Thunder management not pursuing Giannis trade or Holmgren deal
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder have no plans to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo or to move Chet Holmgren, according to team general manager Sam Presti. This comes after the Thunder's recent Game 7 loss to the Spurs in the Western Conference finals, where injuries to key players like Jalen Williams impacted performance. The Thunder's management is prioritizing continuity rather than making impulsive moves. Despite a challenging playoff run, the team aims to build on its existing roster heading into the offseason.
- •Thunder lost in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals
- •Jalen Williams played limited minutes due to injury
- •Sam Presti emphasizes roster continuity
- •Thunder not considering trades involving Holmgren or Antetokounmpo
- •Focus remains on building around existing talent
- 10:31 AMYahoo Sports — Thinking Thunder will trade for Giannis or trade away Chet Holmgren? Think again
"The Thunder isn’t going to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sam Presti and OKC aren't going to trade away Chet Holmgren either. Here's why.
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