Ibaka gave the Thunders the first chance to attack.
Westbrook charged at Billups right away, a catapulting start to burst inside and finish with a signature crescent moon tomahawk slam.
Little Gasol couldn't jump in time, and he couldn't have jumped anyway.
After the introduction of the "Vertical Jump Rule," Westbrook was one of the beneficiaries.
It wasn't surprising, but what was surprising was that after completing the dunk, Westbrook's furious celebratory action was turned toward Hansen.
This moment was also captured by a courtside photographer and displayed on the big LED screen at the venue.
So, was Westbrook expressing his displeasure with Grizzlies' unique pre-game warm-up method?
On the next play, when Westbrook drove past Hansen's defense, he didn't speed up but instead used a quick stop pop-up shot.
After the shot went in, he once again made the signature "Lullaby" celebration gesture at Hansen.
