Oklahoma City Thunder acquire Bennett Stirtz in NBA Draft trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:09 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Bennett Stirtz was selected 16th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23 before being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Stirtz, a former Iowa star, had a productive college career, averaging 19.8 points per game in his senior season. He is recognized for his scoring efficiency, including a 47.7% field goal percentage and 84.8% from the free throw line. Stirtz played 140 games across four seasons without missing one, showcasing his durability and work ethic. He now joins the Thunder as they look to develop him into a key contributor.
- •Stirtz averaged 19.8 points and 4.4 assists in his final college season.
- •He scored over 2,300 points during his college career.
- •Stirtz shot 47.7% from the field and 35.8% from three-point range.
- •He played all 140 possible games in college, demonstrating durability.
- •Oklahoma City acquired him after the Grizzlies selected him in the draft.
- 2:09 AMYahoo Sports — What the Oklahoma City Thunder are getting in Iowa's Bennett Stirtz
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