What happened: The offseason restructuring included deals involving Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins. Oklahoma City traded a $17.7 million team option rather than simply declining it.
Why it matters: Second-apron breathing room reduces roster-building restrictions for 2026-27. The added selections provide low-cost draft inventory or capital for future deals.
By the numbers: Across three moves, Oklahoma City averaged 2.3 second-rounders acquired and about $74.7 million in payroll-and-tax savings per trade.
What to watch: The next test is how much flexibility remains after Oklahoma City completes its summer roster work.