Episode
Should Thunder Extend Wallace?
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- Jun 3, 2026
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- 99
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Summary
The Oklahoma City Thunder face a pivotal offseason decision: extend Cason Wallace before his rookie deal expires. Already an elite defender with nearly two steals per game and an All-Defensive selection, Wallace is primed for a full-time starting role. While his offense hasn’t reached superstar status, his defensive impact alone makes him indispensable. A smart extension—potentially in the range of Christian Braun’s deal—could lock him in long-term, securing a top-tier defender for years to come and avoiding future complications with restricted free agency. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f9da181bd35aca85