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Won't play Wednesday Topic (back) will remain on the inactive list for Wednesday's game in Dallas.
Impact Topic has yet to play this season, and per standard Thunder protocol, Oklahoma City has not released any updates on where he is in his rehab. He should be viewed as week-to-week moving forward.
6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Thunder's Jalen Williams will need surgery for a broken leg and dislocated ankle

Jalen Williams has a broken left fibula and a dislocated left ankle and will need surgery
OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press
Remains out Monday Topic (back) won't play in Monday's game against the Suns, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.
Impact There was an error on the Thunder's initial injury report, so both Thomas Sorber (knee) and Topic will remain sidelined Monday. He's without a clear timetable for a return to action.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Ready for season debut Topic (back) is off the injury report for Monday's game versus the Suns.
Impact Topic is ready to make his season debut following offseason back surgery. His return comes at an opportune juncture for the Thunder, as Topic helps fortify the team's backcourt depth after Oklahoma City lost Jalen Williams to a serious ankle injury Sunday.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Sidelined again Thursday Topic (back) won't play in Thursday's game against the Nuggets.
Impact Topic is out again Thursday, as expected. He doesn't have a definitive return date, so he should be considered week-to-week.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Tuesday Topic (back) won't play in Tuesday's season opener against the Spurs, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.
Impact Topic lacks a concrete timetable for his season debut due to offseason back surgery. He's set to serve as backcourt depth once healthy for the Thunder.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Listed out Thursday Topic (back) is out for Thursday's preseason game against Houston, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.
Impact Topic continues to miss time while on the mend from a back injury. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Tuesday in the regular-season opener against the Spurs.
OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Tuesday Topic (back) won't play Tuesday against Indiana, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Topic is sitting out this exhibition with a back injury. He has no timeline for a return ahead of Thursday's game against the Rockets.
OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Not traveling to Atlanta Topic (back) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Hawks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Topic and the rest of the Thunder's regular won't travel to Atlanta for the first half of a back-to-back set. The 2024 lottery pick has yet to play this preseason after undergoing back surgery in mid-June, and it's unclear when he'll be cleared for game action.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
OKC Thunder Preseason Putting Pressure on Nikola Topic, Thomas Sorber Oklahoma City has seen some encouraging signs from its recent first-round picks, and it could be adding some pressure for a couple of others...
OCTOBER 9 • SI.COM
Ruled out Wednesday Topic (back) won't play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Bucks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Topic is still ramping up after undergoing back surgery in mid-June, and he'll miss a second straight preseason game. His next chance to play in the preseason will come Monday against the Hawks.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Nikola Topic was clearly the biggest loser of Thunder's preseason opener Nikola Topic is set to face far more competition in the OKC Thunder backcourt rotation than some may have initially believed.
OCTOBER 7 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
Remains on sidelines Topic (back) will not play in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Pelicans, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Topic had been limited during training camp, so it's unsurprising that Oklahoma City will take a cautious approach with him in the preseason opener. The 21-year-old will travel to Tulsa, and his status will be worth monitoring ahead of the Thunder's remaining exhibition contests.
OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
What Does the Future Hold for Thomas Sorber, Nikola Topic with OKC Thunder? Two of Oklahoma City's recent first-round picks haven't stayed healthy to start their careers.
SEPTEMBER 30 • SI.COM
Limited to start camp Topic (back) will be limited when training camp begins, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports
Impact General manager Sam Presti announced the restriction Thursday, and Topic is currently dealing with a back issue stemming from offseason surgery. The 21-year-old guard's participation level will be worth monitoring throughout camp as Oklahoma City prepares for the preseason.
SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Ex-Thunder guard could be perfect Nikola Topic replacement should injuries persist With Nikola Topic's injury history and unproven play during his OKC Thunder tenure, a former member of the club could actually be seen as an...
SEPTEMBER 2 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
This Upcoming Season Could Decide Nikola Topic's Future With The Thunder The Thunder’s young guard is going into his most important season to date. The Oklahoma City Thunder have had a rollercoaster of an offseaso...
AUGUST 25 • SI.COM
Thunder have a nearly impossible Nikola Topic decision rapidly approaching The Oklahoma City Thunder's cap situation has come to a head this offseason. With the extensions for Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren kickin...
AUGUST 24 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
Thunder urged to make drastic Nikola Topic decision Young OKC Thunder stud Nikola Topic may need a change of scenery to reach his full potential.
AUGUST 21 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
Nikola Topic could be biggest winner of all from new SGA development OKC Thunder guard Nikola Topic has been presented with the perfect opportunity to raise his level of play in 2026-27.
JULY 30 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
Latest SGA development could lead to major opportunity for Nikola Topic Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's latest desire could open the door to more playing time for former OKC Thunder lottery pick Nikola Topic
JULY 9 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
Nikola Topic once again making waves for the wrong reasons OKC Thunder guard Nikola Topic has just added to his unfortunate injury list following a report by the club Saturday.
JUNE 14 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM
Deadspin | Thunder's Nikola Topic (back) expected to be ready for 2026-27 season Deadspin | Thunder's Nikola Topic (back) expected to be ready for 2026-27 season
JUNE 14 • DEADSPIN.COM
OKC Thunder Guard Undergoes Offseason Procedure The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen Nikola Topic battle through plenty of adversity. The Thunder guard was selected with the No. 12 pick in...
JUNE 14 • SI.COM
Undergoes back surgery Topic (back) underwent surgery Saturday and is expected to be ready for the start of training camp, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.
Impact With the Thunder's season over, Topic underwent a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure, and the operation shouldn't impact his availability for the start of the 2026-27 campaign. The guard played sparingly during the postseason after appearing in 10 regular-season games for Oklahoma City, averaging 5.2 points, 4.4 assists and 1.9 rebounds in 16.0 minutes per contest.
JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE
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