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OKC Thunder Clean Up in Latest NBA Mock Draft
- Draft Digest projects the Thunder to hold four first-round picks in 2026, setting up a major asset haul for roster construction.
- OKC could use the picks to add high-ceiling talent or trade for future assets, per the mock's analysis.
- Koa Peat is projected to go No. 7 to the Thunder, described as a versatile 6-foot-8 forward with strong defense and scoring potential.
- Jayden Quaintance is pegged for No. 9 and praised as a physically ready, non-shooting big with strong defense.
- No. 17 pick via the 76ers would land Tounde Yessoufou, a Baylor wing with defensive upside and scoring questions.
- Sergio de Larrea is pegged No. 27 via the Rockets, described as a promising international guard with playmaking potential.
- The mock reflects OKC's history of pursuing upside on draft bets, with a focus on balancing risk and reward.
- The piece notes the value of future assets and potential trades to shape the Thunder’s roster.
- Rylan Stiles authored the report for Inside the Thunder, providing the context for the mock draft.
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