OKC Thunder general manager Sam Presti has received unparalleled levels of praise in recent years as his team continues to dominate the NBA. His front office was even voted the best in the league in a recent poll, and rightfully so.
However, the recent breakout of a former Thunder draft pick has reminded the NBA that, regardless of their renowned status, this storied executive is still fallible.
Former OKC first-round draft pick and current Nuggets guard Peyton Watson has enjoyed an impressive stretch of dominance in the absence of big man Nikola Jokic.