3 emergency Thunder trades to address their injury ravaged rotation
The Oklahoma City Thunder are more shorthanded than ever with Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace and Chet Holmgren all hurt. These trades can address critical needs.
Cason Wallace
Thunder Dealt Unfortunate Chet Holmgren News Hours Before Cavaliers Game
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2026-27 season hoping to build on their championship success. However, injuries have already created challenges for the defending champions. Several players have been sidelined, putting pressure on the team’s depth and rotation.Their next challenge comes against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland is also dealing with injury concerns. Both teams will […] The post Thunder Dealt Unfortunate Chet Holmgren News Hours Before Cavaliers Game appeared first on HEAVY.
JJ Redick calls out Raptors, refs for perpetual hacking not being called
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick was not pleased with how their 131-125 victory over the Raptors was officiated. Although the Raptors committed more fouls than the Lakers, 26, Redick still believed several uncalled fouls ultimately affected the flow of the game. "You guys can see it… That's just the NBA. It's really hard when […] The post JJ Redick calls out Raptors, refs for perpetual hacking not being called appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Will Alex Caruso Play For The Thunder Against The Cavaliers?
The Oklahoma City Thunder are hoping they can use an extra hand after two straight losses this season. However, they will continue to deal with their current healthy players for their Monday matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Thunder will continue to miss Alex Caruso against the Cavaliers on Monday. Caruso is out due to […] The post Will Alex Caruso Play For The Thunder Against The Cavaliers? appeared first on HEAVY.
Toronto Raptors Receive Slander From Lakers’ JJ Redick
The Toronto Raptors drew the ire of Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, who gave a scathing message about the team after their game on Sunday. Redick called out the Raptors for their physical style of play after the Lakers’ 131–125 win, saying that the Raptors play a style where they “just going to […] The post Toronto Raptors Receive Slander From Lakers’ JJ Redick appeared first on HEAVY.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at loss for words after Chet Holmgren injury adds to Thunder’s brutal pile-on
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been hit as hard as any team in recent NBA history by the injury bug in the first week of the 2026 NBA season, recently losing Chet Holmgren for the foreseeable future with a knee issue. Holmgren joins Cason Wallace and Jalen Williams as long-term injury absences for the Thunder, […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at loss for words after Chet Holmgren injury adds to Thunder’s brutal pile-on appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Stephen A. Smith takes Thunder out of title contention after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries
Can the Oklahoma City Thunder thrive without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace? ESPN’s Stephen A Smith isn’t convinced following a devastating opening week. Adding to the unfortunate injury list, Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren is ruled out indefinitely with right knee tendinitis. He underwent a biological treatment that will keep him sidelined for eight to 10 weeks. Coming […] The post Stephen A. Smith takes Thunder out of title contention after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.
OKC Thunder Linked to Trey Murphy Trade Amid Injury Woes
One potential Thunder trade target is Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III, currently in the second year of a four-year, $112 million deal. The post OKC Thunder Linked to Trey Murphy Trade Amid Injury Woes appeared first on HEAVY.
Chet Holmgren’s injury update has Thunder reconsider Ochai Agbaji free agent signing
The Oklahoma City Thunder are up 4-1 at the start of the 2026-27 season but already have plenty of major injury concerns. With Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace already potentially out for the regular season, Chet Holmgren has joined the injury list and is expected to be out for 8-10 weeks after suffering from what […] The post Chet Holmgren’s injury update has Thunder reconsider Ochai Agbaji free agent signing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder Announce Major Timeline Update on Cason Wallace Injury
The OKC Thunder announced a huge update about when Cason Wallace, who had a successful surgery on Friday, will possibly return to action. Wallace underwent successful surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder on Friday, the team said. Notably, the Thunder announced that Wallace will be re-evaluated prior to the end of […] The post Thunder Announce Major Timeline Update on Cason Wallace Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren out indefinitely with knee injury, joining Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace
Oklahoma City Thunder star center Chet Holmgren will miss at least 8 to 10 weeks due to a right knee injury, the team announced on Friday evening. Holmgren, who missed each of the last two games for the Thunder, has been sidelined due to what the team called right knee patellar tendinitis. After experiencing mild […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren out indefinitely with knee injury, joining Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams’ ‘spirit’ remain with Thunder amidst injuries
After the Oklahoma City Thunder lost Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to long-term injuries this week, the team is trying to stay positive despite the two starters’ absences. The Dallas Mavericks handed the Thunder their first loss of 2026-27—a 120-96 rout. On the bench in street clothes, with his left arm in a sling, was Wallace, a […] The post How Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams’ ‘spirit’ remain with Thunder amidst injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA rumors: Add Trey Murphy III, Kings youngster to Thunder trade target list
After reports linked New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones to the Oklahoma City Thunder as a potential trade target following devastating injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, Oklahoma City is reportedly also considering Trey Murphy III. As the NBA world continues to speculate about OKC, including a potential Thunder reunion with Memphis Grizzlies’ Ty […] The post NBA rumors: Add Trey Murphy III, Kings youngster to Thunder trade target list appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder Make Key Signing as Injuries Continue to Mount
The Oklahoma City Thunder are undergoing major in-season changes less than two weeks into the year. Oklahoma City is seeking to win a second NBA title in three years, but injuries are getting in the way. This includes serious ailments that are impacting Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace. How do the Thunder operate during a […] The post Thunder Make Key Signing as Injuries Continue to Mount appeared first on HEAVY.
Thunder sign temporary Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace replacement with 15th roster spot
The Oklahoma City Thunder are addressing their depleted roster following significant injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, with the organization planning to sign veteran guard Ochai Agbaji to fill its 15th roster spot. The move comes after Oklahoma City suffered its first loss of the 2026-27 NBA season Wednesday night, falling 120-96 to the […] The post Thunder sign temporary Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace replacement with 15th roster spot appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kevin Durant Reacts to Jalen Williams & Cason Wallace Injuries
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant reacted to the injuries suffered by Oklahoma City Thunder teammates Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace. Both Williams and Wallace were injured last weekend in a game between the Thunder and the Los Angeles Clippers. Williams has a fractured fibula and a dislocated ankle, and after undergoing successful surgery, will likely […] The post Kevin Durant Reacts to Jalen Williams & Cason Wallace Injuries appeared first on HEAVY.
OKC Thunder Urged to Trade for Former All-Defensive Wing After Major Injuries
The OKC Thunder have been urged to pursue a former All-Defensive wing as major injuries leave their championship defense facing uncertainty. The post OKC Thunder Urged to Trade for Former All-Defensive Wing After Major Injuries appeared first on HEAVY.
NBA rumors: Marc Stein floats ‘dream’ Thunder trade target, but price is currently ridiculous
As analysts speculate about what’s next for Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti after losing Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to long-term injuries, NBA insider Marc Stein floated what a quality player might cost. Memphis Grizzlies’ Ty Jerome has been linked to the Thunder as a potential move, as has New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones, […] The post NBA rumors: Marc Stein floats ‘dream’ Thunder trade target, but price is currently ridiculous appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Why Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Did Not Play In The 4th Quarter vs Mavericks
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander did not see action in the fourth quarter of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 120-96 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night. The loss was the first defeat of the Thunder this season. In the game, they missed Alex Caruso, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, Nikola Topic, and Thomas Sorber. Gilgeous-Alexander played […] The post Why Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Did Not Play In The 4th Quarter vs Mavericks appeared first on HEAVY.
GM Sam Presti teases ‘next steps’ for Thunder after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries
OKLAHOMA CITY — As the NBA world speculates about what Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti has up his sleeve after long-term injuries sidelined Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, it’s still too early to tell. Ty Jerome has already been linked to the Thunder as a potential reunion. The LA Clippers’ need for assets makes […] The post GM Sam Presti teases ‘next steps’ for Thunder after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Thunder rumors: Brian Windhorst gets cryptic with trade reunion tease, and it’s probably about Ty Jerome
As the NBA world continues to speculate Oklahoma City Thunder’s next trade after losing star Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to their respecitve injury issues, did ESPN’s Brian Windhorst tease a potential move for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome? In his first game since Williams and Wallace went down against the LA Clippers, Ajay Mitchell […] The post Thunder rumors: Brian Windhorst gets cryptic with trade reunion tease, and it’s probably about Ty Jerome appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ajay Mitchell embraces newfound role after Thunder lose Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell led his team to a 125-114 win over the Phoenix Suns. In the same game, Cason Wallace suffered a torn left shoulder against the LA Clippers; things got worse. Jalen Williams was carted off the court with a torn fibula and a dislocated left ankle. In the Thunder’s first […] The post Ajay Mitchell embraces newfound role after Thunder lose Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton expected to ‘miss time’ with hamstring strain
The Indiana Pacers have gotten off to a lackluster start to the 2026-27 season, currently sitting at 2-2 ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Earlier in the day on Wednesday, things went from bad to worse with a tough injury update regarding franchise cornerstone Tyrese Haliburton. “Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has sustained […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton expected to ‘miss time’ with hamstring strain appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bill Simmons floats interesting sneaker theory amid rash of NBA injuries
The NBA has already seen a fair share of major injuries this season, and Bill Simmons has a theory for why it might be happening. Simmons said it might be due to the sneaker technology, and he mentioned low tops and injuries below the knee. “I do think there’s stuff to look at with the … The post Bill Simmons floats interesting sneaker theory amid rash of NBA injuries appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.