With his team in the midst of a back-and-forth Finals series, Haviland spoke with Athlon Sports’ Sam Suzuki. He shared the genesis behind his persona, recounted some of his interactions with players over the years and discussed his work in behavioral health.

So transfixed by not only the team, but also the city, Anderson’s magazine story was the precursor to “Boom Town” — Anderson’s book, published in 2018, that intertwines the rise of Oklahoma City with Thunder basketball. “Boom Town” is equal parts historical and hysterical in telling the story of Oklahoma City.

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers meet in Game 3 of the NBA Finals Wednesday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

During its 111-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Oklahoma City became the highest-scoring team in league history, eclipsing a record the Golden State Warriors held for six years.

Oklahoma City Thunder Storm Chasers Colton Tysdal and Patrick Wells talk about working for the Thunder prior to game 2 of the NBA Finals.