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Thunder signed Micah Peavy at perfect time as defense is needed now more than ever

The OKC Thunder conveniently snatched up a defensive-minded prospect in Micah Peavy right before four of their primary defenders were forced out.

By Mark Nilon · Thunderous Intentions

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:32 PM

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Mark Nilon argues Oklahoma City signed Micah Peavy at an ideal time amid multiple defensive injuries.
Injuries have sidelined key Thunder contributors Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and Alex Caruso.
Peavy signed a two-way deal with the Thunder after playing his rookie season with New Orleans.

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Writer Mark Nilon argues that the Oklahoma City Thunder's recent signing of Micah Peavy came at the perfect time following a series of defensive injuries. Key defensive players Cason Wallace and Jalen Williams suffered potentially season-ending injuries, while Chet Holmgren and Alex Caruso are also sidelined.

Nilon suggests Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault should give Peavy immediate defensive minutes on his two-way contract. Peavy, a 2025 second-round pick who previously played 61 games for the New Orleans Pelicans, could provide defensive reinforcement beginning against the Dallas Mavericks.

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