DETROIT, MICHIGAN - APRIL 16: Ty Jerome #16 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the fourth quarter of the NBA game against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on April 16, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
The OKC Thunder are best viewed as a team built for the future.
Coming into the year, it was evident that the franchise was setting sail on a full-fledged rebuild but, since the slew of decisions made last month it’s become more and more evident that they have heavily invested in the tank, with their sights set on both the draft and deciding who of their current bunch should be viewed as long-term stays.