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Thunder Take Commanding 3-0 Lead Behind Mitchell's Brilliance
10 May
Summary
- Mitchell scored 24 points, 10 assists, four rebounds, and three steals.
- He led the team in assists, tying his season high from November 7.
- Mitchell has started in the last five games due to Jalen Williams' absence.
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a commanding 3-0 lead in the Western Conference Semifinals with a decisive 131-108 win against the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday. The standout performance came from guard Mitchell, who posted an exceptional stat line of 24 points, 10 assists, four rebounds, and three steals in 30 minutes of play.
Mitchell's offensive prowess was particularly evident in the second half, where he contributed nine points in both the third and fourth quarters. This surge helped the Thunder pull away from the Lakers and maintain their dominance in the series.
His playmaking was also on full display as he led his team in assists, matching a season-high mark previously set against the Kings on November 7. Mitchell has stepped into a starting role for the Thunder's last five games, filling in for the injured Jalen Williams, who is sidelined with a hamstring issue. In this recent stretch, Mitchell has averaged 19.8 points and 5.6 assists per contest.
