City of Oklahoma City rooting for Thunder in NBA playoffs

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City is buzzing as the start of the NBA playoffs are a little more than a week away. 

"It's time for everybody to get hype, go outside, walk the park, go to the game,” said Adrian Morales, a Thunder fan. 

On Wednesday, the Thunder began installing its massive playoff inspired graphics. 

"Going up on the Paycom Center. Eventually, you'll also see some at the Omni. You'll see some at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. You'll even see some on the Oklahoma City streetcars,” said Gayle Maxwell, a spokeswoman for the Thunder. “So I would just say, keep your eyes open downtown… It's electric right now in the community." 

Mid First also hung up its banner. 

Maxwell said Thunder Up in the Park is making a return this playoff season. Soon, fans will be able to check out the Thunder-themed shipping container art installation.

"Anywhere you go, you're going to be seeing thunder themed artwork,” said Maxwell. "So we are revved up." 

 Local businesses are also installing thunder-themed window art across the metro area.

The Thunder’s first playoff game is expected to be the weekend of April 19 and 20.