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NBA Rookie Donovan Mitchell Is One To Watch

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NBA All-Stars share their thoughts on rookie sensation Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz! Hear from greats such as Dwyane Wade, Stephen Curry, James Harden, Kevin Love, Andre Drummond, Damian Lillard, Anthony Davis, Dillon Brooks, and John Wall as they discuss Donovan's skills on the court, leadership abilities, attitude, and, of course, his shoes!

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Young Hollywood

He's a man on the basketball floor. He may be a kid in the NBA, but he's a man on that court, man. He gets it. You know, some players come along and they're special. He's an attack mode at all times. You know, he doesn't shy away from anything. You know, and once you have that mindset as a young, I mean, as a as a rookie, uh that'll ride you out for your whole career. I like the way he's covered a name for himself, so I don't like to compare people to to guys who passed if they're if they're doing amazing things, you know, their own right. I think everybody's seen flashes of it in college, but he wasn't he didn't have the name of other guys. Um but now you're going to get a chance to see him on that floor and he's a man out there, man. It's it's great to play against him as a competitor, but to watch him from afar and see him do it night after night after night. Like what rookie wall? He's not hitting it. I'm really impressed with what he's doing. Uh not just scoring the ball, but how he's leading that team in a tough Western conference, so Um he's he's doing a great job. Hopefully, he'll continue that. Do you like his shoes?

Donovan Mitchell

He wears my shoes. So, I love them.

Young Hollywood

He's had a hell of a year. I mean, the the Jazz are on such a a big winning streak right now in the tough Western conference.

Donovan Mitchell

Yeah, I hope he you know, basically doing all he can shoot the ball. He can handle. Um he can jump, rebound, so um you know, he's really good for Utah team. He plays out there with so much confidence. He owns, you know, the Utah. He he runs that team. I just think it's his drive and just the way he he just plays with a relentless effort and energy every night and uh it's just something you'll you'll see night in and night out from him. He's kind of rolled that nobody would expect right away. You know what I mean? Gordon Hayward left and went to the Celtics. Then he had an opportunity as a rookie to come in and have granted. He's taking full advantage of it. Uh those guys play great team basketball and he's he's having a heck of a season. Definitely from a fearless standpoint. If you're going to put my name with anybody, I am okay with you putting it with a kid that plays the game with that much heart.

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PEOPLE MENTIONED

  • Donovan Mitchell

    Subject of the video, NBA rookie sensation

  • Dwyane Wade

    NBA All-Star providing commentary

  • Stephen Curry

    NBA All-Star providing commentary

  • James Harden

    NBA All-Star providing commentary

  • Kevin Love

    NBA All-Star mentioned in description

  • Andre Drummond

    NBA All-Star mentioned in description

  • Damian Lillard

    NBA All-Star mentioned in description

  • Anthony Davis

    NBA All-Star mentioned in description

  • Dillon Brooks

    NBA player mentioned in description

  • John Wall

    NBA All-Star mentioned in description

  • Gordon Hayward

    Former teammate whose departure created an opportunity for Mitchell

FAQ

Which team does Donovan Mitchell play for?+
Donovan Mitchell plays for the Utah Jazz.
What attributes do NBA All-Stars praise about Donovan Mitchell?+
NBA All-Stars praise his attack mode, leadership, confidence, relentless effort, and ability to handle the ball, shoot, jump, and rebound.
Did Donovan Mitchell meet expectations in his rookie year?+
No, he exceeded expectations, taking full advantage of the opportunity after Gordon Hayward left the Jazz.
What is Donovan Mitchell known for regarding his footwear?+
He is known for wearing Dwyane Wade's signature shoes, which Wade appreciates.
What impact did Gordon Hayward's departure have on Donovan Mitchell?+
Gordon Hayward's departure to the Celtics created an opportunity for rookie Donovan Mitchell to step up and have a significant role.

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