Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti said the organization is not approaching the new season with the expectation of a decline, even after key offseason departures.
Presti said the Thunder could be as good as past teams, signaling confidence in the roster despite changes made since last season. His comments reflect the franchise’s belief that its current group remains capable of maintaining a high standard.
Thunder Staying Confident After Roster Turnover
Oklahoma City has undergone notable offseason movement, but Presti emphasized that the team is not viewing those departures as a reason to lower expectations. The Thunder have built around a young core in recent seasons and have continued to position themselves as one of the league’s most closely watched teams.
While roster changes can alter a team’s rotation and depth, Presti’s message was clear: Oklahoma City is not assuming a step back. The focus remains on sustaining the level of play associated with the franchise’s stronger recent and past teams.