Ajay Mitchell shines with 23 points, 6 assists in Thunder's win

Ajay Mitchell delivered a strong performance for the Oklahoma City Thunder in Friday's 117-116 victory over the Grizzlies, scoring 23 points (9-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), grabbing three rebounds, dishing out six assists, and adding one block in 38 minutes. Stepping into the starting lineup due to absences from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle) and Chet Holmgren (shins), Mitchell took on a lead offensive role. He has been in a nice rhythm over his last eight games, averaging 14.3 points, 4.0 assists, 1.4 triples, 1.6 steals, and just 1.0 turnovers.