Ajay Mitchell Injury Status Update for April 9th, 2026
Ajay Mitchell of the Thunder has been ruled out and will not play today. Ajay was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 24th game Ajay has missed this season.
Ajay Mitchell Season Averages
Ajay's absence leaves a significant hole in the Thunder rotation. Across 56 games this season, he's averaging 13.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game while playing 25.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.9 | 13.7 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 10.5 |
Thunder Performance With & Without Ajay Mitchell
The numbers tell a clear story about Ajay's value to the Thunder. With Ajay in the lineup this season, the team is 49-7. Without him, they've gone 14-9. The Thunder's net rating is 11.3 points worse per 100 possessions when Ajay plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (113.1 vs 119.7), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 49-7 | 14-9 | — |
| Off Rating | 119.7 | 113.1 | -6.6 |
| Def Rating | 104.6 | 109.3 | +4.7 |
| Net Rating | 15.1 | 3.8 | -11.3 |
| PPG | 122.1 | 112.3 | -9.9 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Ajay Mitchell?
When Ajay sits, other Thunder players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Ajay has been out this season, Cason Wallace has averaged 3.5 additional field goal attempts.
FGA: +3.5
Ajay Mitchell Betting Trends
For bettors, Ajay's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Thunder's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Ajay has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Mitchell) Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 3PM UNDER: 13-0 (+14.0u, 1.5 / -119 avg. line) Chet Holmgren REB OVER: 15-5 (+9.8u, 8.6 / -107 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Ajay Mitchell's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Thunder @ Nuggets - April 10, 2026 Oklahoma City Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Out) Isaiah Hartenstein (Out) Chet Holmgren (Out) Jalen Williams (Out) Denver Nuggets: Aaron Gordon (Questionable) Nikola Jokic (Questionable) Jamal Murray (Questionable)
We'll continue to monitor Ajay's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Thunder.