While the rest of the world is looking at the financial effects of the trades the OKC Thunder pulled off this summer, Ajay Mitchell is laser-focused on how they may impact his role within the rotation. Frankly, Thunder fans should also have a strong sense of confidence themselves when it comes to the prospect of Mitchell taking on more duties in the rotation, as he's already proven more than capable of stepping up when the club has asked him to. Ajay Mitchell has already proven to excel when Thunder ask for moreAs a result of last season's injury woes, the Thunder found themselves relying on Mitchell more than many may have expected coming into the campaign. His stellar efforts would net him a top-five finish in the 2026 Sixth Man of the Year race. Time and time again, Mitchell has answered the call when more has been asked of him.