Thunder aim to keep Luguentz Dort from joining the Lakers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:18 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder are looking to retain Luguentz Dort amidst a salary cap crunch following their playoff exit. With max extensions for Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren on the horizon, Dort's future with the team is uncertain. The Thunder are reportedly keen to ensure Dort does not join the Los Angeles Lakers, who could potentially sign him if his team option is declined. Dort averaged 8.3 points during the regular season and is viewed as a potential fit for the Lakers, despite recent playoff struggles.
- •Dort has a team option for next season with Oklahoma City.
- •Thunder are facing a salary cap crunch after playoff elimination.
- •Dort averaged 8.3 points during the regular season.
- •Lakers may need to explore alternatives if Dort is unavailable.
- •Thunder prefer to keep Dort away from the Lakers.
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Thunder want to keep Luguentz Dort 'away from the Lakers'
"Lakers fans shouldn't hope too much that Luguentz Dort joins the Purple and Gold this summer.
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