It’s summer in the NBA, so the free time is a perfect opportunity to reflect and learn more about the history of the league. Oklahoma City Thunder are a relatively new franchise, they technically share history with the Seattle Supersonics.

The Sonics’ first season was in 1967. The Thunder’s first season was in 2008. That kind of longevity has allowed several players to wear nearly every jersey number available.

In the midst of boredom, Thunder wire We’re going to look back at all 51 jersey numbers worn, from 00 to 97. This exercise will include the history of the Sonics. Let’s look at the player who wore jersey #37 during his time with the franchise:

Derek Fisher, 2012

June 14, 2012; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Derek Fisher (37) talks to an official during the second quarter of Game 2 of the 2012 NBA Finals against the Miami Heat at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY SportsJune 14, 2012; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Derek Fisher (37) talks to an official during the second quarter of Game 2 of the 2012 NBA Finals against the Miami Heat at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

June 14, 2012; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Derek Fisher (37) talks to an official during the second quarter of Game 2 of the 2012 NBA Finals against the Miami Heat at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Fisher, a latecomer, brought a veteran presence to the Thunder. He spent his final three seasons in OKC as a backup. When he arrived, he wore No. 37 to reflect his age. He was part of the Thunder’s run to the 2012 NBA Finals. He averaged five points in 125 career games in OKC.

This article was originally published on OKC Thunder Wire: Every player in OKC Thunder history who wore number 37

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