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.