Why The Oklahoma City Thunder Do The Deal 

Of course, a team in the Thunder’s position has the luxury of flexibility. 

At this stage, they can decide who they want as long-term members of their core. Just because a player is young and productive doesn’t mean they’ve got to keep them. 

The team could be forgiven if they don’t see Dort as a must-keep player. This is an outstanding perimeter defender.

On the other hand, Dort is also an undersized wing who consistently shoots poorly from the field. 

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Perhaps the Thunder see a future without him. If they do, absorbing Robinson’s contract is a small price to pay if they’re acquiring another first-round pick. 

Should the Heat surrender one for a player like Dort?