THE Oklahoma City Thunder continues to excel in the draft late in the lottery, with recent picks like Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace making significant contributions. Now, with the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, they aim to regain value, with ESPN highlighting Nikola Topic as the ideal pick both in terms of fit and value.
In numbers
- Jalen Williams was selected with the No. 12 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
- Cason Wallace was selected 10th overall in the 2023 NBA Draft.
Yes, but
Some concerns exist around Topic’s knee injury, but the potential long-term value outweighs the immediate downside.
State of play
- Thunder general manager Sam Presti has a history of successful late lottery picks.
- ESPN’s mock draft lines up Topic as both the best fit and best value for the Thunder.
And after
If selected, Topic could provide the Thunder with a top talent with a long-term investment, potentially reshaping the team’s future dynamic.
Conclusion
By targeting Topic in the draft, the Thunder have the opportunity to secure a high-value asset with the potential to make a significant impact on their roster in the future, strengthening the foundation for their success.
