Thunder Unveils 2024 Draft Class

Introducing the 2024 Thunder Draft Class: Topić, Jones, MitchellIntroducing the 2024 Thunder Draft Class: Topić, Jones, Mitchell The Oklahoma City Thunder unveiled their newest recruits on Saturday, introducing Nikola Topić, Dillon Jones, and Ajay Mitchell to the media. Nikola Topić Despite missing the upcoming season due to a knee injury, Topić was highly regarded before the draft. His exceptional athleticism and versatility as a forward had him projected as a top-four prospect. Dillon Jones Jones spent his time at Weber State as a central figure on the team. He believes that his role as “the guy” has prepared him to contribute to the Thunder’s success despite their existing talent. Ajay Mitchell Mitchell joins the Thunder as the second pick of the draft and acknowledges that his role on the team may fluctuate. Despite this, he expresses confidence in his ability to adapt and contribute when called upon. Listen to an exclusive interview with the Thunder rookies in the video provided.

Oklahoma City, OK – A new era of Thunder basketball was officially introduced on Saturday. Nikola Topić, Dillon Jones and Ajay Mitchell all met with the media to discuss how to reach the next level and join the Thunder.

Topić will miss next season with a knee injury. Many draft boards had him listed as a top four prospect in the draft, but the knee injury scared off some teams.

As for Jones, he said his time at Weber State as “the guy” prepared him for what he needed to do to help OKC win with their current talent.

Ajay Mitchell joins the squad as second choice and knows his role may be improvised and less consistent than usual, but he says he is prepared for that.

Listen to the three Thunder rookies in the video above.