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‘I love the game too much’: Former Kickapoo, MSU standout Deven Mitchell makes comeback

Harrison Keegan/News-Leader

Deven Mitchell limped around the weight room Wednesday morning at the southside YMCA.

During what is supposed to be his downtime, the former Kickapoo and Missouri State standout recently turned his ankle in a rec league game.

For those who know Mitchell, that's no surprise.

A decade after endearing himself to MSU fans with his all-out effort, Mitchell said his style hasn't changed much as he continues his professional basketball comeback at age 32.

Asked to list all of his significant basketball injuries, Mitchell smiles.