Oklahoma City Thunder Backtracks on Signing Ochai Agbaji

October 31, 2026

Where I said one thing, I’m saying another.

The Thunder have reversed course and will not sign free agent Ochai Agbaji as previously planned, according to Shams Charania.

The recent injury to Chet Holmgren has altered Sam Presti’s calculations, and any potential new acquisition is now being steered toward finding a veteran who can fill the void he would leave behind.

It is worth noting that Holmgren had only recently been sidelined after it was confirmed he sustained a small tear in the patellar tendon, which will keep him off the court for roughly 8 to 10 weeks.

A fresh blow to the team’s projected ambitions follows after news had already surfaced about the serious injuries to Jalen Williams and his teammate Cason Wallace.

Callum Mercer

Callum Mercer

Basketball has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Based in Vancouver, I write about the players, teams and stories shaping the game across Canada, from the professional stage to the local courts where the next generation is emerging.