Thunder receive positive Ajay Mitchell update ahead of anticipated rematch vs. Nuggets
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are on a run once again, winners of their last five consecutive games.
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A win Saturday marked their eighth win in their last nine games and their 50th victory of the season.
The Thunder became the first time to reach the 50 win mark this season, with San Antonio closest behind at 46. The Detroit Pistons lead the Eastern Conference with 45.
All the while, Oklahoma City has dealt with numerous injuries. At the moment, Jalen Williams, Isaiah Hartenstein and Branden Carlson are all sidelined.
Additionally, Chet Holmgren and Alex Caruso are listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets, after missing Saturday's win versus Golden State.
That said, Oklahoma City received positive news Sunday, as Ajay Mitchell was removed from the injured list after missing the last 20 games with an abdominal strain and an ankle injury.
Mitchell has come on strong this season after averaging a modest 6.5 points per game during his rookie year in 2025.
In 43 games for the Thunder in his sophomore season, he's averaging 14.1 points per game, 3.7 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 steals.
If Holmgren is unable to suit up for Monday's game, Mitchell will be Oklahoma City's second leading scorer behind last year's MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
With a win, Oklahoma City would clinch the season series against Denver, currently leading 2-0 with two games left to play.
Following Monday's game, the Thunder will play the Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves in consecutive home games Thursday and Sunday.
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