# Should OKC Thunder TRADE UP for Brayden Burries in 2026 NBA DRAFT?

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Podcast: [Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-thunder-daily-podcast-on-the-oklahoma-city-thunder-620343)
Published: 2026-06-18T09:22:31+00:00
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## Resource

Oklahoma City Thunder eye bold NBA Draft trade for Brayden Burries—could this explosive guard be the missing piece for a championship run? Rylan Stiles reveals why Burries’ elite defense, shot creation, and relentless energy might make him the ideal fit alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Ajay Mitchell. The episode breaks down the Thunder’s aggressive mock draft strategy: packaging picks 12, 17, and Isaiah Joe to move up for Burries, despite the risks and fierce mock negotiations. Key questions include whether sacrificing depth—like Isaiah Joe or Aaron Wiggins—is worth the potential upside, and how another dynamic guard could reshape the Thunder’s crowded rotation and long-term ceiling. Stiles analyzes Burries’ Arizona stats, NBA-ready skills, and the domino effect on Oklahoma City’s roster sustainability amid looming contract extensions and playoff aspirations. Is Braden Burries the key to unleashing OKC’s true potential?

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