Ajay Mitchell, a promising young point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, grapples with profound grief following the unexpected death of his father, Barry, as he channels his emotions into his basketball performance, striving to honor his father's legacy while navigating the pressures and challenges of his NBA career. #Basketball #Legacy #Fatherhood #USA #BEL
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Ajay Mitchell, Thunder's breakout player, carries the dreams of his late father
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Deep into the night of Dec. 18, Ajay Mitchell's boyish smile broke.
His composure grew fragile. Grief gnawed at him.