If you don’t know much about OKC Thunder recent acquisition Justin Patton that’s likely because he hasn’t played much in the NBA. Four games to be exact in limited minutes. Fans of the NCAA will have a better knowledge of the youngster who impressed at Creighton.
His addition to the Thunder might raise red flags since it’s not typical of Sam Presti to have three centers on his roster. Yet, that’s the case as Patton will join starter Steven Adams and recently re-signed free agent back up center Nerlens Noel. The announcement had fans and pundits alike wondering if his addition meant Presti will up his efforts to move Adams who is set to earn $25,842,697 this season and $27,528,090 next season.