Thunder GM Sam Presti surprisingly admitted Gordon Hayward trade was a mistake after his usage complaints
The Thunder nabbed Hayward from the Charlotte Hornets on February 8 for Dāvis Bertāns, Tre Mann, Vasilije Micić, a 2024 second-round pick, a 2025 second-round pick and cash considerations. The thinking was that the veteran could carve out a smaller role for himself while providing a positive influence in the locker room.