston, who underwent knee surgery on Tuesday, is expected to miss three to four weeks, The Oklahoman reports.

Spin: Doctors removed a loose anchor from Livingston's left knee. The anchor originally was placed in the knee during reconstruction surgery 2.5 years ago.Thu, Nov 19

News: Thunder G Shaun Livingston had surgery Tuesday to remove staples from an earlier procedure on his left knee and is expected to be out three to four weeks. "Everything went well," coach Scott Brooks said before the Thunder played the Heat in Miami. "It was minor surgery." Livingston has spent nearly three years trying to recover from tearing three ligaments in an ugly spill during a game in February 2007. Dr. James Andrews, who has worked on Livingston before, handled Tuesday's operation in Birmingham, Ala. "Shaun Livingston had successful minor arthroscopic surgery on his left knee," Andrews said in a statement released by the Thunder. "His knee surfaces and previously repaired ligaments look excellent. He should be back to 100 percent in a few weeks."

Analysis: Livingston once had potential, but this injury and the subsequent healing process has sapped him of whatever Fantasy relevance he had. Ignore him in all leagues

Livingston underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove staples in his left knee from a previous procedure, the Associated Press reports.

Spin: The surgery was deemed a success, but no timetable has been set for his return.Tue, Nov 17

Thabo Sefolosh scored a season-high 16 points to go along with a steal, two blocks and two 3-pointers in Friday's win. He's currently starting over James Harden, but Harden is coming on. Sefolosha's D may keep him in the starting unit going forward, but he should probably be dropped the second he's replaced by Harden - if it happens.Related: James Harden

News: Thunder SG Thabo Sefolosha didn't provide much offense Tuesday at Miami, scoring only two points to fall short of double figures for the fifth straight game, but he did have nine rebounds, four assists and four steals. He now has three four-steal games this year.

Analysis: Sefolosha is useful in categorical leagues if you really need steals, but his lack of scoring makes him not worth owning in most Fantasy leagues

Thabo Sefolosha had just two points, but added nine rebounds, four assists and four steals in a win over the Heat. Sefolosha's scoring will fluctuate, but his ability to hit threes, acquire steals and block shots is why he has fantasy value. He's hit eight 3-pointers this year, but hasn't had one in five games, and didn't block a shot tonight.

Weaver finally made his season debut Wednesday, totaling 11 points, four assists and two steals.

Spin: The reserves got extra minutes in the fourth quarter of a blowout. Weaver, who played nearly 15 minutes, has been stuck on the bench as James Harden and Kevin Ollie handle the backup backcourt duties. Weaver will probably continue in that role unless something drastic happens.Thu, Nov 19

News: Oklahoma City SG Kyle Weaver scored four points on 1 of 7 shooting on Saturday in a preseason game against the Hornets. Weaver is returning from thumb surgery.

Analysis: Weaver is not a major part of the Thunder's plans this season and his Fantasy value is therefore limited. Last season, he averaged 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds as a rookie. Don't look to draft him in Fantasy leagues

News: InsideHoops.com is reporting that Kyle Weaver underwent successful surgery to repair the extensor tendon in his left thumb. Weaver sustained the injury during the Las Vegas summer league.

Analysis: Weaver is not a major part of the Thunder's plans in the upcoming season and his Fantasy value is therefore limited. Last season, he averaged 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds as a rookie. Don't look to draft him in Fantasy leagues this fall