Sam Presti addresses disappointment over Thunder's recent roster changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 2:05 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Oklahoma City Thunder General Manager Sam Presti acknowledged disappointment regarding the team's recent roster moves, which included the departure of Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins. To comply with NBA cap regulations, the Thunder is now $6.9 million below the second apron and did not acquire replacement players. Presti sympathized with fans concerned about prioritizing cost savings over roster improvement, especially following a championship run last season. He expressed hope for the development of new players Nikola Topic, Thomas Sorber, Aday Mara, and Bennett Stirtz, who have limited NBA experience but carry high expectations as the team transitions.
- •Thunder cut three players to avoid tax penalties.
- •Presti feels personal disappointment over roster changes.
- •Team now has an open roster spot with no new acquisitions.
- •Focus shifts to developing younger players with potential.
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