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NBA star undergoing chemotherapy for testicular cancer

Thunder guard Nikola Topic diagnosed with testicular cancer and undergoing chemotherapy

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic has been diagnosed with testicular cancer.
The 20-year-old Serbian player is currently undergoing chemotherapy for the condition.
General Manager Sam Presti announced the diagnosis, stating doctors are "extremely positive" about Topic's long-term prognosis.
Topic had a testicular procedure earlier this month and requested the diagnosis be revealed only after his treatment commenced.
Despite the diagnosis, Topic has continued to work out and was expected to be a significant addition to the Thunder squad.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic diagnosed with testicular cancer — In full