What happened: Oklahoma City carries continuity into the 2027-28 window with nearly its full roster still under contract. The club is also positioned with three first-round selections in next year's draft, including swap rights involving the Clippers.

Why it matters: Continuity on that scale limits turnover and keeps the starting group together. Extra first-round capital leaves room to add cost-controlled talent or package picks in future deals.

What to watch: The remaining roster spot and any move involving the future picks set the next checkpoint before next summer.