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Lu Dort Departure Shakes Thunder | Oklahoma City Thunder News
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The Oklahoma City Thunder made a seismic move, trading fan-favorite Lu Dort to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team deal that also brought in Ryan Nembhard and sent Zaccharie Risacher to Dallas. Dort, a gritty, All-Defensive First Team performer and the longest-tenured player on the roster, was traded for critical salary cap relief — a tough but necessary business decision for GM Sam Presti. The Thunder, already shedding Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe, now gain three second-round picks to rebuild, while Chet Holmgren honored Dort’s legacy with a heartfelt social media post. It’s a painful but strategic pivot — honoring Dort’s journey while reshaping the Thunder’s future.
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