Ajay Mitchell News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Ajay Mitchell Had A CAREER-HIGH NIGHT In OKC vs SUNS | October 26, 2026

4 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

Totals 30 points in win Mitchell totaled 30 points (10-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 9-10 FT), two rebounds, five assists and one block in 25 minutes during Monday's 125-114 victory over the Suns.

Impact Mitchell drew the start in place of Jalen Williams (ankle) and delivered a career-best scoring performance, including 18 points in the first half. With Williams and Cason Wallace (shoulder) both facing extended absences following injuries that require surgery, Mitchell is positioned for a significant increase in offensive responsibility. Alex Caruso also exited Monday's contest with a right ankle sprain, potentially creating even more backcourt opportunities. Mitchell should be a priority fantasy pickup given Oklahoma City's mounting injury concerns.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Postgame Media Availability with Ajay Mitchell | OKC Thunder | October 26, 2026

16 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

Ajay Mitchell, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lead injury-riddled Thunder past Suns 125-114

Ajay Mitchell scored a career-high 30 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 26 and the short-handed Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 125-114

18 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Thunder guard Alex Caruso assisted to locker room with sprained ankle

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso left Monday night's game against the Phoenix Suns with a sprained right ankle

19 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Starting vs. Phoenix Mitchell is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Suns, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Impact Mitchell will move to the starting lineup and could embrace a bigger role consistently. That's because Jalen Williams (leg) and Cason Wallace (shoulder) are both expected to miss most, if not all, of the remainder of the season, pushing Mitchell into a starting role. Mitchell recorded 18 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists and three steals in 27 minutes during Sunday's 108-101 win over the Clippers.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leads second unit in win Mitchell recorded 18 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists and three steals in 27 minutes during Sunday's 108-101 win over the Clippers.

Impact Mitchell was hoisted into a larger role Sunday due to injuries to Cason Wallace (shoulder) and Jalen Williams (ankle) and put together an impressive all-around performance. Mitchell continued his solid play defensively, following up his career-high five steals Thursday with a three-steal outing Sunday. The 24-year-old pro will likely continue to see an expanded role going forward due to Williams' injury.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Thunder stay undefeated with a 108-101 victory over the Clippers

Shai-Gilgeous Alexander scored 34 points, Ajay Mitchell had 18 off the bench and the Oklahoma City Thunder stayed undefeated with a 108-101 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Career-high five steals Mitchell recorded 12 points (5-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one block and five steals in 23 minutes during Thursday's 96-84 win over Denver.

Impact Mitchell recorded a career-high five steals, while adding a block for good measure. He also finished as one of four Thunder players to score double digits in what was a game dominated by defense. Seen as a viable late-round target in fantasy drafts by many, it's fair to say that the jury is still out when it comes to what his role might look like this season, Early indications are that he will likely flirt with about 24 minutes per game, which at least keeps him on the radar.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Mitchell won't start Tuesday's game against the Spurs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Mitchell got the starting nod in Thursday's preseason finale, though Cason Wallace is back in action and starting Tuesday's regular-season opener. Mitchell should play a sizable role for Oklahoma City this season after averaging 13.6 points, 3.6 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 25.8 minutes per game across 57 regular-season appearances (16 starts) in the 2025-26 campaign.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in preseason finale Mitchell finished with seven points (3-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 24 minutes in Thursday's 116-89 preseason loss to Houston.

Impact Mitchell drew the start but struggled to generate offense, missing all four of his three-point attempts while committing three turnovers. Oklahoma City shot just 13.9 percent from beyond the arc as a team, and Mitchell was among several Thunder guards who couldn't find their rhythm. He'll look to bounce back when the regular season begins.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Starting preseason finale Mitchell (rest) is available and starting Thursday's preseason finale against Houston, Jackson Gatlin of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Mitchell will return from a two-game absence due to rest purposes, resulting in Cason Wallace sliding to the second unit. Mitchell will be joined in the starting five by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Alex Caruso, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

An even more versatile Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes shape as the Thunder bid to get back on top

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has focused on increasing his versatility and conditioning over the summer

OCTOBER 15 • Associated Press

Sitting out again Mitchell (rest) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Pacers, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Mitchell is out for both ends of this back-to-back set. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Rockets.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available Monday Mitchell (rest) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Hawks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Mitchell and the rest of the Thunder's regular won't travel to Atlanta for the first half of a back-to-back set, but they're expected to suit up Tuesday, when they host the Pacers. After a breakout 2025-26 campaign, Mitchell is one of the preseason favorites for Sixth Man of the Year.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Wednesday Mitchell is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Milwaukee, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Impact Mitchell started in Tuesday's 116-110 loss to the Pelicans. However, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Cason Wallace and Alex Caruso starting Wednesday, Mitchell will head to the bench.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Mitchell is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason matchup with the Pelicans, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact The Thunder are holding out all five of their usual starters for Tuesday's preseason opener. Joining Mitchell in the first unit for Tuesday's exhibition will be Jared McCain, Bennett Stirtz, Kenrich Williams and Aday Mara.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ajay Mitchell should get first crack over Cason Wallace at earning starting nod Based on recent reports, Ajay Mitchell, not Cason Wallace, seems to be in line to slot into the starting five for the OKC Thunder this prese...

OCTOBER 5 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Jalen Williams may be deciding factor when it comes to starting lineup for Thunder The OKC Thunder could easily look to Jalen Williams' health as the ultimate factor in deciding who between Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell w...

OCTOBER 4 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Thunder's Cason Wallace vs. Ajay Mitchell question deserves to be experimented with The OKC Thunder must take advantage of their abundance of top-flight two guard talents and experiment with their rotations.

OCTOBER 2 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Forgotten Thunder veteran could be major beneficiary of offseason shakeups The OKC Thunder may look toward another player outside of Ajay Mitchell and Cason Wallace to take on a bigger role on the team after their s...

OCTOBER 2 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Fully healthy for Thunder Mitchell (calf) is healthy and participating fully in training camp after ending the 2025-26 season injured, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Head coach Mark Daigneault said Wednesday that Mitchell "got himself healthy" during the offseason and praised the guard's conditioning and overall form early in camp. Mitchell's unrestricted participation indicates he's moved past the calf injury that ended his 2025-26 campaign and should be available for Oklahoma City's preseason slate.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ajay Mitchell should be 6MOY favorite thanks to ripple effects of breakout postseason The confidence Ajay Mitchell has after his breakout postseason with the OKC Thunder should undoubtedly make him the favorite to win Sixth Ma...

OCTOBER 1 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Ajay Mitchell Is Focused On The Success Of The Team As A Whole The Thunder’s rising star isn’t worried about the glory. The Oklahoma City Thunder are nearing the beginning of next season and are inching...

SEPTEMBER 29 • SI.COM

Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder still confident that they'll be a contender, despite roster changes

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander feels confident about his game after the summer

SEPTEMBER 28 • Associated Press

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Ajay Mitchell, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lead injury-riddled Thunder past Suns 125-114

Thunder guard Alex Caruso assisted to locker room with sprained ankle

Thunder stay undefeated with a 108-101 victory over the Clippers

An even more versatile Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes shape as the Thunder bid to get back on top

Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder still confident that they'll be a contender, despite roster changes