Ajay Mitchell’s stunning 2026 playoff surge is forcing Sam Presti to face the same "Harden dilemma" that cost the Thunder a 2010s dynasty.

After losing his father in December, this season took on more meaning for Oklahoma City's Ajay Mitchell: "I don't want to let him down."

There’s nothing better than some weekend NBA playoff action, and there are two great games to dive into on Saturday: Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (3 p.m. EST) Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Los Angeles Lakers (8:30 p.m. EST) Both the No. 1 seeds ...

After his starring role in the Thunder's Game 3 win over the Lakers on Saturday night, Ajay Mitchell reflected on his path to the NBA and how he has found success with OKC.

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As Lakers exit playoffs, uncertainty around LeBron James' future returns to focus. Luke Hales / The Oklahoma City Thunder ended the Los Angeles Lakers’ season — and possibly LeBron James’ career. The top-seeded Thunder swept the No.