Nikola Topic

Topic was selected by the Thunder with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. However, Thunder general manager Sam Presti said that he doesn't expect Topic to play for Oklahoma City during the upcoming season due to a partially torn ACL. Listed at 6-foot-6 with a 6-foot-11 wingspan, Topic is a big point guard who's a gifted passer but a shaky perimeter shooter, making his skill set somewhat reminiscent of Josh Giddey, whom the Thunder recently traded to the Bulls. Though he won't be a factor in the Thunder rotation during the upcoming campaign, Topic is expected to be around the team and conduct his rehab in Oklahoma City, much like 2022 No. 2 overall pick Chet Holmgren did in his first professional season while recovering from a foot injury.