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Thunder sign Zhaire Smith to Exhibit 10 contract ahead of camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 10:49 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Thunder sign Zhaire Smith to Exhibit 10 contract ahead of camp

Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed former first-round pick Zhaire Smith to an Exhibit 10 contract in preparation for training camp. This move allows Smith, who spent last season with the Oklahoma City Blue, to compete for a spot on the roster as the team gets ready for the 2026-27 NBA season. Originally selected 16th overall by the Phoenix Suns in 2018, Smith has been active primarily in the G League after a brief stint with the Philadelphia 76ers. His familiarity with the Thunder organization positions him to potentially earn another opportunity in the NBA.

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•Zhaire Smith was the 16th pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.
•Smith played for Oklahoma City Blue last season.
•He has made 13 NBA appearances during his career.
•The Thunder prepare for training camp next week.
•This contract allows evaluation for the G League roster.

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10:49 PMYahoo Sports — Thunder news: 2018 1st round pick signs E10 deal with OKC

What they're saying

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are bringing back a familiar face ahead of training camp, signing former first-round pick Zhaire Smith to an Exhibit 10 contract. ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel reported the move Friday via X, formerly known as Twitter. “Zhaire Smith, the 16th pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, has signed an E10 deal with the OKC Thunder.” […] The post Thunder news: 2018 1st round pick signs E10 deal with OKC appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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