Thunder's signs are gradually starting to point towards Isaiah Hartenstein's exit

The Oklahoma City Thunder have found some hope in the midst of an injury-riddled season.

The emergence of Ajay Mitchell, combined with the sheer depth of this roster, has made it possible for them to rattle off three straight wins while down three starters. Jalen Williams will likely miss the remainder of the season, while Cason Wallace is out until at least the end of the regular season and Chet Holmgren is scheduled to miss the next seven to eight weeks with a partially torn patellar tendon.

Needless to say, finding a competitive complexion again this quickly is a testament to the resilience and the cohesive identity of this Thunder squad.

But as Mitchell continues to prove himself as a real…