Cason Wallace extension and Thunder core financial pressure

Wallace's October 19 rookie-extension deadline is approaching, and Marc Stein describes him as a strong candidate to reach a deal with Oklahoma City. No agreement or concrete terms have emerged; the approximately $214.3 million payroll, unverified reports of offers above $30 million annually, November 2 option decisions, and roughly $6.9 million below the second apron heighten pressure.