Thunder Acquire Derek Fisher

After departing from the Thunder just last season after a deep run to the NBA Finals, Derek Fisher returns to Oklahoma City for what seems to be one last hoorah. 

Fisher signed with the Dallas Mavericks at the beginning of the season but quickly parted ways after nine games due to a knee injury. While he was with the Mavericks he averaged a little more than 8 ppg, if that means anything. 

A lot of Thunder fans are probably going to get a little more excited than they should over this acquisition. Do not get me wrong, excitement is good. But a so-so 38-year-old point guard probably is not going to lock the Thunder in for a NBA Finals return. 

So why did Sam Presti get Fisher? 

Well, the Thunder were a little short on point guards since they only had Westbrook and Jackson. Going into the playoffs with only two point guards is a very scary thing since you never know when somebody could go on a cold streak or get hurt. 

Fisher is familiar with the offense from his time with them last season, so it was not a bad idea to bring him on for what seems to be his final NBA season. Plus, last year Fisher said he wanted to end his career with an NBA title, and since the Thunder is one of the few teams considered to be title contenders, it just seems to be a perfect fit. 

Fisher will more than likely not have as big of a role as he had last year. Last year, Fisher was the guy to come in for Westbrook and lead the second team while the starters got a rest. I do not see that job being taken away from Reggie Jackson this year. 

If anything though, Fisher will be a great asset to have leadership wise. His veteran experience is always helpful in keeping a sometimes immature Thunder team on track.