Let’s make one thing abundantly clear, Donovan Mitchell absolutely loves the game of basketball. It’s not just his job, it’s his passion and his happy place. It’s part of the reason why he’s considered one of the best players in the game today, as the dedication and drive he plays with has led to greatness.
Unfortunately, Mitchell cannot always play the game that he loves.
While his teammates got ready to take on San Antonio on Monday night, Mitchell wasn’t with them. He wasn’t going through his pregame routine, chewing gum during the national anthem with his eyes closed and getting ready for his name to be announced in front of tens of thousands of fans.