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Nikola Topic-Jordan Goodwin swap would be ideal trade for both Thunder and Suns

The OKC Thunder should strongly consider using Nikola Topic's expiring contract in a trade for veteran Jordan Goodwin.

By Mark Nilon · Thunderous Intentions

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 6:01 PM

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Mark Nilon proposes a trade swapping OKC Thunder guard Nikola Topic for Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin.
The Thunder need low-cost perimeter defense due to injuries sidelining four key rotation defenders.
Phoenix reportedly lacks a true floor general, a role Topic is naturally equipped to fill.

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Thunderous Intentions writer Mark Nilon proposes that the Oklahoma City Thunder and Phoenix Suns explore a trade swapping guard Nikola Topic for Jordan Goodwin. The Thunder are coping with severe injury setbacks to key rotation defenders, while the Suns reportedly face growing frustration regarding their need for a true floor general to organize their offense.

Nilon argues that the salaries match seamlessly, with Topic earning $5.4 million and Goodwin making $5.9 million. Because Goodwin re-signed on a four-year deal in the offseason, the hypothetical exchange would have to wait until January 15 when trade restrictions lift.

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