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Mitchell scores 21 on 9-of-11 as OKC leads efficient first half vs. Memphis

Mitchell's 21 already tops his 16.2 season average

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What happened: Ajay Mitchell scored 21 points on 9-of-11 shooting in the first half of OKC's West Group B NBA Cup game against Memphis. SGA added 17 on 7-of-11, and Jared McCain scored 14 on 6-of-8.

Why it matters: The trio combined for 52 first-half points on 22-of-30 shooting. Mitchell is averaging 16.2 points in 2026-27 through 9 games, and McCain 10.6, so both are well above those marks at the break.

By the numbers: Mitchell: 21 PTS, 9-11 FG (16.2 ppg in 2026-27 through 9 games). SGA: 17 PTS, 7-11 FG. McCain: 14 PTS, 6-8 FG (10.6 ppg in 2026-27 through 9 games).

What to watch: Watch whether OKC's shooting holds in the second half as the game decides West Group B standing.

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