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Thunder's hidden gem asset has been overshadowed by Clippers implosion

Everyone seems to be buzzing about how the OKC Thunder could end up with a top-five pick in the 2026 NBA Draft thanks to the ongoing implosion of the LA Clippers.

However, perhaps lost in its shadow is the fact that they could realistically land another top-10 pick during the festivities thanks to the Derrick Favors salary-dump trade with the Jazz back in 2021.

Thunder could realistically land top-10 Jazz pick in 2026 NBA Draft

As things currently stand, Utah boasts a record of 9-15, which, if the draft were held today, would have them fall to the ninth overall selection on the draft board.