The Oklahoma City Thunder are racing against time to extend Cason Wallace’s rookie deal before the October 19 deadline, as they juggle a tight salary cap with big contracts already locked in for stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams. While Wallace’s regular-season stats have dipped, his playoff heroics — including lights-out shooting and a championship ring from his rookie year — fuel arguments that his second contract should reflect his potential and impact. With both sides still negotiating, fans are watching closely to see if this deal gets done before the deadline — or if it heads into next summer.

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