While superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the driving force behind the Thunder’s postseason run, cruising past the Memphis Grizzlies, followed by the Denver Nuggets, and eventually the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference finals, moments like this show why Williams remains a core presence behind the scenes.

The biggest favorites in NBA Finals history were the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers, who were -2000 against the Philadelphia 76ers and won the series in five games. The 2018 champion Golden State Warriors were the second biggest of all time as -1075 favorites over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are attempting to turn their core into a championship, while a majority of the league is