The 2015-16 Oklahoma City Thunder season was marked by a strong regular-season performance and a dramatic playoff run. Under the guidance of first-year head coach Billy Donovan, the Thunder finished the regular season with a 55-27 record, securing the third seed in the Western Conference. The team was led by the dynamic duo of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, who both earned All-Star selections and delivered outstanding individual performances throughout the season.
In the playoffs, the Thunder faced the Dallas Mavericks in the first round, winning the series 4-1. The second round saw them up against the 67-win San Antonio Spurs. Defying expectations, Oklahoma City won the series 4-2, with standout performances from Durant and Westbrook propelling them to victory. This set up a highly anticipated Western Conference Finals matchup against the defending champion Golden State Warriors.
The Thunder took a commanding 3-1 series lead against the Warriors, showcasing their potential to dethrone the reigning champions. However, the Warriors mounted a historic comeback, winning three consecutive games to take the series 4-3. Despite the disappointing end to their season, the Thunder’s playoff performance demonstrated their ability to compete with the league’s elite teams. The 2015-16 season ultimately became a pivotal moment in the franchise’s history, as it marked the last time Durant and Westbrook played together before Durant’s departure to the Warriors in the offseason.
- Regular Season Record: 55-27
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 4-1, Western Conference Semifinals: 4-2, Western Conference Finals: 3-4
Oklahoma City Thunder Roster and Stats for 2015-16 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Kevin Durant | 72 | 28.2 | 8.2 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 1.2 | 38.7 | 18 | 28.4 | 7.1 | 3.3 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 28.2 |
| Russell Westbrook | 80 | 23.5 | 7.8 | 10.4 | 2.0 | 0.3 | 29.6 | 18 | 26.0 | 6.9 | 11.0 | 2.6 | 0.1 | 32.4 |
| Enes Freedom | 82 | 12.7 | 8.1 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 47.6 | 18 | 9.4 | 6.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 14.3 |
| Serge Ibaka | 78 | 12.6 | 6.8 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 1.9 | 32.6 | 18 | 12.0 | 6.3 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 44.9 |
| Dion Waiters | 78 | 9.8 | 2.6 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 35.8 | 18 | 8.4 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 37.5 |
| Steven Adams | 80 | 7.9 | 6.7 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 1.1 | 0.0 | 18 | 10.1 | 9.5 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Randy Foye | 27 | 5.6 | 1.9 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 30.9 | 16 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 30.8 |
| Anthony Morrow | 68 | 5.6 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 38.7 | 14 | 2.6 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 35.7 |
| Cameron Payne | 57 | 5.0 | 1.5 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 32.4 | 10 | 1.8 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 20.0 |
| Andre Roberson | 70 | 4.8 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 31.1 | 18 | 5.6 | 5.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 32.4 |
| D.J. Augustin | 34 | 4.2 | 1.3 | 1.9 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 39.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Kyle Singler | 68 | 3.4 | 2.1 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 30.9 | 6 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 50.0 |
| Josh Huestis | 5 | 2.8 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 66.7 | 2 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50.0 |
| Steve Novak | 7 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 55.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Nick Collison | 59 | 2.1 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 9 | 1.0 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Nazr Mohammed | 5 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 5 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| Mitch McGary | 20 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2016 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Dallas Mavericks
In the first round of the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder faced the Dallas Mavericks and asserted their dominance with a 4-1 series victory. Led by the dynamic duo of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, the Thunder showcased their offensive prowess, overcoming a surprising Game 2 loss with decisive performances to close out the series. Their ability to bounce back demonstrated the depth and resilience that would carry them through a deep playoff run.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2016 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 108-70 | |
| Apr 18, 2016 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | L 85-84 | |
| Apr 21, 2016 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 131-102 | |
| Apr 23, 2016 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 119-108 | |
| Apr 25, 2016 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 118-104 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. San Antonio Spurs
In the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder made a significant impact by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the second round. The Thunder, led by the dynamic duo of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, showcased their resilience and high-octane offense to win the series 4-2. This victory set the stage for an intense Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 124-92 | |
| May 02, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 98-97 | |
| May 06, 2016 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | L 100-96 | |
| May 08, 2016 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 111-97 | |
| May 10, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 95-91 | |
| May 12, 2016 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 113-99 |
2016 Conference Championship vs. Golden State Warriors
In the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder reached the Western Conference Finals, where they faced off against the defending champions, the Golden State Warriors. Despite taking a commanding 3-1 series lead, the Thunder struggled to close out the series, ultimately losing in seven games. The series is remembered for the electrifying performances of Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, but also for the Warriors' remarkable comeback led by Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson's iconic Game 6 performance.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2016 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 108-102 | |
| May 18, 2016 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 118-91 | |
| May 22, 2016 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 133-105 | |
| May 24, 2016 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 118-94 | |
| May 26, 2016 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 120-111 | |
| May 28, 2016 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 108-101 | |
| May 30, 2016 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 96-88 |
Oklahoma City Thunder 2015-16 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2015-16 season for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2015 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 112-106 | |
| Oct 30, 2015 | @ Orlando Magic | W 139-136 | |
| Nov 01, 2015 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 117-93 | |
| Nov 02, 2015 | @ Houston Rockets | L 110-105 | |
| Nov 04, 2015 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 103-98 | |
| Nov 05, 2015 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 104-98 | |
| Nov 08, 2015 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 124-103 | |
| Nov 10, 2015 | @ Washington Wizards | W 125-101 | |
| Nov 13, 2015 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 102-85 | |
| Nov 15, 2015 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 100-85 | |
| Nov 16, 2015 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | L 122-114 | |
| Nov 18, 2015 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 110-103 | |
| Nov 20, 2015 | vs. New York Knicks | L 93-90 | |
| Nov 22, 2015 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 117-114 | |
| Nov 23, 2015 | @ Utah Jazz | W 111-89 | |
| Nov 25, 2015 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 110-99 | |
| Nov 27, 2015 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 103-87 | |
| Nov 30, 2015 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 106-100 | |
| Dec 03, 2015 | @ Miami Heat | L 97-95 | |
| Dec 06, 2015 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 98-95 | |
| Dec 08, 2015 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 125-88 | |
| Dec 10, 2015 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 107-94 | |
| Dec 11, 2015 | @ Utah Jazz | W 94-90 | |
| Dec 13, 2015 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 104-98 | |
| Dec 16, 2015 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 106-90 | |
| Dec 17, 2015 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 104-100 | |
| Dec 19, 2015 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 118-78 | |
| Dec 21, 2015 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 100-99 | |
| Dec 23, 2015 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 120-85 | |
| Dec 25, 2015 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 105-96 | |
| Dec 27, 2015 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 122-112 | |
| Dec 29, 2015 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 131-123 | |
| Dec 31, 2015 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 110-106 | |
| Jan 02, 2016 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 109-90 | |
| Jan 04, 2016 | vs. Sacramento Kings | L 116-104 | |
| Jan 06, 2016 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 112-94 | |
| Jan 08, 2016 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 117-113 | |
| Jan 10, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 115-110 | |
| Jan 12, 2016 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 101-96 | |
| Jan 13, 2016 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 108-89 | |
| Jan 15, 2016 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 113-93 | |
| Jan 17, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 99-74 | |
| Jan 19, 2016 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 110-104 | |
| Jan 20, 2016 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 109-95 | |
| Jan 22, 2016 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 109-106 | |
| Jan 24, 2016 | @ Brooklyn Nets | L 116-106 | |
| Jan 26, 2016 | @ New York Knicks | W 128-122 | |
| Jan 27, 2016 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 126-123 | |
| Jan 29, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 116-108 | |
| Feb 01, 2016 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 114-98 | |
| Feb 03, 2016 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 117-114 | |
| Feb 06, 2016 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 116-108 | |
| Feb 08, 2016 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 122-106 | |
| Feb 11, 2016 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 121-95 | |
| Feb 19, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | L 101-98 | |
| Feb 21, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 115-92 | |
| Feb 24, 2016 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 116-103 | |
| Feb 25, 2016 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | L 123-119 | |
| Feb 27, 2016 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 121-118 | |
| Feb 29, 2016 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 131-116 | |
| Mar 02, 2016 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 103-98 | |
| Mar 03, 2016 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 121-106 | |
| Mar 06, 2016 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 104-96 | |
| Mar 09, 2016 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 120-108 | |
| Mar 11, 2016 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 99-96 | |
| Mar 12, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 93-85 | |
| Mar 14, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 128-94 | |
| Mar 16, 2016 | @ Boston Celtics | W 130-109 | |
| Mar 18, 2016 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 111-97 | |
| Mar 19, 2016 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 115-111 | |
| Mar 22, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 111-107 | |
| Mar 24, 2016 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 113-91 | |
| Mar 26, 2016 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 111-92 | |
| Mar 28, 2016 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 119-100 | |
| Mar 29, 2016 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 88-82 | |
| Mar 31, 2016 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 119-117 | |
| Apr 03, 2016 | @ Houston Rockets | L 118-110 | |
| Apr 05, 2016 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 124-102 | |
| Apr 06, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 120-115 | |
| Apr 09, 2016 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 114-112 | |
| Apr 11, 2016 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 112-79 | |
| Apr 12, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 102-98 |