The Oklahoma City Thunder, fresh off an NBA title in 2025 and two deep playoff runs, are eyeing Isaiah Joe as their most tradeable asset this offseason. With a loaded roster and looming financial decisions, the Thunder are looking to create cap flexibility and potentially bring in new draft picks, or a big wing. Joe, a key regular season contributor, has seen his role diminish in the postseason, making him a prime candidate for a move.

Joe's remaining two-year, $22.6 million deal, with a team option for 2027-28, makes him an attractive asset. In the regular season, Joe was a premier shooter, nailing 42.3% of his threes on six attempts per game. While his regular season impact is clear, his inability to carry over his play into the postseason has become apparent. The emergence of Jared McCain in his first postseason further solidifies the argument that Joe isn't irreplaceable for Oklahoma City.

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The decision to potentially move Joe is less about his individual talent and more about the Thunder's evolving roster and strategic priorities. Joe is an elite movement shooter, a valuable commodity in today's NBA. However, his struggles to consistently impact playoff games, especially when rotations tighten, have become apparent.

With big names and big contracts, such as Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown, already popping up in offseason trade rumors, the Thunder could have the opportunity to join any potential deal as a third team and move Joe for picks or a big wing. Joe's mid-sized contract and proven shooting could make him an attractive piece for a third team looking to facilitate a larger deal or a contender in need of a floor-spacer.

Moving Joe would open up a roster spot for incoming draft picks and provide additional financial maneuverability as other key contract decisions approach. The Thunder could either attach Joe to a larger deal to acquire a big wing or additional draft capital, or they could engage in a more straightforward trade with a non-threatening contender or a team looking to buy. The Thunder have shown they are not afraid to be proactive in managing their assets, and Joe could be the next piece to be leveraged for future gains.