NBA Trade Deadline 2018: 5 big trades the Thunder would have to consider

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1. Lance Stephenson adds lightning to the Thunder

Indiana Pacers’ guard Lance Stephenson would be a dream come true for this Thunder squad. Although he does like to score, Stephenson offers aggressiveness on the defensive end as well. They could probably pry him from Indiana for Jerami Grant and Patrick Patterson.

Although Indiana is in the thick of its own playoff race, the Oklahoma City has the assets to send over. Jerami Grant is young and could help pioneer strengthening a Pacers franchise in a weakening conference. Patterson’s value is tied to his ability to return to form but he could be a low-cost gamble for the Pacers.

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Stephenson can run the second-unit as point guard or look to create his own shot. He could also play with the starters — the Big 3 plus Steven Adams and Stephenson could pose as a lethal threat. Worst case scenario, Stephenson does not pan out and could walk at the end of next season.

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