Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams will undergo surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist, general manager Sam Presti said Monday. The first-time All-Star is expected to be available for the start of the 2025–26 regular season as the Thunder begin their defense of the NBA title.

Before Sam Presti dove into questions, the Oklahoma City Thunder general manager handed out injury updates as the NBA champions shift into offseason mode. He said Jalen Williams will undergo wrist surgery to repair torn ligaments and should be ready by the start of the 2025-26 season.

Oklahoma City general manager Sam Presti says Jalen Williams plans to have surgery on his right wrist after tearing a ligament before the Thunder started their run to a championship.