The Oklahoma City Thunder just pulled off a bold financial reset—trading away key players for future assets to avoid the luxury tax, all while staying under the cap and winning a title. Led by Sam Presti, they’re betting on internal talent like Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell to carry the load. But next summer’s payroll explosion—with max contracts and extension-eligible stars—could hit the second apron, forcing ownership to pay the price for sustained success. The fans have built them a new arena; now it’s up to the owners to invest in the roster they’ve earned.

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