The Oklahoma City Thunder are gearing up for a competitive 2024-25 NBA season, but injuries are already posing challenges. Key players Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams are sidelined, while Isaiah Hartenstein is expected to miss several weeks due to a hand injury. Additionally, Nikola Topic will be out for the entire season with an ACL injury.

Despite these setbacks, head coach Mark Daigneault emphasizes a flexible approach to lineups and rotations as they prepare for their season opener against the Denver Nuggets. The Thunder's starting lineup will feature Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Isaiah Joe, Lu Dort, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren.