Donovan Mitchell gets brutally honest about protecting home court in crucial Game 7
Donovan Mitchell emphasized the importance of protecting home court ahead of a decisive Game 7 against the Toronto Raptors. Despite a painful loss in Game 6 due to RJ Barrett's game-winning three, Mitchell is focused on moving forward. He believes the Cavaliers must rally together and secure the win in front of their home fans.
- ▪RJ Barrett hit a game-winning three-pointer to force Game 7 after the Cavaliers had a chance to close the series.
- ▪Donovan Mitchell stressed the need to forget the Game 6 loss and focus solely on winning Game 7 at home.
- ▪Evan Mobley scored a team-high 26 points in Game 6 but made a critical mistake leading to Barrett's game-winner.
- ▪Mitchell is determined to lead the Cavaliers as their primary star in the do-or-die Game 7.
- ▪The Game 7 will take place on the Cavaliers' home court, adding pressure to perform in front of their fans.
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