Oklahoma City Thunder consider three prospects for 2026 NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
As the 2026 NBA draft approaches, the Oklahoma City Thunder hold the No. 12 pick, acquired from the LA Clippers. Three polarizing prospects are being evaluated for this selection. Nate Ament from Tennessee had a solid college season, averaging 16.7 points but showed inconsistencies in scoring. Bennett Stirtz, from Iowa, emerged as a strong scorer with a 19.8-point average, yet lacks defensive versatility and is considered older for a lottery pick. Karim Lopez, playing in the NBL, averaged 11.9 points and has potential but remains raw in skills. The team seeks to enhance their roster heading into the offseason.
- •Thunder hold the No. 12 pick in the 2026 NBA draft.
- •Nate Ament averaged 16.7 points at Tennessee with shooting concerns.
- •Bennett Stirtz scored 19.8 points at Iowa but is seen as limited.
- •Karim Lopez averaged 11.9 points in the NBL, showing raw potential.
- •Thunder aim to strengthen their roster with these selections.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA draft: Here are 5 Round 2 prospects OKC Thunder could look at
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA draft: 3 polarizing prospects OKC Thunder could add at No. 12
"2026 NBA draft: Here are 5 Round 2 prospects Oklahoma City Thunder could look at.
"2026 NBA draft: 3 polarizing prospects Oklahoma City Thunder could add at No. 12.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 1:00 AM2026 NBA draft: Here are 5 Round 2 prospects OKC Thunder could look at
2026 NBA draft: Here are 5 Round 2 prospects Oklahoma City Thunder could look at.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 12:00 AM2026 NBA draft: 3 polarizing prospects OKC Thunder could add at No. 12
2026 NBA draft: 3 polarizing prospects Oklahoma City Thunder could add at No. 12.
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