Thunder make significant roster changes through trades and draft picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 1:36 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been active in reshaping their roster following the 2026 NBA Draft. Key trades include Aaron Wiggins being sent to the Atlanta Hawks and Isaiah Joe moving to the Detroit Pistons, both resulting in additional draft picks for Oklahoma City. The team also selected three prospects, including highly regarded center Aday Mara at 12th overall. Additionally, Isaiah Hartenstein has signed a three-year contract extension with the team worth $25 million annually. These moves signal an aggressive approach to maintain their competitive status in the league.
- •Aaron Wiggins traded to the Atlanta Hawks for two second-round picks.
- •Isaiah Joe dealt to the Detroit Pistons, also netting second-round picks.
- •Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz, and Otega Oweh were drafted by the Thunder.
- •Isaiah Hartenstein signs a new three-year, $25 million contract.
- •Thunder prioritize roster flexibility and depth for future success.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — How The Thunder Are Shaping Their Future With Recent Offseason Moves
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — Draft Picks, Trades and Signings: Thunder Are Making Moves
"By balancing aggressive acquisitions like Isaiah Hartenstein with calculated payroll management, Sam Presti is navigating a high-stakes financial puzzle to preserve a sustainable championship-caliber core in Oklahoma City.
"From championship-winning staples signing extensions to draft-day steals and bittersweet trades, Sam Presti is aggressively reshaping Oklahoma City’s roster to sustain a burgeoning NBA dynasty.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 11:00 AMHow The Thunder Are Shaping Their Future With Recent Offseason Moves
By balancing aggressive acquisitions like Isaiah Hartenstein with calculated payroll management, Sam Presti is navigating a high-stakes financial puzzle to preserve a sustainable championship-caliber core in Oklahoma City.
- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 1:36 AMDraft Picks, Trades and Signings: Thunder Are Making Moves
From championship-winning staples signing extensions to draft-day steals and bittersweet trades, Sam Presti is aggressively reshaping Oklahoma City’s roster to sustain a burgeoning NBA dynasty.
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