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After battling through a series of injury setbacks, the most important thing for the Serbian playmaker is that he is now fully healthy and ready to carve out a role with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Speaking to the media ahead of training camp, Topic emphasized that he is not rushing anything and is taking things one step at a time.
I feel good, though I'm still going through the rehab process... Still, I'm making progress day by day, feeling better and better, and I can't wait to step back on the floor.
Beyond his personal goals, Topic reflected on the departures of former teammates—Aaron Wiggins, Lu Dort, and Isaiah Joe are no longer with the team, but the young Serbian star hasn't forgotten them.
They weren't just teammates to me; they're my brothers. I'm incredibly grateful to have the chance to call those guys my friends. I'm sad we're no longer on the same team, but I'm happy for them because they found great situations.
Oklahoma City made several roster tweaks this summer, primarily to maintain financial flexibility and stay below the second apron. However, that doesn't mean they enter the new season weakened—in fact, it looks like more minutes are opening up in the rotation, which could give Topic a prime opportunity to prove himself.
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