Luguentz Dort has evolved from an undrafted free agent in 2019 to the Thunder's longest-tenured player and defensive backbone. Signed initially to a two-way contract, Dort quickly earned a standard deal and gained recognition for his tenacious perimeter defense, famously locking down James Harden during the 2020 playoffs. His hallmark is his exceptional strength and versatility, earning him the nickname "the Dorture Chamber" and culminating in an NBA All-Defensive First Team selection in the 2024–25 season, the same year he captured his first NBA championship with the Thunder. Having signed a five-year, $87.5 million contract in 2022, Dort remains a crucial component of the team's young core, providing elite defense and timely three-point shooting despite facing recent injury hurdles at the start of the 2025–26 season.