Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topić has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Thunder general manager Sam Presti shared the news with reporters on Thursday, giving an update to what was first announced as a testicular procedure on Oct. 6 , which was expected to keep him sidelined for at least 4-6 weeks.

"He had a testicular procedure at the very beginning of training camp, that procedure was necessary to determine if Nikola was dealing with a case of testicular cancer," Presti said . "The procedure was necessary in order to biopsy. The results of the biopsy have been returned, and he is dealing with a case of testicular cancer. ... They are extremely positive about his outlook in dealing with the situation ... the treatment option for him right now being recommended by the on

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