The Oklahoma City Thunder are celebrating their inaugural NBA title after a gripping seven-game series against the Indiana Pacers. With most of their roster returning for the upcoming season, they are poised for another competitive run. Among the emerging talents is guard Ajay Mitchell, who, after being drafted by the New York Knicks, signed a two-way contract with the Thunder. Despite an underwhelming postseason showing, Mitchell's impressive performance in the Summer League, where he averaged 19.8 points per game, earned him a place on the Second Team.

As the Thunder prepare for the 2025-26 season, the pressure is on Mitchell to secure a significant role on a roster filled with talent, including stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Alex Caruso. Although the team went undefeated in the Summer League, Mitchell will not participate in the playoffs, a decision that could impact his momentum heading into the regular season.