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Thunder Trade Dort to Avoid Luxury Tax | Oklahoma City Thunder News
The Oklahoma City Thunder just pulled off a bold three-team trade, sending Luguentz Dort to the Hawks for three second-round picks — part of a calculated move to shed salary and avoid crushing luxury tax penalties. Alongside earlier deals involving Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe, the Thunder saved over $200 million, even though those players were key to their championship run. With the NBA’s second apron tightening the financial leash, teams like the Knicks, Nuggets, and Cavaliers are facing similar tough choices. It’s a new era where roster decisions are dictated less by passion and more by…
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