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Thunder Guard Nikola Topic Diagnosed With Testicular Cancer, Starts Chemotherapy

GM Sam Presti said doctors are very positive about his long-term outlook.

Overview

  • The Thunder said the 20-year-old will be sidelined from competition for an indefinite period.
  • Presti said a preseason medical procedure led to the diagnosis of testicular cancer.
  • Topic began chemotherapy after choosing to keep the diagnosis private until treatment started and continued training throughout the process.
  • A first-round pick in 2024, he missed last season with an ACL tear and logged summer league action plus a preseason start with 10 points and seven assists.
  • He has not issued a personal statement about the diagnosis, according to reports.