The Thunder are led by three very young players, but are hoping to improve vastly this season.

Jeff Green is 23, Kevin Durant is 21 and Russell Westbrook is 20.

"We have the guys that can make a huge jump," veteran forward Nick Collison told the Oklahoman.

The team is trying to build on back-to-back seasons of 23-59 and 20-62.

"Our guys, they want to be better players," said coach Scott Brooks.