Thunder navigate salary cap with Disabled Player Exception options

The Oklahoma City Thunder can apply for a Disabled Player Exception regarding two players following recent injuries. The team is over the first apron but is still eligible to use the exception, along with three trade exceptions. An NBA-designated physician must determine if the players will be sidelined until June 15. This development occurs against the backdrop of the team's strategic salary cap management as they look to maintain roster flexibility during the season.

• 10:46 PMYahoo Sports — Despite being over the first apron (they can also …