After the Oklahoma City Thunder started the 2019-20 season 7-11, they find themselves seventh in the Western Conference standings at 18-15 heading into Thursday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs.
Part of Oklahoma City’s turnaround in December was due to the play of Dennis Schroder, who was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for games played from December 16-22. As a result of his strong play throughout the month — 22.3 points per game on 49.6% shooting (40% from 3-point territory) — Schroder was also a nominee for Western Conference Player of the Month.
Houston Rockets guard James Harden received the top monthly honor for December in the West.
Additionally, Billy Donovan was recognized for the Thunder’s play throughout December — in which they went 11-4.
The NBA has named Oklahoma City’s head coach the Western Conference Coach of the Month for games played in December.
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer received the honor in the East. His team went 13-2 throughout December.
