The Oklahoma City Thunder have formally announced their 21-player training camp roster for the 2026-27 NBA season. Head coach Mark Daigneault, entering his seventh year, will oversee the group which includes 14 players on standard contracts, three on two-way deals, and four on Exhibit-10 training camp invites.
The core of the roster is built around All-Stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams. They are joined by Isaiah Hartenstein, Cason Wallace, Ajay Mitchell, and Alex Caruso. The full list of 14 standard players also includes Jaylin Williams, Kenrich Williams, Jared McCain, Nikola Topic, Thomas Sorber, Aday Mara, and Bennett Stirtz.
Brooks Barnhizer, Otega Oweh, and Josh Dix hold the team's three two-way contract slots. The four Exhibit-10 invites, signed to non-guaranteed deals, are Christoph Tilly, Zhaire Smith, Andrew Holifield, and Robert McCray V. These contracts are primarily used to secure a player's G League rights for the OKC Blue.
The official roster release provides updated player measurements. Two big men have trimmed down, with Thomas Sorber dropping from 268 to 258 pounds and Isaiah Hartenstein going from 267 to 260 pounds. Meanwhile, Jalen Williams has added muscle, moving from 220 to 225 pounds, and Jaylin Williams bulked up from 241 to 248 pounds. Chet Holmgren's weight remains largely stable at 215 pounds, just two pounds more than last season.
Zhaire Smith is the most experienced Exhibit-10 addition. The 16th overall pick in 2018 averaged 20.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.4 assists for the OKC Blue last season. Holifield and McCray V are undrafted rookies from Lamar and Florida State, respectively, looking to earn a professional foothold.
This camp sets the stage for a team with championship aspirations. The Thunder are considered a title favorite alongside the San Antonio Spurs for the 2026-27 campaign.
Managing the back end of the roster is key for depth and development. The Exhibit-10 signings like Smith provide proven G League talent, while two-way players offer flexible roster options throughout the long NBA season. Coach Daigneault's task is to integrate new pieces while maintaining the elite performance of the core that powered last season's success. Fans can track the team's progress and view the full roster as preseason preparations get underway.
