The Cleveland Cavaliers bought their star participant locked in for the long run.
Donovan Mitchell has formally signed a really profitable contract extension that can maintain him in Cleveland by way of the 2026-27 season, on the very least, with a participant choice for the next season.
It’s protected to say that Mitchell seems to be as wholesome as he’s ever been.
In a now-viral clip shared by Cam Wilder (by way of Legion Hoops), the gifted capturing guard was noticed throwing down a wild dunk, showcasing his bounce and athleticism once more.
Insane: Donovan Mitchell throwing down nasty dunks with Cam Wilder and Ian Jackson.
Spida’s new @adidasHoops sneakers drop 7/5. 👀
(by way of @camwilderr, @spidadmitchell) pic.twitter.com/X4WMJAyIPX
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) July 3, 2024
Mitchell struggled with a knee damage late final season, and a few puzzled whether or not he must bear surgical procedure in some unspecified time in the future, whether or not it was this offseason or within the foreseeable future.
There have been rumors about Mitchell all the time desirous to power his method to his hometown to play for the New York Knicks, but he by no means requested a commerce and simply stored his head down and started working.
He’s clearly the Cavaliers’ franchise participant and constructing block, and whether or not they maintain Darius Garland by his aspect or look to deliver one other star by his aspect gained’t change that.
Additionally, it’s exhausting to consider the Cavaliers signing him to such a long-term deal with out making him undergo a collection of assessments and exams to find out how wholesome he was.
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