The Oklahoma City Thunder wrapped up summer league with a 4-1 record and a semifinal loss to the Hornets, spotlighting key roster questions ahead of the 2025-26 season. AJ Mitchell starred with over 20 points per game and looks poised to secure a significant bench role, while Nikola Topić showed streaky flashes but may be a year away from consistent minutes given the Thunder’s crowded guard rotation. Undrafted rookie Chris Youngblood impressed as a defensive specialist and three-point marksman, bolstering the team’s wing depth. The biggest buzz surrounds Brooks Barnheiser, who averaged 3.5 steals per game and emerged as a serious candidate to convert his two-way contract into a full roster spot—drawing comparisons to Alex Caruso for his defense. If Barnheiser is promoted, Usman Dieng or Kenrich Williams are likely trade candidates to clear roster space, with Dieng’s youth and contract making him the more probable to move. The Thunder’s offseason focus now shifts to turning summer league momentum into regular-season roster upgrades, nurturing young talent while navigating tough veteran decisions.

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