Jaylin Williams adds fuel to Thunder fire that will define colossal offseason

Fansided | March 10, 2026

Jaylin Williams went off just as reality begins to sink in that the Thunder may not be able to keep Isaiah Hartenstein

Mar 9, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) celebrates after dunking against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

The Oklahoma City Thunder are mere months away from having to decide if they can realistically afford to accept Isaiah Hartenstein's team option. Hartenstein has been an invaluable piece of the championship puzzle, but he's owed $28.