"This summer, the Thunder escaped the second apron via the Dort trade but are likely entrenched there next season. With Year 1 of Gilgeous-Alexander's super max extension set to begin, Oklahoma City will be $3.3 million over the second apron. However, it's worth noting that teams are treating the second apron like a hard cap, with the Denver Nuggets being the lone second apron team right now (they likely find a way to dip under). How big Wallace's extension is will determine just how significant the Thunder's cost-cutting measures could be next year. With a well-constructed roster around Anthony Edwards, nobody should put limits on the Timberwolves this season.