Ajay Mitchell confirms absence for Belgium's EuroBasket pre-qualifier
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Ajay Mitchell will not play for Belgium in the 2029 FIBA EuroBasket pre-qualifiers due to ongoing recovery from a season-ending injury. The first group game is scheduled against the Czech Republic on August 27. Belgium is in Group G along with Norway, with further matches in November 2026 and February 2027. Mitchell, who was a key player for the Oklahoma City Thunder last season, aims to be fit for future national team duties after training for the upcoming NBA season.
- •Mitchell is recovering from a soleus strain injury.
- •Belgium faces the Czech Republic in Group G on August 27.
- •Mitchell had a breakout season with the Thunder, averaging 13.6 points.
- •Belgium's group includes Norway, with more matches in late 2026 and early 2027.
- •Mitchell aims to participate in future national team competitions.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Ajay Mitchell reveals status for Belgium's 2029 FIBA EuroBasket pre-qualifier
"Ajay Mitchell reveals status for Belgium's 2029 FIBA EuroBasket pre-qualifier.
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