Thunder Recalls Guard Nikola Topic from G League

The Oklahoma City team brings back its young guard from the developmental squad.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 4:33pm

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The Oklahoma City Thunder has recalled guard Nikola Topic from the Oklahoma City Blue of the NBA G League, where he had been playing on assignment. Topic, a young guard, will now rejoin the Thunder's active roster.

Why it matters

Roster moves like this are common in the NBA, as teams shuffle players between their main roster and G League affiliate to provide development opportunities and maintain roster flexibility. The Thunder are likely evaluating Topic's progress and determining if he is ready for more playing time at the NBA level.

The details

The 23-year-old Topic has been playing for the Thunder's G League team, the Oklahoma City Blue, on a developmental assignment. In 20 games with the Blue this season, he has averaged 15.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game.

  • The recall occurred on March 29, 2026.

The players

Nikola Topic

A 23-year-old guard who has been playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder's G League affiliate, the Oklahoma City Blue, on a developmental assignment.

Oklahoma City Thunder

The NBA team that has recalled Nikola Topic from their G League affiliate.

Oklahoma City Blue

The Thunder's G League affiliate team, where Nikola Topic had been playing on assignment.

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What’s next

The Thunder will likely evaluate Topic's performance in practice and determine if he is ready for increased playing time at the NBA level or if he should return to the G League for further development.

The takeaway

Roster moves between the NBA and G League are common as teams work to develop young talent. The Thunder's recall of Nikola Topic shows they see potential in the young guard and want to further evaluate him at the NBA level.