NBA rumors: The Stein Line speculates about Thunder’s Ty Jerome trade interest after brutal injury luck
As Ty Jerome continues to have a stellar start to the season with the Memphis Grizzlies, Marc Stein speculates about whether Ty Jerome could be the piece that Oklahoma City needs to contribute to winning. The Thunder suffered two grueling injury losses in forward Jalen Williams and guard Cason Wallace, leading many to believe Thunder GM Sam Presti […] The post NBA rumors: The Stein Line…
Rick Osentoski's NBA rumors column speculates about the Oklahoma City Thunder's interest in acquiring Memphis Grizzlies forward Ty Jerome due to their recent injury woes. The Thunder recently lost two key players, Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, to significant injury setbacks. These losses have prompted speculation that Thunder General Manager Sam Presti may pursue a trade to bolster the team's competitiveness.
The Grizzlies have a disabled player exception worth $15 million available for Williams' injury, which is equal to the league's full midlevel exception. Additionally, the Thunder possess three trade exceptions worth a combined $17.8 million, $11.3 million, and $9.2 million. Presti recently had to part with players such as Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins due to Oklahoma City's growing salary cap.
While Ty Jerome may not match Williams' size, his versatility and productivity, along with an affordable contract, could make him an intriguing trade target for Oklahoma City. Jerome, who turned 29 in July, has been a standout player for the Grizzlies, averaging 29.8 points, 6.5 assists, and 3.5 rebounds during their undefeated season.
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