Thunder could still turn to 3 free agents to fill final roster spot amid injury concerns

A search for immediate depth

The injuries to Williams and Wallace have raised concerns about Oklahoma City’s title chances this season. General manager Sam Presti and his staff face pressure to reinforce the roster and keep the team’s championship window open.

A trade for a two-way wing might help, but the financial challenges make that route difficult. The article views a free-agent signing as a more likely way to add useful depth for the rest of the 2026-27 season.

The remaining free-agent pool is limited, so the team is unlikely to find an overlooked All-Star. Instead, the focus is on dependable play, especially from wing defenders who can help replace Williams and Wallace.

Brown offers defensive versatility

Bruce Brown missed the New York Knicks’ Opening Night roster because the team needed to keep another center. The article identifies him as a potential first call for Presti.

Brown’s strength and defensive range could make him useful on the wing, though he lacks the height to match up with elite wings. Offensively, he is a career 34% three-point shooter and can score by cutting to the basket. He would not transform the Thunder, but the article argues that his defense and fit alongside Oklahoma City’s shot creators could help stabilize the rotation.

Oladipo brings offensive potential

Victor Oladipo is not a large wing, but the article sees him as having more offensive upside than the other free agents under consideration. His injury history raises the possibility that his NBA career may be over.

He did not play in the NBA last year, but was described as reasonably effective in the G-League. At his best, he can contribute as a shooting guard with three-point shooting, rebounding and passing.

Oklahoma City could use him in three-guard bench lineups. Signing him would prioritize his talent over a direct fit for the team’s size needs.

Love could add frontcourt depth

Chet Holmgren is expected to take on many of the minutes at power forward after Williams’ absence. The article says Oklahoma City could use another option behind him.

Kevin Love is described as a defensive liability because of limited athleticism and rim protection. The available text ends while discussing how those weaknesses might be covered, so it does not provide the full assessment of his potential fit.