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Ajay Mitchell named general manager of UC Santa Barbara men's basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:16 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Ajay Mitchell named general manager of UC Santa Barbara men's basketball
Summary

Ajay Mitchell, currently a guard for the OKC Thunder, has been appointed as the general manager of UC Santa Barbara's men's basketball program. Previously a standout player at UC Santa Barbara, Mitchell was selected 38th in the 2024 NBA Draft and earned All-Big West honors. As GM, he will advise the program, mentor student-athletes, and enhance the brand's visibility. Mitchell expressed gratitude to the university for shaping his career and aims to elevate the team's success. The Gauchos last participated in the NCAA Tournament in 2023, finishing with an 18-14 record last season.

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  • •Mitchell appointed GM of UC Santa Barbara men's basketball on August 19, 2026.
  • •He played three seasons at UC Santa Barbara before joining the NBA.
  • •Averaged career highs of 13.6 points last season with the Thunder.
  • •Mitchell praised the university for its impact on his career.
  • •The Gauchos last made the NCAA Tournament in 2023.
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  • 10:16 AMYahoo Sports — OKC Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell joins UC Santa Barbara as men's basketball GM
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OKC Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell was announced Tuesday as the general manager of the UC Santa Barbara men's basketball program.

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