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Thunder reportedly trade for Kings G Nique Clifford in wake of injuries

The Thunder make the deal amid a spate of injuries that have created need up and down the roster.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 6:15 PM
Thunder reportedly trade for Kings G Nique Clifford in wake of injuries
Key Things to Know
  • The Oklahoma City Thunder have reportedly acquired guard Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings.
  • Oklahoma City traded two second-round draft picks to complete the permanent deal for Clifford.
  • The acquisition comes as the Thunder manage several key injuries, including Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Oklahoma City Thunder have reportedly acquired second-year guard Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings in a trade. According to a report by ESPN's Shams Charania, Oklahoma City completed the deal by sending two second-round draft picks to Sacramento.

The trade comes as the Thunder navigate an injury-depleted roster, with key starters Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and Cason Wallace sidelined early in the season. Clifford arrives to help bolster Oklahoma City's rotation depth amid their ongoing injury challenges.

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