But perhaps most importantly, it’s left a hole in the starting lineup. Throughout his tenure with the Thunder that lasted seven seasons, Dort was a constant piece of the starting lineup. While injuries have caused the Thunder to use a plethora of starting fives over the past couple of years, there’s typically been a set starting lineup when healthy for the past few years. Wallace’s defense against opposing stars, Mitchell’s playmaking and McCain’s 3-point shooting could all be factors that swing Daigneault’s starting lineup decision from night to night. The starting lineup will be a hot topic, likely throughout the entire season, and the Thunder’s decisions will certainly be something to watch.