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Thunder Lose to Pacers in Preseason as Backcourt Injuries Open Door for Roster Hopefuls

Two-way roster decisions loom with Nikola Topić sidelined pending a November re-evaluation.

Overview

  • The Thunder fell 116-101 at Indiana on Saturday in a preseason road game.
  • Guard Ajay Mitchell rolled his left ankle late in the second quarter and did not return; the team has not issued an update.
  • Isaiah Joe exited in the first quarter with an apparent left knee issue and did not return.
  • Undrafted guard Chris Youngblood scored 25 off the bench and is averaging 14.5 points on 44.4% from three through four preseason games as he vies for a two-way spot.
  • Rookie Brooks Barnhizer produced 16 points, 11 rebounds, two steals and an assist, highlighting his activity on the glass and defense.