Lu Dort expresses desire to remain with Oklahoma City Thunder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 9:54 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Lu Dort wants to continue with the Oklahoma City Thunder despite a recent drop in playing time and performance. The forward is currently under a $17.7 million team option for the 2026-27 season, which the Thunder must decide on soon. Dort emphasized his strong connection to the organization and community, stating that he feels rooted in Oklahoma City. Isaiah Hartenstein, another Thunder player with a significant team option, also voiced a desire to stay with the team. Both players have expressed gratitude for their experience with the organization as they approach potential free agency decisions.
- •Lu Dort's playing time has decreased amid a shooting slump.
- •Dort is under a $17.7 million team option for next season.
- •Isaiah Hartenstein also wants to stay with the Thunder.
- •Thunder management has critical decisions to make regarding both players soon.
- •Dort values his connection with the city and organization.
- 9:54 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma City Thunder Enforcer Reiterates Desire to Stay With the Team Amid Free Agency Rumors
"Lu Dort is keen on extending his stay with the Oklahoma City Thunder, despite seeing his playing time dwindle in the past few weeks due to his shooting slump and Cason Wallace usurping him in the pecking order. The one-time NBA All-Defensive First Team member has a $17.7 million team option for the 2026-27 season. [...]
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