Ajay Mitchell delivered 20 points on efficient shooting in Oklahoma City's 117–112 win over Cleveland, a five-point margin that hinged on small margins. Mitchell shot 7-for-16 from the field and a perfect 6-for-6 from the free-throw line in 35 minutes of work, adding five rebounds and a block while committing no turnovers. For a Belgian in the NBA, nights like this—solid scoring on reasonable volume, limiting mistakes—are the foundation of staying in rotation at that level. Mitchell's ability to contribute across 35 minutes without forcing plays is exactly what rotation players need to survive in the league.