In the second annual NBA Wires simulated draft, The Thunder Wire assumed the role of general manager for Oklahoma City and put together a mock draft with editors from other sites.
The Thunder failed to trade up to the top of the draft and ended up taking Jonathan Kuminga at No. 6. Overall, Oklahoma City drafted based on potential instead of fit and, at times, even over best available.
In the mock draft, Oklahoma City made a pair of trades: The Thunder used pick No. 55 to move up one spot from 18 to 17 and secure Alperen Sengun, and then they traded down from No. 36 for Carsen Edwards, cash considerations and pick No. 45.
Here’s a rundown of each pick. Find full explanations for each and the results of the entire draft at The Rookie Wire.