Thunder prepares for NBA Draft with three significant picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 4:54 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder are focused on their draft strategy after a loss in the West Conference Finals. They hold the #12, #17, and #37 picks in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. General Manager Sam Presti indicated that the team will explore multiple options including trades to move up or down. There is potential for significant roster changes as the Thunder seek to compete with contenders like the San Antonio Spurs. The team aims to finalize decisions before the draft, which is scheduled for later this month.
- •Thunder lost a Game 7 in the West Conference Finals last week.
- •They possess three draft picks: #12, #17, and #37.
- •Options include trading picks for a superstar or future assets.
- •Focus on keeping pace with younger teams like the Spurs.
- •Decisions will be made ahead of the draft later this month.
- 4:54 PMYahoo Sports — Sam Presti reveals Thunder's NBA Draft game plan for their three picks
"The Thunder will have a busy month or two ahead.
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