# Mitchell's Breakout Sparks Thunder's Western Finals Run

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Podcast: [Oklahoma City Thunder News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oklahoma-city-thunder-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7554107)
Published: 2026-05-13T04:28:11+00:00
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Ajay Mitchell Shines as Oklahoma City Thunder Advance to Western Conference Finals In a thrilling Game four victory, the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers, securing their spot in the Western Conference Finals. While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a standout performance, it was Ajay Mitchell who stole the show, scoring 28 points on 12 of 19 shooting. Mitchell, a second-round pick traded from the New York Knicks, has been a revelation since being inserted into the starting lineup due to injuries. His impressive play has drawn praise from Chandler Parsons, who compared him favorably to LaMelo Ball. With a team-friendly contract and a proven track record, Mitchell is poised to make a significant impact in the Western Conference Finals against either the San Antonio Spurs or Minnesota Timberwolves. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7d5d44095d5be64b

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