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Thunder’s Core Faces Financial Crossroads | Oklahoma City Thunder News
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s championship run is in jeopardy as they face a brutal financial reality: their core could be forced to break up after the 2026-27 season. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren locked in for massive contracts, the team risks hitting the luxury tax line — and potential deals for Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell make it worse. Insiders say trading Holmgren, despite his talent and flashes against elite competition, is the most logical move — with a 70% chance of happening. It’s a painful but necessary choice to balance current success with…
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