OKC declines contract option for Nikola Topic as free agency approaches
ESPN NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 2:05 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder have opted not to exercise Nikola Topic's contract option for the upcoming season. This decision renders the Serbian point guard a free agent next summer, which could impact his future in the league. Topic's injury history may have played a role in the Thunder's choice, marking a significant shift for the former lottery pick. As a result, Topic will be available to sign with any team come free agency.
- •Oklahoma City Thunder declines Nikola Topic's contract option
- •Topic becomes a free agent next summer
- •Decision influenced by Topic's injury history
- •Topic was a former lottery pick
- 2:05 AMESPN NBA — OKC declines option for oft-injured ex-lottery pick Topic
"The Thunder declined to pick up Nikola Topic's option for next season, making the Serbian point guard a free agent next summer.
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