# Thunder's Young Core Tested Next Season | NBA News

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Published: 2026-09-02T11:03:36+00:00
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are betting big on their young guns to carry the load next season, with Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell expected to make massive leaps—Wallace to become a scoring threat and Mitchell to vie for Sixth Man of the Year. With increased roles for Jared McCain and rookies Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz, the team’s future hinges on whether these developing stars can handle the pressure—especially if injuries strike. It’s a high-stakes gamble with huge upside. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6147b07b5d6b5563

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