Lopsided Thunder trade could come back to bite them if latest rumor is true

Denver Nuggets v Oklahoma City Thunder - Game Seven | Joshua Gateley/GettyImagesThe trade that netted the OKC Thunder Alex Caruso from the Chicago Bulls last offseason has been widely celebrated by the fanbase as one of the biggest heists in recent memory.

From his sensational two-way play throughout his debut campaign to his leadership that helped guide the club through serious adversity and, ultimately, to an NBA Championship, the veteran proved to be an invaluable part of Oklahoma City's core in 2024-25.

Of course, on the flip side, Josh Giddey, who was shipped out to Chicago in the exchange, found himself putting forth arguably the best season of his career, as he went on to drop 14.6…