OKC Thunder prepares for the 2026 NBA Draft with three picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The 2026 NBA Draft takes place on June 23 in New York City. The Oklahoma City Thunder, coming off a championship season, hold picks No. 12, No. 17, and No. 37. General Manager Sam Presti is expected to explore various trade options and could diversify their roster with a guard and frontcourt player. Predictions suggest that the Thunder may either keep all three picks or make a move with pick No. 37. The team's preference for internal evaluations may lead to surprising selections during the draft.
- •2026 NBA Draft starts at 7 p.m. CT on June 23.
- •Thunder hold three picks: No. 12, No. 17, and No. 37.
- •Predictions suggest the Thunder will diversify their roster.
- •Possible trade of pick No. 37 for future assets is anticipated.
- •Oklahoma City may select players earlier than public consensus expects.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — OKC Thunder NBA Draft 2026: Final Big Board and Three Draft Night Predictions
"Armed with three picks and a championship roster, Sam Presti faces a high-stakes balancing act. Discover which prospects fit the system and how OKC might shock the league.
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