Oklahoma City Thunder promote Cason Wallace to full-time starter role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to promote Cason Wallace to a full-time starting position for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. This change comes as the team seeks to increase Wallace's offensive and defensive responsibilities, building upon his previous role as the unofficial sixth starter. Known for his defensive skills, Wallace aims to enhance his scoring and assist numbers as he enters his fourth season. The Thunder's decision to invest in Wallace aligns with their strategic moves this summer, as he also discusses a potential contract extension.
- •Cason Wallace averaged 8.6 PPG in the 2025-26 season.
- •Thunder are focused on maximizing Wallace's offensive opportunities.
- •Team underwent a roster change during the offseason.
- •Wallace is known as a top point-of-attack defender.
- •Contract extension discussions are ongoing for Wallace.
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