Mark Daigneault expects growth from Cason Wallace in 2026-27

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Mark Daigneault expects growth from Cason Wallace in 2026-27
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Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault expressed confidence in guard Cason Wallace ahead of the 2026-27 season. Daigneault highlighted Wallace's consistent growth and development since being drafted tenth overall in 2023. Last season, Wallace averaged 8.6 points, earning All-Defensive Second Team honors. He is poised for an expanded role following Lu Dort's departure, and Daigneault anticipates another leap in performance as training camp begins.

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  • •Cason Wallace had a career-best 24.9 minutes per game in 2025-26.
  • •He averaged 8.6 points on 47.9% shooting last season.
  • •Wallace was named to the All-Defensive Second Team.
  • •He is expected to take on a larger role next season.
  • •Mark Daigneault praised Wallace's confidence and consistency.
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  • 11:04 PMYahoo Sports — Thunder news: Why Mark Daigneault expects big leap from Cason Wallace
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OKLAHOMA CITY — Ahead of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace’s anticipated increased role in 2026-27 , head coach Mark Daigneault revealed why he expects the same, and it has nothing to do with Lu Dort’s departure. Instead, it’s what he’s seen throughout the fourth-year guard’s career in Oklahoma City: consistent growth. Wallace is due for a […] The post Thunder news: Why Mark Daigneault expects big leap from Cason Wallace appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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