Thunder waive fringe prospect Youngblood in routine roster management move. Multiple outlets covered the simultaneous Buddy Boeheim signing suggesting planned roster shuffle. Youngblood's quick pickup by Portland indicates he has some developmental value. Fans barely noticed the move given Youngblood's minimal Thunder impact. OKC pivots to Boeheim as their preferred two-way developmental guard.
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Contract Value Index (CVI)
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Oklahoma City Thunder's release of Chris Youngblood grades out as a poor deal (D), adding depth at guard. Chris Youngblood brings below-average production to the roster (C- Performance grade), providing the Oklahoma City Thunder with a depth piece. At 24 years old, Chris Youngblood is a rising talent, with room to develop further.
Contract Details
Contract details pending — will be updated when official terms are reported.
Transaction Info
Type
Release
Date
Feb 6, 2026
Season
2025-26
Signed F Buddy Boeheim to a two-way contract. Waived G Chris Youngblood.
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