Thunder GM Sam Presti expects OKC to be ‘exceptional’ team even after major offseason moves

Sam Presti, the general manager of the Oklahoma City Thunder, remains confident that the team will be exceptional this upcoming season despite significant offseason changes. Despite losing key players such as Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins, Presti believes the Thunder still have plenty of talent to compete. The team's new roster includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the two-time reigning league MVP, and Jalen Williams, who will be reunited with the team after missing 49 games last season.

Other players like Chet Holmgren, Jared McCain, Ajay Mitchell, and Cason Wallace are also expected to take on larger roles. Presti emphasized the importance of adopting a "beginner's mindset" and not letting league initiatives distract from the team's main goal of becoming better. Presti expressed optimism about the future of the NBA and the Thunder, stating that the league is positioned for another golden era, and the Thunder see themselves as part of that future.