Thunder Trade Deadline: 10 potential targets

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of rebuilding, remaining patient as they seek to become a cohesive playoff team again. With Thursday’s trade deadline approaching, they may be looking to take another step in that direction.
With a ton of roster flexibility, an open roster spot, and plenty of business strengths, Oklahoma City could go in many different directions.
While it’s highly likely the Thunder will be passive at the deadline and part of a larger deal to take a salary while acquiring more assets, they could also consider adding talent. At the stage they are at, adding a player that fits the timeline is of extreme importance. Still several years away from being competitive again, a still fairly young player should be the top priority in any trade.
Let’s take a look at 10 players who could realistically be acquired if the Thunder decided to go aggressive at the trade deadline.
Thomas Bryant
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Obi Toppin

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Marvin Bagley

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James Wiseman

[Darren Yamashita]
Collin Sexton

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Domantas Sabonis

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John Collins

[Bruce Kluckhohn]
Sadiq Bey

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Mo Bamba

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P. J. Washington

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Again, the Thunder don’t have to make a deal. At this phase of the rebuild, perhaps taking unwanted pay from another team while earning another draft pick would be their best bet.
However, if Oklahoma City wants to add another building block, there are plenty of options.
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