EPISODE · Jun 21, 2026 · 17 MIN
Thunder Trade Talks HEATING UP...
from Thunder Digest · host Digest Media
Sign up for PrizePicks here: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/THUNDER Use promo code DIGEST The Oklahoma City (OKC) Thunder just received a call about potentially trading franchise legend Lu Dort. The longest tenured player on the team, Lu Dort has been a roster staple, and even started every game he played over the past three seasons. But with a team option on Sam Presti's desk, the objectively correct decision for the Thunder may go against the heart of fans. Thunder Digest host Gabriel Ebersole breaks down why Dort is near "must go" status this offseason: a decision fueled not necessarily by Lu Dort's own shortcomings, but by the meteoric rise and star potential of 22 year old Cason Wallace. Becoming the NBA's steals leader and earning an All-Defensive team selection off of the bench in 2025-26, Wallace is an established defensive threat, just like Lu Dort. But he brings other dangerous elements to his game: a serious deep threat, a capable playmaker, ability to score off the dribble. The 27 year old Dort may be entering his prime, and his point-of-attack defense is a valued trait among championship contending teams, but that almost works as more of a reason to trade him. Because not only could Cason Wallace very well be a star in this league, not only does he need more time on the court and in the starting lineup to realize that potential...he knows it, and is growing impatient waiting. #okcthunder #nba #ludort --- Thunder Digest covers the latest reports, news and rumors regarding the Oklahoma City Thunder. If you want to stay updated with every trade, move and tidbit on players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Lu Dort, Alex Caruso, Isaiah Hartenstein, Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, Mark Daigneault and Sam Presti. Thunder Digest gives Oklahoma City Thunder and NBA news and rumors like Chat Sports, Hoops Tonight, Kenny For Real, Dom2k, ThreeCone and others. Have you ever wanted to break into sports media as a write or content creator? Apply to join the Digest Media team today here: https://digestmedia.ca/join-us/ for_digest_redistribution --- Unchanged --- NBA Trade Rumors, NBA Free Agency, NBA Draft, NBA Finals Preview, Fantasy Basketball Advice, NBA Betting Odds, NBA Jersey Review, Player Performance Breakdown, Sports Analytics, NBA Highlights, NBA News Update, NBA Stats, NBA Roster Moves, NBA Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sign up for PrizePicks here: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/THUNDER Use promo code DIGEST The Oklahoma City (OKC) Thunder just received a call about potentially trading franchise legend Lu Dort. The longest tenured player on the team, Lu Dort has been a roster staple, and even started every game he played over the past three seasons. But with a team option on Sam Presti's desk, the objectively correct decision for the Thunder may go against the heart of fans. Thunder Digest host Gabriel Ebersole breaks down why Dort is near "must go" status this offseason: a decision fueled not necessarily by Lu Dort's own shortcomings, but by the meteoric rise and star potential of 22 year old Cason Wallace. Becoming the NBA's steals leader and earning an All-Defensive team selection off of the bench in 2025-26, Wallace is an established defensive threat, just like Lu Dort. But he brings other dangerous elements to his game: a serious deep threat, a capable playmaker, ability to score off the dribble. The 27 year old Dort may be entering his prime, and his point-of-attack defense is a valued trait among championship contending teams, but that almost works as more of a reason to trade him. Because not only could Cason Wallace very well be a star in this league, not only does he need more time on the court and in the starting lineup to realize that potential...he knows it, and is growing impatient waiting. #okcthunder #nba #ludort --- Thunder Digest covers the latest reports, news and rumors regarding the Oklahoma City Thunder. If you want to stay updated with every trade, move and tidbit on players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Lu Dort, Alex Caruso, Isaiah Hartenstein, Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, Mark Daigneault and Sam Presti. Thunder Digest gives Oklahoma City Thunder and NBA news and rumors like Chat Sports, Hoops Tonight, Kenny For Real, Dom2k, ThreeCone and others. Have you ever wanted to break into sports media as a write or content creator? Apply to join the Digest Media team today here: https://digestmedia.ca/join-us/ for_digest_redistribution --- Unchanged --- NBA Trade Rumors, NBA Free Agency, NBA Draft, NBA Finals Preview, Fantasy Basketball Advice, NBA Betting Odds, NBA Jersey Review, Player Performance Breakdown, Sports Analytics, NBA Highlights, NBA News Update, NBA Stats, NBA Roster Moves, NBA Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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