10/26/2026, 3:26 AM

Leads second unit in win

Mitchell was hoisted into a larger role Sunday due to injuries to Cason Wallace (shoulder) and Jalen Williams (ankle) and put together an impressive all-around performance. Mitchell continued his solid play defensively, following up his career-high five steals Thursday with a three-steal outing Sunday. The 24-year-old pro will likely continue to see an expanded role going forward due to Williams' injury.

10/26/2026, 1:28 AM

Suffers significant ankle injury

Williams suffered a gruesome left ankle injury after crashing to the floor on a drive to the rim, resulting in him being taken off on a stretcher. A devastating development for the star guard, who is coming off an injury-plagued campaign in 2025-26. A considerable layoff seems imminent for Williams, likely leaving minutes for Jared McCain, Ajay Mitchell, Alex Caruso and Kenrich Williams to absorb.

10/26/2026, 12:23 AM

Not returning Sunday

The Thunder will be shorthanded in the frontcourt for the rest of the game since Williams sees plenty of minutes as Isaiah Hartenstein's backup at center. He went scoreless (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and didn't record a single stat in five minutes. His status should be considered questionable for the second half of the back-to-back set Monday against the Suns.