What happened: A trade has opened up a roster spot for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who now carry 14 players under contract. Among them are Lu Dort, Isaiah Hartenstein and Kenrich Williams, each of whom holds a team option for the upcoming season.
Why it matters: The move reshapes Oklahoma City's books heading into the offseason, dropping a projected tax penalty from $213M to $152M. The open roster spot hands the front office added flexibility as it heads into Tuesday's draft.
By the numbers: Projected tax penalty falls from $213M to $152M after the trade.
What to watch: Watch how Oklahoma City uses its two draft picks and the newly opened roster spot, and whether the three team options shape any further moves.