Donovan Mitchell confirms injury status after Cavs playoff elimination
Donovan Mitchell addressed his injury status following the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff elimination. He acknowledged that many players are dealing with injuries but insisted he was fine during the game. Mitchell emphasized the importance of mental toughness and execution in the playoffs.
- ▪Donovan Mitchell scored 31 points in the Cavaliers' season-ending Game 4 loss to the New York Knicks.
- ▪He stated that 'everybody's beat up' but maintained that he was fine during the game.
- ▪Mitchell pointed out that the team could have avoided a tough position by not letting previous series go to seven games.
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