Sam Presti just hinted at what Thunder fans have been suspecting about Cason Wallace

Oklahoma City Thunder executive Sam Presti addressed ongoing contract extension discussions with guard Cason Wallace during his annual preseason media availability. While declining to reveal specific internal negotiations, Presti stated that the organization thinks very highly of Wallace and highlighted their confidence in his future role with the franchise.

Presti noted that trading veteran guard Lu Dort to the Atlanta Hawks served as a gesture demonstrating the team's belief in Wallace's expanded opportunities. Although unconfirmed officially, the move is widely viewed as opening the path for Wallace to step into the starting lineup for the upcoming season.