The Thunder are looking to empty the back-end of their roster for some pre-emptive tax relief, roster space and, with some luck, a draft pick.
With what will likely be a hefty tax bill on the books for next season, the Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly shopping a few players to trim their financial commitments. From Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix:
OKC has shopped Perry Jones, Jeremy Lamb and Steve Novak the last few days, per league sources. Financially motivated, but looking for pick.
— Chris Mannix (@ChrisMannixSI) June 23, 2015
Jeremy Lamb and Perry Jones, both products of the 2012 NBA Draft's first round, have spent the brief entirety of their NBA careers with the Thunder.