The rate of improvement is terrible! Is the Warriors’ new star in the backcourt a strong contender for the Most Improved Player?

In the previous NBA regular season, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies at home 114-100. After this game, the Thunder, who had won two consecutive victories, improved their record to 10 wins and 1 loss, and their ranking continues to be at the top of the Western Conference; while the Grizzlies' record has dropped to 4 wins and 7 losses, continuing to rank 10th in the Western Conference.

In this game, the Thunder's starting shooting guard Ajay Mitchell continued his outstanding performance so far this season. Mitchell played 31 minutes and 57 seconds, making 8 of 15 shots, 2 of 3 from beyond the three-point line, and 3 of 4 free throws. He scored 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals. He also had 2 fouls and a plus-minus of +9. Mitchell has shown comprehensive scoring ability on the offensive end. He has also used all his talents. His breakthrough ability is excellent, his outside shooting is also very stable, and he also has good passing and organizational skills. In addition, his performance on the defensive end is also worthy of recognition, and he can also play a key role in this aspect. Overall, Mitchell played his own characteristics on both offense and defense. He once again proved that he is an all-round player with both offense and defense. His series of outstanding performances also made a huge contribution to the team's victory.

In the NBA regular season last season, Mitchell was affected by injuries in 82 games and played a total of 36 times, averaging 16.6 minutes per game and averaging 16.6 minutes per game. 6.5 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.7 steals, 0.1 blocks, 0.8 turnovers and 1.9 fouls. The shooting percentage was 49.5%, the three-point shooting percentage was 38.3%, and the free throw percentage was 82.9%. In the playoffs, Mitchell played a total of 12 times, averaging 7 minutes per game. He averaged 3.4 points, 0.8 rebounds, 0.8 assists, and 0.2 steals per game. He also had 0.5 turnovers and 0.6 fouls. He shot 45.7% from the field, 38.5% from the three-point range, and 80% from the free throw line. Since the start of this season, Mitchell has averaged 28 minutes per game in the first 11 games, averaging 17.2 points, 4 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.8 steals, 0.2 blocks, 1.6 turnovers and 2.5 fouls, shooting 46.2% from the field, 35% from three-point range, and 93.2% from free throws.

Mitchell's performance last season can only be regarded as quite satisfactory. Although he can have a certain effect, his status in the team is not high, and he was unable to appear stably in the team's rotation during the playoffs. Unexpectedly, this season, Mitchell has completed his big breakout. He has played a decisive role on both offense and defense, and his progress has exceeded everyone's expectations. It is no exaggeration to say that with Mitchell's performance, he has every chance to compete for the honors of Most Improved Player and Best Sixth Man, and with his progress, he will also have the opportunity to play a more important role in the team.