With Theis gone, the Thunder now have an open roster spot. They could use it to convert Ajay Mitchell to a standard deal. The two-way rookie has played well despite toe surgery likely knocking him out for the rest of the regular season. No need to risk exposing him to restricted free agency.

Since the start of February, the Oklahoma City Thunder has been on a tear. A 34-point victory over the Sacramento Kings, a 29-point win over the Milwaukee Bucks

Here's what the Oklahoma City Thunder said about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 50 points against the Phoenix Suns.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 50 points and the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Phoenix Suns 140-109 on Wednesday night to improve to 40-9

The Oklahoma City Thunder announced they have signed Ajay Mitchell to a standard deal. He was previously on a two-way contract for the first half of the season. It's reportedly a two-year, $6 million contract.