Oklahoma City Thunder 2023-24 Season

[Laramie]

Got to be a total disappointment for Minnesota; they had the height and length to compete with the Mavs--they lost all of their 3 home games ending their season losing 124 - 103. Dallas advances to NBA finals beating Minnesota 4 - 1.

[Laramie]

Giddey for Kuzma Trade Rumors ESCALATING...

Kyle Kuzma profile: Age: 28 - Height 6'9" - Weight 221 lbs, PPG 22.2 - RPG 6.6 - LYC $25,568,182
Josh Giddey - $6,587,040

[dankrutka]

"rumors escalating" is a funny phrase that has no connection to reality. If OKC traded with Washington, I'd think Deni Avdija is a more likely target than Kyle Kuzma.

[BoulderSooner]

"rumors escalating" is a funny phrase that has no connection to reality. If OKC traded with Washington, I'd think Deni Avdija is a more likely target than Kyle Kuzma.

100%

[PhiAlpha]

Yeah we’re about to have a summer of clueless people suggesting really stupid trades on the internet.

We are so back.

[king183]

Yeah we’re about to have a summer of clueless people suggesting really stupid trades on the internet.

We are so back.

This is simultaneously one of my favorite and most hated parts of the year: when everyone who played rec ball is certain they know NBA player strategy better than Sam Presti.

[dankrutka]

This is simultaneously one of my favorite and most hated parts of the year: when everyone who played rec ball is certain they know NBA player strategy better than Sam Presti.

Part of being a fan is speculating about what moves the teams will make. It’s fun. I just try to differentiate between informed speculation and uninformed clickbait.

Everyone knows Markkanen would be a great fit for the Thunder, but Ainge is going to demand a massive amount in response. He always does, which will likely make the price too high.

[Dob Hooligan]

Part of being a fan is speculating about what moves the teams will make. It’s fun. I just try to differentiate between informed speculation and uninformed clickbait.

Everyone knows Markkanen would be a great fit for the Thunder, but Ainge is going to demand a massive amount in response. He always does, which will likely make the price too high.

Agree. But I think it is all uninformed clickbait. “Some are saying”, “Rumors are rising”, “From those in the know”.

[dankrutka]

Agree. But I think it is all uninformed clickbait. “Some are saying”, “Rumors are rising”, “From those in the know”.

I am separating that type of content from informed writers/podcasters, for example, discussing which players make sense based on the Thunder's organizational goals and approaches.

[Laramie]

Lauri Markkanen, Age 27, HT: 7.0 - WT: 240 - PPG 23.2, RPG 8.2,

[Bowser214]

Yes! Fingers crossed!!

[Dob Hooligan]

I read today that “NBA insiders are saying Russel Westbrook could opt out of his Clippers contract and go where he gets more minutes”. That is mindless clickbait

[Laramie]

Tidjane Salaün - 6-9 / 207 lbs

Link: https://www.nba.com/draft/2024/prospects/tidjane-salaun

[Bill Robertson]

ESPN is saying Josh Giddy has been traded to the Bulls for Alex Caruso.

[citywokchinesefood]

ESPN is saying Josh Giddy has been traded to the Bulls for Alex Caruso.

He started out with the OKC Blue under coach Daigneault. He is one of the best guard defenders in the league with a very good shot from beyond the arc. He is older and a bit injury prone, however he could be a major contributor in a playoff series. This is a good pickup.

Caruso on how Sam Presti changed his perspective on making it into the leauge:
https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=e0905...lGMzhURQ&ntb=1

[Laramie]

Bulls trade Alex Caruso to Oklahoma City Thunder for Josh Giddey: https://sports.yahoo.com/bulls-trade...ycsrp_catchall

[dankrutka]

Another Presti heist. Caruso is a great addition and will fit much more cleanly than Giddey. This could be huge.

[Libbymin]

I was pretty surprised to see that we were able to pull this trade off without having to get up any picks. Bulls fans tend to think they got the short end of the stick here.

[BoulderSooner]

I was pretty surprised to see that we were able to pull this trade off without having to get up any picks. Bulls fans tend to think they got the short end of the stick here.

giddy has more value then caruso

[dankrutka]

giddy has more value then caruso

He does not. Caruso is considered arguably the best 3 and D player in the NBA. Giddey had to be benched in the playoffs because he was a liability. Caruso absolutely has more value. I hope Giddey has a great career, but he’d have to make a major jump in shooting to get to where Caruso is. It can happen, but it’s not likely.

[citywokchinesefood]

giddy has more value then caruso

He has more potential than Caruso, but Caruso is a better fit for this team right now. Josh needs to have the opportunity to be the primary ball handler on a team to reach his potential. I hope he does well for team Australia and the Bulls.

[dankrutka]

He has more potential than Caruso, but Caruso is a better fit for this team right now. Josh needs to have the opportunity to be the primary ball handler on a team to reach his potential. I hope he does well for team Australia and the Bulls.

I don't agree that Giddey has more potential than Caruso. Again, Caruso is considered arguably the best perimeter in the NBA, he's a very good 3 point shooter, he's a great guard screener, and he's a good playmaker who can handle the ball. I'm not sure Giddey has a ceiling to be that kind of an impact player. I think people are going to be surprised. Caruso is basically an upgraded Dort because he's a better offensive player. (P.S. If OKC ends up making a trade, this does make Dort more expendable, which sucks because I love the guy).

[BoulderSooner]

Caruso is basically an upgraded Dort because he's a better offensive player..

lol he averaged less ppg on a much worse team ...

now caruso is a better passer and he is a better corner 3 point shooter ...


Giddy .. is 21 and has much much more potential then caruso .. ... caruso is a better defender and better 3 point shooter then Giddy .. that is all .. Caruso has averaged 10ppg 1 time in his career last season 10.1 on a middling team

giddy has a 16.6 7.9 and 6.2 line already in his career ... and his career ppg/apg/rpg are better then Caruso's career best in all 3 categories ..

[Richard at Remax]

If that trade happened in a fantasy league it would get vetoed

[sooner88]

If that trade happened in a fantasy league it would get vetoed

Caruso will be an unrestricted free agent next year, and I'm sure he indicated to the Bulls that he wasn't going to resign. Imagine that our plan is to extend Caruso for 4 years.