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Thunder Rookie Nikola Topić Completes Chemotherapy, Rejoins Team Training

No timetable has been set pending medical evaluation.

Overview

  • Agent Miško Ražnatović said Topić finished chemotherapy for testicular cancer and is returning to the Thunder’s training process.
  • Topić remained active during treatment and recently took part in pregame on-court work with teammates.
  • His agent expressed hope he could see minutes this season, potentially via the G League or NBA, though no return date has been established.
  • The Thunder disclosed the diagnosis on Oct. 30 following a biopsy at MD Anderson, and team leadership noted testicular cancer is commonly treatable.
  • Selected 12th in the 2024 draft, Topić missed last season after a May 2024 ACL tear but played in Summer League and one preseason game before the diagnosis.