Ajay Mitchell breakout sparks uncomfortable conversation Thunder brass must have

Ajay Mitchell (25) during the Thunder Media Day for the 25-26 NBA season at the Paycom Center Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. | DOUG HOKE/THEOKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesTo the delight of OKC Thunder fans near and far, sophomore Ajay Mitchell is breaking out toward rising star territory right before their very eyes.

Following an underrated rookie campaign that saw him serve as a consistent contributor within the eventual champion's rotation and rank fifth in three-point percentage (38.3) and first in defensive rating (100.0) among his rookie peers who logged a minimum of 30 games played, the former second-round pick has seemingly brought his play to an entirely new level here in…