Jalen Williams enjoys Lakers fans' reactions to Ajay Mitchell's playoff success

Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder expressed amusement at the reactions of Los Angeles Lakers fans as his teammate Ajay Mitchell excelled in the 2026 Western Conference semifinals. Williams, sidelined with a hamstring injury, watched Mitchell average 22.5 points per game against the Lakers. Mitchell’s performance included a playoff career-high 28 points in a game that completed the Thunder's sweep of Los Angeles. During a podcast appearance, Williams shared his enjoyment of reading fans' social media reactions following Mitchell’s standout performances. The Thunder’s postseason campaign eventually ended with a loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference finals after a Game 7 matchup, where additional injuries affected both Williams and Mitchell. The Thunder will open their 2026-27 season with a rematch against the Spurs.

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