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How OKC Thunder’s 2026 First-Round NBA Draft Picks Impact Current Roster
The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft is in the rear-view mirror. Despite predraft speculation that Oklahoma City may try to consolidate its two first-round picks to move into the top 10, the Thunder used both picks in the first round.
Should OKC Thunder Trade Recent First-Round Picks After 2026 Selections?
Oklahoma City made some noise on draft night, and it might even lead to some offseason moves no one saw coming. On Tuesday night, 30 players heard their names called during the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft.
OKC Thunder's First Round at NBA Draft Foreshadowed the Future for the Roster
The Thunder have all but confirmed that more roster changes will be happening. There was speculation going into draft night on what the Oklahoma City Thunder’s plan would be with their two first-round picks.
The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?
OKC Thunder Nab Bennett Stirtz in 2026 NBA Draft Trade
The Oklahoma City Thunder walked into the NBA Draft with picks No. 12 and No. 17, with the options to do almost anything. From trading up, to trading back or completely out of a selection.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 23
Sixers Use No. 22 Pick To Draft Labaron Philon
Using the first-round pick they acquired from Oklahoma City in February’s Jared McCain trade, the Sixers have selected guard Labaron Philon at No. 22. A breakout sophomore, Philon more than doubled his scoring average during his second year at Alabama, from 10.6 points per game as a freshman to 22.0 PPG in 2025/26.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 23
Grizzlies To Trade No. 16 Pick Bennett Stirtz To Thunder
Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz is the 16th overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft and the first to be involved in a draft-night trade. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link), the Grizzlies are sending Stirtz to the Thunder in exchange for the No.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / 5 GOATs / June 23
Bennett Stirtz drafted, traded to Oklahoma City Thunder: Analysis, contract details, more
The Memphis Grizzlies selected Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. However, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that he has been traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for the No.
OKC Thunder 2026 NBA Draft Rumors: Final Round Up
The Oklahoma City Thunder have the ability to shake up the NBA Draft. One of the biggest title contenders in the 2026-27 campaign heads into Tuesday controlling the No.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 23
Hawks continue to shore up roster with shrewd Aaron Wiggins trade
It's another small but shrewd move for the improving Hawks.
OKC Thunder Have Unique Flexibility Going Into 2026 NBA Draft
The NBA Draft is finally here, and the Oklahoma City Thunder have no shortage of options as they make their next moves. Over the next few hours, days and weeks, the Thunder will steadily build their roster for next season as they look to climb back to the top of the NBA mountain.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
How Aaron Wiggins trade impacts Thunder’s approach to NBA Draft
Ahead of facing tax penalties projected to exceed north of $213 million, Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti shed a chunk of that large bill by trading Aaron Wiggins for two second-round picks ahead of this year’s draft.
Victor Wembanyama News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Thunder rumors: Latest draft buzz targets potential Victor Wembanyama stopper amid trade speculation
The Oklahoma City Thunder have the number 12 and 17 picks in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, which is slated to take place on Tuesday night in Brooklyn. The Thunder have already made one move this offseason, trading Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks in order to clear salary from their books.
Biggest Mistake OKC Thunder Must Avoid in 2026 NBA Draft
Tuesday night marks the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. It is a loaded class with a plethora of fantastic prospects. The Oklahoma City Thunder are facing important offseason questions.
Could Aaron Wiggins Deal be OKC Thunder's Only Big Roster Change?
Oklahoma City made its first move of the offseason, and there’s still a chance it could be the team’s only significant change to the roster. On Sunday night, the Thunder traded Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks for two future first-round picks.
Report: OKC Thunder Could be Eyeing Top-10 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder made the first trade of the 2026 NBA offseason on Sunday, June 21, sending Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta in return for a pair of future second-round picks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 22
Thunder rumors: 2 top trade-up targets in 2026 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been staying busy ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, recently trading wing Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for two future second-round draft picks.
Aaron Wiggins Trade Marks a First for OKC Thunder After 2025 Title
Oklahoma City’s offseason is underway, and its first move also marked a first for the organization. On Sunday night, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Thunder have agreed to send Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks for a couple of future second-round picks.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 22
Thunder’s latest trade signals grim offseason outlook
The financial ramifications for remaining above any luxury tax threshold are significant, and they force teams to make tough roster decisions. One team currently facing this dilemma is the Oklahoma City Thunder, the 2025 NBA champions who had their dreams of a repeat crushed by the San Antonio Spurs in heartbreaking fashion.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / June 22
Lakers’ Path for Lu Dort Signing Becomes More Clear After OKC Thunder’s Aaron Wiggins Trade
With Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren’s rookie max extensions kicking in, their combined $20.3 million salary this season will balloon to $82.5 million next season.
Aaron Wiggins News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Hawks land Thunder champion in trade
The Atlanta Hawks have plucked away an experienced veteran from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Wire / June 21
NBA Rumors: Thunder, Lu Dort, Celtics, Mitchell Robinson, Bulls
The Thunder have so much depth that they may end up moving a very good player. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, rival executives expect Oklahoma City to exercise its team option on Lu Dort and then gauge the trade market.
Luguentz Dort News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
Notable update emerges about Luguentz Dort’s future
There appears to be some good news and bad news for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort. The Thunder are expected to pick up their $17.2 million team option for next season on the veteran Dort, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported on Saturday.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker / June 16
Nike hoping two-time NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will save struggling basketball brand
Nike has added another NBA MVP to its basketball roster.
Nikola Topic News / Field Level Media / June 14
Thunder's Nikola Topic (back) expected to be ready for 2026-27 season
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic is expected to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing what the team called a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure.
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