Thunder address roster plans after trading Lu Dort this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder have an open roster spot following the trades of Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe. The team aims to fill this vacancy as it continues to reshape its lineup while providing opportunities for returning players. Thunder management has indicated that ownership is poised to invest in the team's future, especially as significant contracts for players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren loom. General manager Sam Presti noted that savings from recent payroll reductions will potentially be reinvested as the franchise prepares for a new arena and looks forward to planned expansions in league revenue.
- •OKC has traded Lu Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe.
- •The team is considering filling one open roster spot.
- •Ownership is projected to invest in the team's future.
- •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren's contracts will impact the salary cap.
- •Thunder's new arena and league expansion are on the horizon.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Thunder mailbag: How will OKC fill final roster spot following Lu Dort trade?
"OKC Thunder beat writer Justin Martinez answers your biggest questions about the team.
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