Examining if OKC Thunder starting lineup should include Cason Wallace or Ajay Mitchell
With Lu Dort gone, the OKC Thunder must choose between Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell for the starting lineup.
Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell are the two front-runners to replace Lu Dort in the starting lineup of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Wallace is considered the heavy favorite due to his defensive prowess, including 339 deflections and 150 steals in the previous season. He is a master of deflections and ranking first in steals. Mitchell, on the other hand, is a versatile player who can play multiple positions and has shown the ability to finish games even when starting.
He has only started 17 out of 227 career games but has played in the playoffs and the NBA Finals. While Wallace is expected to improve as an on-ball player, Mitchell can play as a second unit in ways that Wallace cannot. Mitchell has also been vocal about his focus on helping the team win, regardless of the starting position. Considering both players' strengths and weaknesses, the decision will likely come down to who the Thunder management feels will be the better fit in the starting lineup.
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