Oklahoma City Thunder Receive: G Kyle Lowry, G/F Duncan Robinson, 2023 First-Round Pick (MIA), 2023 First-Round Pick (TOR), 2025 First-Round Pick (TOR), 2027 First-Round Pick (TOR), 2028 First-Round Pick (MIA) 

Miami Heat Receive: G Fred VanVleet, F/C Derrick Favors, F/C Khem Birch 

Toronto Raptors Receive: G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 

In fact, the situation between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder is an interesting one. 

Plenty of observers are ready to see him depart. Yet, it’s hard to find a credible rumor that he’s looking to exit. The notion that he would is entirely fuelled by speculation. 

With that said, it’s hard not to speculate. Gilgeous-Alexander is already a star-caliber player in this league. It’s easy to assume that he’s ready to start playing meaningful NBA games.

As it stands, it’s hard to say when the Thunder will share that goal. 

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Perhaps it will be sooner than later. Of course, it’s also possible that Gilgeous-Alexander believes in this team’s long-term vision. 

In the event that there’s an interest in separation on either side, is this the right deal for the Thunder?