Kings Trade Nique Clifford to OKC for Two Second-Round Picks
Oklahoma City adds a versatile guard who averaged 18.9 points and 9.6 rebounds at Colorado State for two second-round picks.
- On Sunday, the Oklahoma City Thunder acquired second-year guard Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings for two second-round picks, reuniting with the player they originally selected with the No. 24 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
- Oklahoma City originally selected Clifford with the No. 24 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft before sending his rights to Sacramento; the organization is now bringing the 24-year-old guard back to the roster.
- Last season with the Kings, Clifford averaged 8.6 points and 3.8 rebounds, though his production decreased to 1.6 points in 6.3 minutes this year; he remains a 6-foot-5 athlete recognized for his defensive versatility and rebounding.
- To finalize the acquisition, the Thunder must now clear a roster spot; having filled the 15th and final standard spot on November 3 by signing Dalen Terry, the team likely faces a decision regarding Terry's future.
- General manager Sam Presti prioritizes basketball fit over recognizable names, and the team values Clifford's ability to compete on the glass; the front office believes he can make winning plays without demanding high usage.
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Oklahoma City Thunder acquire Nique Clifford from Sacramento Kings
On Sunday, Oklahoma City Thunder officials announced that the team has acquired Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for a 2028 second-round draft pick and a 2030 second-round draft pick.
Thunder acquire Nique Clifford from Kings for two second-round picks
The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired second-year wing Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings for two second-round picks. Clifford had fallen out of Sacramento’s rotation, while Oklahoma City adds depth amid injuries to several key players. · 21 sources across the spectrum on IJR News.
Thunder Make A Trade For Former First Rounder Pick Nique Clifford
The Oklahoma City Thunder are adding another young piece to the roster, and this time they’re taking a chance on someone who hasn’t had much of an opportunity to show what he can do at the NBA level. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Oklahoma City is acquiring Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for two second-round picks. Clifford, the 24th overall selection in the 2025 NBA Draft, will now get an opportunity to continue his d…
OKC Thunder acquires Nique Clifford in trade with Sacramento Kings
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