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OKC Thunder Must Get Value Back in Potential Isaiah Joe Trade
Oklahoma City still has some big decisions to make this offseason, but it shouldn’t sacrifice value for financial relief. After making three picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Thunder now have some key decisions to make as they look to put the finishing touches on the roster for next season.
The OKC Thunder Are One Of The Biggest Winners Of This Year's Draft
Oklahoma City’s front office has done it once again. The NBA draft has concluded with the Thunder picking three players at the 12, 16, and 41 slots. There
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hoops Rumors / June 25
Josh Dix Agrees To Two-Way Deal With Thunder
The Thunder have agreed to a two-way deal with undrafted shooting guard Josh Dix, Shams Charania reports for ESPN (via Twitter). Dix played his senior year at Creighton after spending his first three seasons at Iowa.
The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the players to be taken second-overall in each NBA Draft since the lottery era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?
Otega Oweh News / Yardbarker / June 25
Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder
The 2026 NBA Draft concluded with Wednesday's second round as teams made their final selections in one of the deepest classes in the draft's history. One pick that may have flown a little under the radar was 41st overall selection Otega Oweh.
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
OKC Thunder May Enter Next Season With Luxury They've Missed in Recent Years
Oklahoma City’s offseason is well underway, and its latest moves in the first round should give the team a luxury it’s missed for a couple of years. On Tuesday night, the 2026 NBA Draft tipped off, with the first round featuring 30 players learning their first NBA home.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24
How Thunder GM Sam Presti addressed WCF flaws versus Victor Wembanyama, Spurs in 2026 draft
In many ways, Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti addressed his team’s shortcomings in the 2026 NBA Draft, following their 4-3 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
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.
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.
Aaron Wiggins 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.
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.
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.
OKC Thunder Big Board: Top Targets at Every Pick and Round
The Oklahoma City Thunder are entering the 2026 NBA Draft with three selections. Oklahoma City has plenty to options and important decisions to make to continue to improve this championship contending roster.
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.
OKC Thunder Must Go All In On Young Guards After Aaron Wiggins Trade
The Thunder have to be all in on developing their rising guards. The Oklahoma City Thunder have officially gotten their offseason started, as they sent Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night, in exchange for two second-round picks.
How Does Aaron Wiggins' Departure Shake Up The OKC Thunder Rotation?
Oklahoma City’s first big move of the offseason could have major implications going into next season. On Sunday night, it was confirmed that the Oklahoma City Thunder traded Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks for two 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.
Isaiah Hartenstein News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21
Thunder rumors: NBA insider reveals what’s ‘expected’ for free agent Isaiah Hartenstein
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti vows to bring back free agents over the summer, including Isaiah Hartenstein, who’s proven his worth in his first two seasons.
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.
Chet Holmgren News / Hoops Wire / June 16
NBA Rumors: Thunder, Chet Holmgren, Grizzlies, Hornets, draft
If anyone thought the Thunder might be willing to move Chet Holmgren after his rough finish in the Western Conference finals, think again. According to Zach Lowe of The Ringer, Oklahoma City has been making it known around the league that Holmgren is not available in trade talks.
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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