Declining a team option is genius, who knew?
If there’s one undisputed fact in the NBA, it’s that the Oklahoma City Thunder has the league’s best front office. They’ve expertly navigated the post-Russell Westbrook era, stockpiling draft capital while consistently pulling off shrewd trades and smart signings.
In CBS Sports’ Front Office rankings, the Bulls have finished 30th and 29th in recent iterations. By contrast, the Thunder have consistently ranked first—a placement only strengthened by their NBA championship.