The Oklahoma City Thunder don’t seem concerned with the present as the NBA offseason approaches. Their team-building strategy looks geared toward a dynasty: In the 2030s.
It’s a controversial method. General Manager Sam Presti has hoarded draft picks like they were canned goods in a doomsday scenario.
The Thunder have been blatantly tanking to maximize their lottery odds. People don’t like it, but Presti has given no indication that his team will change course.
What if they did? The Thunder could spare a couple of first-round picks and still have the most in the league. Could they make a move for a young player with proven NBA impact?
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If they did, Ben Simmons could be a target. He’s potentially a buy-low option given the uncertainty surrounding his availability.
If the Oklahoma City Thunder want to surprise the NBA world this summer, here’s a trade they could offer the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Ben Simmons.
