Donovan Mitchell explodes as Cavaliers defeat Magic in Game 7
ClutchPoints: Donovan Mitchell put on a SHOW in the Cav’s Game 7 win over the Magic: 🔥39 PTS, 🔥9 REB, 🔥5 AS, 🔥11-of-27 FG. Celtics vs Cavs 2nd round is set. Who wins and in how many games 🤔 pic.twitter.com/qt8gV6nFaS
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Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Donovan Mitchell’s Game 7 line today: 39 points, nine rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block, one turnover.
Superstar. – 3:56 PM
Donovan Mitchell’s Game 7 line today: 39 points, nine rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block, one turnover.
Superstar. – 3:56 PM
Dan Savage @Dan_Savage
“Paolo Banchero is going to be a monster.” – Donovan Mitchell to ABC’s Lisa Salters after the Cavs top the @OrlandoMagic in Game 7. – 3:53 PM
“Paolo Banchero is going to be a monster.” – Donovan Mitchell to ABC’s Lisa Salters after the Cavs top the @OrlandoMagic in Game 7. – 3:53 PM
Ball Don’t Lie @Balldontlie
Donovan Mitchell has 89 POINTS in his last two games 🤯 pic.twitter.com/6jvSsojDkO – 3:53 PM
Donovan Mitchell has 89 POINTS in his last two games 🤯 pic.twitter.com/6jvSsojDkO – 3:53 PM
Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
That 7-second delay guy for ABC was ready for Donovan Mitchell 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 – 3:52 PM
That 7-second delay guy for ABC was ready for Donovan Mitchell 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 – 3:52 PM
Cleveland Plain Dealer @PDcavsinsider
CLEVELAND WINS GAME SEVEN! The Cavaliers, led by Donovan Mitchell, beat the Magic in Game 7, 106-94. Cleveland moves on to the next round against the Boston Celtics. Photo: Joshua Gunter, cleveland.com pic.twitter.com/VzcD7S7BEZ – 3:50 PM
CLEVELAND WINS GAME SEVEN! The Cavaliers, led by Donovan Mitchell, beat the Magic in Game 7, 106-94. Cleveland moves on to the next round against the Boston Celtics. Photo: Joshua Gunter, cleveland.com pic.twitter.com/VzcD7S7BEZ – 3:50 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Cavaliers vs. Magic score: Donovan Mitchell leads historic Game 7 comeback, Cleveland moves on to face Celtics
cbssports.com/nba/news/caval… – 3:50 PM
Cavaliers vs. Magic score: Donovan Mitchell leads historic Game 7 comeback, Cleveland moves on to face Celtics
cbssports.com/nba/news/caval… – 3:50 PM
Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Donovan Mitchell had 89 points combined in Games 6 and 7 of this series on one leg. – 3:49 PM
Donovan Mitchell had 89 points combined in Games 6 and 7 of this series on one leg. – 3:49 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
Donovan Mitchell scored 44.1% of the Cavs points in Game 6 and Game 7. pic.twitter.com/Xf1OQvaG1s – 3:49 PM
Donovan Mitchell scored 44.1% of the Cavs points in Game 6 and Game 7. pic.twitter.com/Xf1OQvaG1s – 3:49 PM
Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Donovan Mitchell is a superstar and there is to be no further discussion on the matter. – 3:48 PM
Donovan Mitchell is a superstar and there is to be no further discussion on the matter. – 3:48 PM
Kendra Andrews @kendra__andrews
Eighty-nine points for Donovan Mitchell over the last two games. The second most in Games 6 and 7 of a series in NBA history behind only Allen Iverson’s 90 in 2001. – 3:48 PM
Eighty-nine points for Donovan Mitchell over the last two games. The second most in Games 6 and 7 of a series in NBA history behind only Allen Iverson’s 90 in 2001. – 3:48 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Donovan Mitchell vs. Orlando Magic (Game 7)
39 points
11-27 FG
15-17 FT
9 rebounds
5 assists
1 steal
1 block
Spida did it all. The #Cavs advanced to the East semis. #NBAPlayoffs #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/DUjmqifTb7 – 3:48 PM
Donovan Mitchell vs. Orlando Magic (Game 7)
39 points
11-27 FG
15-17 FT
9 rebounds
5 assists
1 steal
1 block
Spida did it all. The #Cavs advanced to the East semis. #NBAPlayoffs #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/DUjmqifTb7 – 3:48 PM
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
Donovan Mitchell: 12th player to score 200 points in a playoff series on 3 different occasions.
Others: Elgin Baylor, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Hakeem Olajuwon, James Harden, Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain. – 3:45 PM
Donovan Mitchell: 12th player to score 200 points in a playoff series on 3 different occasions.
Others: Elgin Baylor, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Hakeem Olajuwon, James Harden, Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain. – 3:45 PM
Ben Anderson @BensHoops
The problem for the Cavaliers, and Donovan Mitchell is thinking their future should be determined by the outcome of this one game, win or lose.
This remains a very small sample size to glean anything from. – 3:34 PM
The problem for the Cavaliers, and Donovan Mitchell is thinking their future should be determined by the outcome of this one game, win or lose.
This remains a very small sample size to glean anything from. – 3:34 PM
Michael Pina @MichaelVPina
Watching this game and starting to think about how fun the Magic would be if they had Donovan Mitchell – 3:21 PM
Watching this game and starting to think about how fun the Magic would be if they had Donovan Mitchell – 3:21 PM
Bob Finnan @BobCavsinsider
Donovan Mitchell had 17 of his 32 points in the third quarter. Cavs held Orlando to 4-of-24 shooting in the third. – 3:09 PM
Donovan Mitchell had 17 of his 32 points in the third quarter. Cavs held Orlando to 4-of-24 shooting in the third. – 3:09 PM
Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
Franz Wagner+Jalen Suggs: 3/24 FGs through 3 quarters 🫣
Franz/Jalen/Paolo in 3rd quarter: 2/18 FGs
Donovan Mitchell outscored Magic 17-15 by himself in 3rd quarter – 3:08 PM
Franz Wagner+Jalen Suggs: 3/24 FGs through 3 quarters 🫣
Franz/Jalen/Paolo in 3rd quarter: 2/18 FGs
Donovan Mitchell outscored Magic 17-15 by himself in 3rd quarter – 3:08 PM
Kendra Andrews @kendra__andrews
Donovan Mitchell has 82 points and counting over the last two games. Oh, and he’s outscored the Magic 20-19 since the 4:45 left in the second quarter. – 3:04 PM
Donovan Mitchell has 82 points and counting over the last two games. Oh, and he’s outscored the Magic 20-19 since the 4:45 left in the second quarter. – 3:04 PM
Ball Don’t Lie @Balldontlie
Donovan Mitchell: 32 points
Rest of the Cavaliers starters: 15 points pic.twitter.com/9HaD5FIOUw – 3:00 PM
Donovan Mitchell: 32 points
Rest of the Cavaliers starters: 15 points pic.twitter.com/9HaD5FIOUw – 3:00 PM
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
Donovan Mitchell has more points in this series (194 and counting) than anyone in Cavs history has scored in any series ever — except LeBron James, who exceeded 194 six times. – 2:59 PM
Donovan Mitchell has more points in this series (194 and counting) than anyone in Cavs history has scored in any series ever — except LeBron James, who exceeded 194 six times. – 2:59 PM
Josh Robbins @JoshuaBRobbins
Donovan Mitchell has scored 17 points in this third quarter, which the Cavaliers have owned. Cleveland has outscored Orlando 25-13 in the quarter. – 2:57 PM
Donovan Mitchell has scored 17 points in this third quarter, which the Cavaliers have owned. Cleveland has outscored Orlando 25-13 in the quarter. – 2:57 PM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
It’s another episode of Donovan Mitchell vs. Everyone #NBAPlayoffs #Cavs #LetEmKnow – 2:54 PM
It’s another episode of Donovan Mitchell vs. Everyone #NBAPlayoffs #Cavs #LetEmKnow – 2:54 PM
Bob Finnan @BobCavsinsider
Donovan Mitchell is not allowing Cavs to lose this game. He now has 24 points and is heading to the line for two free throws. Darius Garland? What is going on with him? – 2:43 PM
Donovan Mitchell is not allowing Cavs to lose this game. He now has 24 points and is heading to the line for two free throws. Darius Garland? What is going on with him? – 2:43 PM
Ball Don’t Lie @Balldontlie
Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell are a combined 4-19 from the floor at half 😳 pic.twitter.com/FU0QmxwX5a – 2:28 PM
Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell are a combined 4-19 from the floor at half 😳 pic.twitter.com/FU0QmxwX5a – 2:28 PM
Nate Duncan @NateDuncanNBA
Free throws:
Paolo Banchero 10-10
Donovan Mitchell 9-10
First opposing players both to attempt double-digit free throws in first half of a playoff game since Rajon Rondo and LeBron James in 2010 Cavaliers-Celtics Game 4
(via @bball_ref) – 2:25 PM
Free throws:
Paolo Banchero 10-10
Donovan Mitchell 9-10
First opposing players both to attempt double-digit free throws in first half of a playoff game since Rajon Rondo and LeBron James in 2010 Cavaliers-Celtics Game 4
(via @bball_ref) – 2:25 PM
Bob Finnan @BobCavsinsider
Halftime: Magic 53, Cavs 43. Cavs battle back to cut deficit to 10. Donovan Mitchell has 15 points, Caris LeVert 10 and Sam Merrill 8. Banchero has 24 for Magic. – 2:17 PM
Halftime: Magic 53, Cavs 43. Cavs battle back to cut deficit to 10. Donovan Mitchell has 15 points, Caris LeVert 10 and Sam Merrill 8. Banchero has 24 for Magic. – 2:17 PM
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
Going back to Friday, Cavs not named Donovan Mitchell have scored six points in the last 24 minutes. That’s two full quarters — and three baskets. – 1:30 PM
Going back to Friday, Cavs not named Donovan Mitchell have scored six points in the last 24 minutes. That’s two full quarters — and three baskets. – 1:30 PM
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
That Mobley basket ends a run where Donovan Mitchell scored 24 consecutive Cleveland points going back to Friday. – 1:14 PM
That Mobley basket ends a run where Donovan Mitchell scored 24 consecutive Cleveland points going back to Friday. – 1:14 PM
Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Expected rotation players today that have played in a Game 7:
Orlando – Joe Ingles (2), Gary Harris (4)
Cleveland – Tristan Thompson (3), Marcus Morris (4), Donovan Mitchell (2), Max Strus (2), Georges Niang (2) – 1:01 PM
Expected rotation players today that have played in a Game 7:
Orlando – Joe Ingles (2), Gary Harris (4)
Cleveland – Tristan Thompson (3), Marcus Morris (4), Donovan Mitchell (2), Max Strus (2), Georges Niang (2) – 1:01 PM
Danny Cunningham @RealDCunningham
Expected rotation players today that have played in a Game 7:
Orlando – Joe Ingles (2), Garry Harris (4)
Cleveland – Tristan Thompson (3), Marcus Morris (4), Donovan Mitchell (2), Max Strus (2), Georges Niang (2) – 12:55 PM
Expected rotation players today that have played in a Game 7:
Orlando – Joe Ingles (2), Garry Harris (4)
Cleveland – Tristan Thompson (3), Marcus Morris (4), Donovan Mitchell (2), Max Strus (2), Georges Niang (2) – 12:55 PM
Cleveland Plain Dealer @PDcavsinsider
Donovan Mitchell gets some love from Austin Carr before today’s Game 7. pic.twitter.com/wTBlgCJm8Z – 12:28 PM
Donovan Mitchell gets some love from Austin Carr before today’s Game 7. pic.twitter.com/wTBlgCJm8Z – 12:28 PM
Serena Winters @SerenaWinters
Jarrett Allen (rib contusion) will miss game 7.
Isaac Okoro will move back into the started lineup.
Cavs Starters:
Darius Garland
Donovan Mitchell
Max Strus
Isaac Okoro
Evan Mobley – 12:26 PM
Jarrett Allen (rib contusion) will miss game 7.
Isaac Okoro will move back into the started lineup.
Cavs Starters:
Darius Garland
Donovan Mitchell
Max Strus
Isaac Okoro
Evan Mobley – 12:26 PM
Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
Anthony Edwards halfway to a Donovan Mitchell: 25 points at half with next to no help – 8:21 PM
Anthony Edwards halfway to a Donovan Mitchell: 25 points at half with next to no help – 8:21 PM
J. Michael Falgoust @ThisIsJMichael
I breakdown what worked, why and what to look for Sunday in #MagicCavs
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Will Magic’s formula vs. Donovan Mitchell change? It’s gotten them to Game 7 despite his 50 points | Analysis orlandosentinel.com/2024/05/04/orl… – 7:59 PM
I breakdown what worked, why and what to look for Sunday in #MagicCavs
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Will Magic’s formula vs. Donovan Mitchell change? It’s gotten them to Game 7 despite his 50 points | Analysis orlandosentinel.com/2024/05/04/orl… – 7:59 PM
More on this storyline
StatMuse: Donovan Mitchell scored 89 points in Game 6 and 7. That’s 2nd-most all-time, behind AI’s 90 points in the 2001 ECF. pic.twitter.com/zyORZu1tAp -via Twitter @statmuse / May 5, 2024
Danny Cunningham: #Cavs are starting Mitchell, Garland, Okoro, Strus and Mobley in Game 7. Jarrett Allen is out. -via Twitter @RealDCunningham / May 5, 2024
The third time was Friday night, against the Orlando Magic. He landed squarely on 50 points in a 103-96 loss to Orlando in Game 6 of this first-round series that, like the last series in which Mitchell scored at least 50 in a game, is going to a Game 7. All of which is to say, in a bit of a silver lining for the Cavs, at least Mitchell has been in this spot before. “I think it’s the best two words in sports,” Mitchell said, referring to the Game 7 that awaits his Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando at 1 p.m. Eastern Time Sunday. “No matter what round it is, first, second, third and finals, all the stuff you’ve done for six games really goes out the window. It’s all about desperation, will.” -via The Athletic / May 4, 2024