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Nikola Topic, Summer League and Thunder

Nikola Topic talks Summer League playmaking skills: 'I'm just born with it'
As the final seconds ticked away, Nikola Topic lofted over a one-handed pass across the court to a step-ahead Ajay Mitchell. The starting backcourt connected again for a deep-pass assist that resulted in a transition layup before the third quarter expired.
Why Nikola Topic’s Summer League Stretch is Exciting for OKC Thunder
The one name that every Thunder fan has been glued to regarding Summer League, though, is Nikola Topic — Oklahoma City’s draft pick from a season ago that spent the year rehabbing with an injury. He has had to shake off the rust, but his summer stretch has given this Thunder team plenty to be excited about.
Thunder’s Nikola Topic slapped with harsh reality of NBA
Thunder prospect guard Nikola Topic revealed one thing about the NBA he's going to have to adapt to as a rookie.
Nikola Topic turns in best Summer League start in Thunder's win over Nets
The Oklahoma City Thunder collected a 90-81 Summer League win over the Brooklyn Nets. More importantly, it was the best Topic has looked throughout the entire two-week summer event so far.
Thunder's Nikola Topic: Progressing in Summer League
Topic recorded 18 points (7-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one steal across 30 minutes in Thursday's 90-81 Summer League win over the Nets.
Thunder vs Nets recap: Nikola Topic helps OKC fend off Brooklyn for Summer League win
The OKC Thunder earned a 90-81 win over the Brooklyn Nets in its first Las Vegas Summer League game on Thursday.
Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell’s ‘awesome’ Nikola Topic admission during Summer League
What Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell said about playing alongside Thunder prospect Nikola Topic amid Summer League play.
OKC Thunder: Nikola Topic Will Need Time to Develop
Nikola Topic has been a widely discussed player in recent months, having sat out of the Thunder’s championship season due to injury, but potentially brining som
Thunder vs 76ers recap: Nikola Topic, Ajay Mitchell lead OKC to Summer League victory
The OKC Thunder will face the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday in the Salt Lake City Summer League. Here's what you need to know.
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Nikola Topic Says He's 'Born' With Key Skill
Nikola Topic is just months away from officially playing in the NBA. After an injury prevented him from playing at all last season, Topic is making some noise in the NBA Summer League. Speaking with ...
Social Media Reacts to Nikola Topic OKC Thunder Debut
The Oklahoma City Thunder began its Summer League sessions with a trip to Salt Lake City to battle the Memphis Grizzlies on ...
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Thunder lottery pick Nikola Topic flashes potential early in return to the court
With the 12th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Nikola Topic, a 6-foot-6 combo guard out of ...
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Nikola Topic reflects on his front-row seat to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP season
In his redshirt year, Topic had a front-row seat to Gilgeous-Alexander's historic MVP season. The 19-year-old talked about ...
OKC Thunder Rookie Offers High Praise of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
This year has been nothing short of historic for Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He led the league in scoring en route to the NBA MVP h ...
Nikola Topić, Bronny James and more non-rookies to watch at Las Vegas Summer League
The league shines a light on first-year players in Vegas, but a few second- and third-year guys are worth keeping an eye on, ...
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Nikola Topic details relationship with Thunder assistant Chip Engelland
The shooting coach guru is known across the league as one of the best. He was brought over from the San Antonio Spurs in 2022 ...