Spurs face Thunder and haunted hotel history tonight in Oklahoma City
Haunted hotel history
The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City is a historic hotel that has been the site of numerous reported paranormal activities. The hotel was built in 1911 and is named after its original owner, William B. Skirvin. Skirvin was a prominent Oklahoma City businessman and politician who served as the city's mayor from 1910 to 1914. The hotel was a popular destination for travelers and celebrities in the early 20th century. However, the hotel's reputation took a turn for the worse in the 1930s when it was the site of several murders and suicides.
One of the most famous hauntings at the Skirvin Hilton is the ghost of a woman named Effie. Effie is said to be the spirit of a young woman who was murdered in the hotel in 1935. Her body was found in the hotel's basement and her murder remains unsolved. Guests and staff have reported seeing Effie's ghost wandering the halls of the hotel and have heard her crying and screaming.
Another famous haunting at the Skirvin Hilton is the ghost of a man named Tom. Tom is said to be the spirit of a hotel guest who died in a fire in 1942. His body was found in the hotel's ballroom and his death remains unexplained. Guests and staff have reported seeing Tom's ghost wandering the halls of the hotel and have heard him laughing and talking to himself.
The Skirvin Hilton has been featured on numerous television shows and documentaries about haunted places. The hotel has also been the site of several paranormal investigations. Despite its reputation for being haunted, the Skirvin Hilton remains a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
Spurs face Thunder tonight
The San Antonio Spurs will face the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight in Oklahoma City. The Spurs are coming off a 112-101 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. The Thunder are coming off a 102-99 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night.
The Spurs are currently in sixth place in the Western Conference with a record of 33-25. The Thunder are currently in 11th place in the Western Conference with a record of 24-32.
The Spurs are led by All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard. Leonard is averaging 25.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game this season. The Thunder are led by All-Star guard Russell Westbrook. Westbrook is averaging 25.4 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 10.6 assists per game this season.
The Spurs and Thunder have met twice this season. The Spurs won both games, including a 112-101 win in Oklahoma City on November 10th.
Tonight's game is scheduled to tip off at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.