The Oklahoma City Thunder saw Ajay Mitchell make a key adjustment in Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs against the Phoenix Suns to allow the Thunder to pull off a sweep. Why that is huge for OKC.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points and the OKC Thunder wrapped up a sweep of the Phoenix Suns with a 131-122 win Monday night in Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs.

OKC Thunder makes history after completing their third straight Round 1 sweep against the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Playoffs.

The Thunder have to remain ready for the second round amid their lengthy break.

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“Johnson was one of my favorite players in college basketball. He was one of the most efficient players in the country,” wrote Sam Vecenie of The Athletic, who had the Thunder taking Johnson at 17 with a pick from the Philadelphia 76ers. “…He’s tremendous as a post defender, flying around in help and showcasing switchability on the perimeter.”

The Oklahoma City Thunder are attempting to repeat as NBA Champions. Mike Muscala helped laid that foundation.