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Mark Daigneault provides positive spin on bleak Nikola Topic injury news

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Nikola Topic just can't seem to catch a break during his young and still untouched NBA career.

After missing the entirety of his first year in the association while rehabbing from a partially torn ACL sustained while playing overseas, many were excited to finally find the 12 overall pick from the 2024 draft taking to the hardwood for regular season action in 2025-26.

Based on his production throughout Summer League and in the club's preseason opener against the Charlotte Hornets, where he showcased his impressive all-around skill set while finishing with a stat line of 10 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds on 44.