Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams greets fans as he carries the Larry O'Brien trophy during a celebration of the Thunder's NBA basketball championship Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)

Oklahoma City Thunder sign Jaylin Williams to multi-year extension after championship season

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder signed reserve big man Jaylin Williams to a multi-year extension Sunday.

Williams started nine games this past season and produced triple-doubles in three of them. He averaged 5.9 points, 5.6 rebounds and 16.7 minutes per game for the championship-winning Thunder.

Oklahoma City took Williams with the 34th pick in the 2022 draft.

ESPN reported that the deal for Williams is for three years and $24 million, with the third season a team option.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) reacts after winning Game 2 of the NBA Finals basketball series against the Indiana Pacers Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

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