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Nique Clifford • SF • Thunder

Nique Clifford Traded to the Thunder

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Nique Clifford is being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for two second-round picks, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The move sends Clifford back to the franchise that selected him 24th overall in 2025 before dealing him to Sacramento on draft night. The 24-year-old had fallen out of the Kings' rotation, logging just 50 minutes across eight games this season after averaging 8.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists as a rookie. Oklahoma City is missing Jalen Williams (leg), Cason Wallace (shoulder), and Chet Holmgren (knee), giving Clifford a chance to compete for reserve minutes, though Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain remain ahead of him in the fantasy pecking order.

2 days ago

Jaylin Williams • PF • Thunder | Jaylin Williams • PF

Jaylin Williams Set to Miss Second Straight Game

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Jaylin Williams (back) has been ruled out for Friday's NBA Cup game against the Memphis Grizzlies with lower-back spasms. Williams also missed Wednesday's win over Cleveland and will now sit for a second straight game. The 24-year-old is averaging 2.9 points and 4.1 rebounds this season. With Chet Holmgren (knee) and Jalen Williams (leg) facing lengthy absences, Aday Mara should remain heavily involved after averaging 6.4 points and 5.6 rebounds so far. Kenrich Williams and Micah Peavy should also continue seeing extra minutes while Oklahoma City works through its depleted frontcourt.

5 days ago

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Ends Three-Game Absence Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers after missing three straight contests. Caruso sprained his right ankle against Phoenix on Oct. 26 but is ready to return to a Thunder team still missing Jalen Williams (leg) and Cason Wallace (shoulder). The 32-year-old averaged 9.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists through four games before getting hurt. Caruso should have plenty of opportunity while Oklahoma City remains short-handed, and his return could cut into Jared McCain's recent workload.

7 days ago

Jaylin Williams • PF • Thunder | Jaylin Williams • PF

Jaylin Williams Iffy for Wednesday Against Cleveland

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Jaylin Williams (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to lower back spasms. Williams made his first start of the season in Monday's 117-112 win at Cleveland, finishing with three points in 20 minutes while shooting 1-for-6 from the field. He is averaging 2.9 points and 4.0 rebounds this season, but Oklahoma City remains thin up front with Chet Holmgren (knee) sidelined for 8-to-10 weeks. If Williams sits, Aday Mara, Kenrich Williams, and Micah Peavy could all pick up additional minutes.

7 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Pours in Season-High 43 Points

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in a season-high 43 points in Monday's 117-112 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, adding three rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and one block in 38 minutes. He shot 14-for-35 from the field and buried the go-ahead three with 32.6 seconds remaining. The 35 attempts matched a career high as Oklahoma City leaned heavily on him with Jalen Williams (leg), Chet Holmgren (knee), Cason Wallace (shoulder), and Alex Caruso (ankle) sidelined. With several key pieces still unavailable, Gilgeous-Alexander should continue carrying a massive offensive workload in Wednesday's rematch with Cleveland.

Nov 3

Dalen Terry • SG • Thunder

Dalen Terry Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Thunder

Free-agent guard/forward Dalen Terry has agreed to a two-year deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The former No. 18 overall pick spent training camp with Golden State before being waived in October and now gives a depleted Thunder roster another perimeter option. Jalen Williams (leg) and Cason Wallace (shoulder) are out long-term following surgery, while Alex Caruso (ankle) has also been sidelined. Terry averaged 4.1 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 12.4 minutes across 14 games with Philadelphia last season. He may get a chance to crack the rotation while Oklahoma City is short-handed, but Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain remain ahead of him for fantasy purposes.

Nov 3

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace to be Re-Evaluated Before Regular Season Ends

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace (shoulder) underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum and will be re-evaluated before the end of the 2026-27 regular season, the team announced. Wallace led the NBA with 150 steals last season while averaging 1.9 per game and earning All-Defensive Second Team honors. His absence leaves Oklahoma City without one of its best perimeter defenders for an extended stretch. Ajay Mitchell has already taken on more responsibility, including a career-high 30-point game against Phoenix, while Jared McCain should also continue seeing steady minutes in the backcourt.

Oct 30

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Out at Least 8-10 Weeks

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (knee) will miss at least eight to 10 weeks after undergoing a biological treatment for a small patellar tendon tear, according to Marc Stein. Holmgren had been sidelined since Oct. 25 with what the Thunder initially called patellar tendinitis. The 24-year-old averaged 12.0 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.0 blocks through three games before the injury. Isaiah Hartenstein has responded with three straight double-doubles and should remain a strong source of rebounds. Aday Mara should also stay in the mix for regular bench minutes, with his rebounding and shot-blocking giving Oklahoma City another option inside.

Oct 30

Ajay Mitchell • PG • Thunder

Ajay Mitchell Cleared to Play Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (ankle) will play Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks, coach Mark Daigneault said, per Clemente Almanza of USA Today. Mitchell entered the day questionable after spraining his ankle following Monday's win over Phoenix, when he scored a career-high 30 points on 10-for-16 shooting. He is averaging 16.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists through four games, and Oklahoma City still needs plenty from him with Jalen Williams (leg), Cason Wallace (shoulder), and Alex Caruso (ankle) unavailable. That should keep Mitchell involved offensively alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander even if his scoring cools off from Monday's career night.

Oct 28

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Expected to Miss Time With Ankle Sprain

Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (ankle) is expected to miss time due to a right ankle sprain, with no clear timeline for his return. The 32-year-old suffered the injury when Dillon Brooks landed on his ankle late in the second quarter of Monday's 125-114 win over Phoenix. Caruso finished with nine points, two rebounds and three assists in nine minutes. With Caruso ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Dallas, Josh Dix and Bennett Stirtz, who both logged more than 20 minutes Monday, could continue seeing increased playing time in OKC's depleted rotation.

Oct 28

Ajay Mitchell • PG • Thunder

Ajay Mitchell Questionable Against Dallas

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Mitchell hurt his right ankle during Monday's win over Phoenix, where he scored a career-high 30 points on 10-for-16 shooting in his first start of the season. The third-year guard is averaging 16.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists through four games. With Jalen Williams (ankle) and Cason Wallace (shoulder) facing lengthy absences, Mitchell has a clear path to heavy minutes once healthy. If he sits Wednesday, Jared McCain and rookie Bennett Stirtz could take on more work with Alex Caruso (ankle) also unavailable.

Oct 28

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren to Miss Second Straight Game

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks with right patellar tendinitis. It will be his second straight absence after averaging 12.0 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.0 blocks through three games. Isaiah Hartenstein should continue to handle the bulk of the center minutes, while rookie Aday Mara is worth a look after posting 11 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and two blocks in 20 minutes against Phoenix. Kenrich Williams should also stay more involved in the frontcourt, but Mara's rebounding and shot-blocking give him the stronger short-term fantasy appeal.

Oct 27

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Leaves Game Early with Ankle Injury

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (ankle) did not return to Monday's 125-114 win over the Phoenix Suns after suffering a right ankle sprain. The 32-year-old was injured when Dillon Brooks came down on his ankle late in the second quarter and finished with nine points, two rebounds, and three assists in nine minutes while going 3-for-5 from three. With Jalen Williams (ankle, fibula) and Cason Wallace (shoulder) already sidelined, Oklahoma City's perimeter depth is getting tested. Bennett Stirtz and Josh Dix both logged more than 20 minutes Monday and could stay in the rotation if Caruso misses Wednesday's game in Dallas.

Oct 27

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Likely Sidelined for Most of the Season

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace (shoulder) will undergo surgery after being diagnosed with a torn labrum in his left shoulder, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 23-year-old is expected to miss several months and could be sidelined for most or all of the season. Wallace earned All-Defensive Second Team honors last year while averaging 8.6 points and 1.9 steals and leading the NBA with 150 total steals. His absence leaves a big hole at the point of attack, with Alex Caruso likely to shoulder more of the defensive burden while Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain get more chances in the backcourt.

Oct 26

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Likely Out for the Season

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (leg) is expected to miss several months after suffering a dislocated left ankle and fractured fibula in Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Clippers, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 25-year-old will undergo surgery, with general manager Sam Presti saying a firmer timetable will come afterward. Williams played only 33 games last season while averaging 17.1 points and 5.5 assists, making another extended absence a major blow. With Cason Wallace (shoulder) also headed for surgery, Ajay Mitchell should take on a much larger role after posting 18 points, six rebounds, four assists, and three steals Sunday.

Oct 26

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Thomas Sorber • C • Thunder

Thomas Sorber and Nikola Topic Remain Sidelined Monday

Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports that Oklahoma City Thunder center Thomas Sorber (knee) and guard Nikola Topic (back) will remain sidelined for Monday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. The Thunder mistakenly omitted both from their initial injury report due to a clerical error. Neither player has made an appearance this season, and there is currently no projected return date. With Sorber and Topic unavailable for the foreseeable future, neither holds much fantasy value.

Oct 26

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Sidelined on Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns due to right patellar tendinitis. His next opportunity to return comes Wednesday against the Mavs. With Holmgren sidelined, Isaiah Hartenstein is expected to take on an expanded frontcourt role. Hartenstein posted 12 points, 12 rebounds, one assist, and one steal across 27 minutes in Sunday's 108-101 win over the Clippers. The veteran big man should see increased minutes and rebounding opportunities, making him a valuable fantasy option while Holmgren is unavailable.

Oct 26

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Leaves on Stretcher Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (ankle) left the game on a stretcher late Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers after suffering an apparent ankle injury. The 25-year-old had already made an earlier trip to the locker room, returned, and later finished with eight points, two rebounds, and five assists. Oklahoma City has not yet announced a diagnosis, making his status for Monday's game against Phoenix highly uncertain. Williams appeared in only 33 regular-season games last season so that another absence would be a difficult setback. Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain could take on larger roles, especially with Cason Wallace (shoulder) also banged up.

Oct 25

Jaylin Williams • PF • Thunder | Jaylin Williams • PF

Jaylin Williams Exits Sunday with Wrist Injury

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Jaylin Williams (wrist) will not return to Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to right wrist soreness, according to Nick Gallo. Williams went scoreless on one shot attempt in five minutes before heading to the locker room. The 24-year-old missed the entire preseason with a heel issue and had gone just 2-for-10 from the field through his first two games. Oklahoma City hosts Phoenix on Monday, and Aday Mara could pick up more backup-center minutes if Williams is unable to play the second leg of the back-to-back.

Oct 25

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Exits in First Quarter Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace (shoulder) will not return to Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to left shoulder soreness, according to Nick Gallo. Wallace went down after colliding with an Isaiah Jackson screen in the first quarter and headed to the locker room with four points and three rebounds. Jared McCain opened the second half in his place, putting him in line for more backcourt work if Wallace misses additional time. Oklahoma City hosts Phoenix on Monday, leaving Wallace's status worth monitoring on the second night of the back-to-back.

Oct 25

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