Thunder part ways with physical therapist Dr. Tobi Owotomo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The Oklahoma City Thunder have announced the departure of Dr. Tobi Owotomo, their longtime Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer. Owotomo had been with the team for two seasons, following her tenure with the G League's OKC Blue. During her time with the Thunder, the team faced several injuries, including significant time lost by players Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Following her departure in June 2026, the Thunder hired Maral Javadifar as their new Athletic Performance Director. The team's full coaching staff is expected to be revealed ahead of the 2026-27 regular season.
- •Dr. Tobi Owotomo left the Thunder in June 2026.
- •She previously worked with the OKC Blue before joining the Thunder.
- •Owotomo attended to players during games and managed their rehabilitation.
- •The Thunder hired Maral Javadifar as Athletic Performance Director shortly after.
- •The full coaching staff will be revealed before the new season.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — OKC Thunder move on from longtime Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer
"Oklahoma City Thunder move on from longtime Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer.
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