Blow to the Thunder: Ajay Mitchell confirmed out; Jalen Williams doubtful for Game 5 against the Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder will face Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs with significant rotation issues. The team confirmed that Ajay Mitchell will not be available due to a calf strain injury, missing his second consecutive game after also being absent in the Game 4 defeat.

Additionally, Jalen Williams is doubtful due to his hamstring injury management, as reported by the franchise. The player also missed the last game, in which the Spurs tied the series (2-2) after a clear 103-82 victory, led by an outstanding performance from Victor Wembanyama, who recorded 33 points and 8 rebounds.

According to ESPN, both players are being assessed day by day, although Mitchell is already ruled out, and Williams' status remains uncertain for the Tuesday game in Oklahoma City. The possible absence of both players represents a significant blow for the Thunder at a crucial moment in the series.

The situation further complicates the outlook for Oklahoma City, which already struggled in the last game with poor offensive production, limited to just six made three-pointers and 33% shooting from the field, in a match entirely dominated by San Antonio.

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