(Took a quick nap in bed and ended up oversleeping.)
The 2012 NBA Draft was held on June 28th.
With several rookies who could have entered the league last year choosing to withdraw, and the likes of Anthony Davis, a universally acknowledged prodigy, this year's draft was particularly eye-catching.
Before the draft began, Durant requested a trade, sending shock waves throughout the NBA.
The SuperSonics completed the trade with remarkable speed, showing no intention of waiting for the dust to settle and mend relationships, sending Durant to New York the day before the draft.
As a result, Durant might not even attend the championship celebration on June 30th.
Counting Chris Bosh, the SuperSonics' four consecutive championships celebration would see the absence of two key players, looking nothing less like the last days of a dynasty.
The SuperSonics obtained the second overall pick, earning them a spotlight on draft day.