Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topić, the 12th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, has been diagnosed with testicular cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. The team announced that Topić's diagnosis was confirmed after a biopsy at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, with doctors expressing a very positive long-term outlook. Topić, 20, has been working out with the team and participated in preseason games despite his treatment, but there is no set timetable for his return to play. The team emphasizes that his health and recovery are his top priorities, and they are providing full support. Topić previously missed last season due to a torn ACL but made his debut in the summer league and preseason. His resilience and maturity have been praised by team officials. Testicular cancer, the most common cancer in men aged 15 to 35, is highly curable, and Topić is receiving care from top oncologists. The Thunder have expressed confidence in his recovery and future.