DONOVAN MITCHELL CONTRACT PROFESSIONAL
There, Mitchell stunned scouts and coaches alike, boosting his draft stock with impressive physical attributes, (6’1” guard with a 6’10” wingspan) solid three-point shooting drills and professional interviews.
That is until he got the chance to prove himself at the 2017 NBA Draft Combine. There was still much to be desired in terms of playmaking and shooting efficiency, so most scouts had Mitchell touted as a late first rounder. While the likes of Lonzo Ball, Jayson Tatum and De’Aaron Fox (the latter two have also received max extensions this offseason) were dominating talk shows, Mitchell was quietly averaging 15.6 PPG and making the All-ACC Defensive team. With heroic play night in and out that has helped Utah become a postseason mainstain in the tough Western Conference, your friendly neighborhood is here to stay, and is worth the price of admission.Īn unheralded sophomore out of Louisville, Mitchell was relatively unknown in the mainstream coming out of college. Just like the movie, Mitchell’s contract won’t kick in until 2021, but our SPIDA has been a box office player ever since he stepped into the league. With a deal nearing $200 million, “SPIDA” Mitchell was rewarded with a contract so large, it resembles the projected box office numbers for the upcoming Spider-Man 3 movie. Given Mitchell’s progression as a player, it’s safe to say he’ll get the $195 million paid in full. To make the contract fully guaranteed, all Mitchell has to do is make one of the All-NBA teams. The deal is valued at $163 million in guaranteed money, and includes a player option on the final year of his deal in 2025. On November 22nd, the Jazz gave their franchise star a five-year extension worth up to $195 million. His effort in 2020 was met with heavy financial consideration. Along with grit, leadership and pure athleticism (all traits that make up his style of play), Mitchell is also made of money now. Despite the break, Mitchell came back better than ever in the NBA Bubble, and showed the world what he’s made of. Mitchell along with teammate Rudy Gobert became the first NBA players to contract COVID-19, leading to the temporary shutdown of the regular season. Building off remarkable play in his first two years, Mitchell received the recognition he deserved in year three by making his first All-Star game. Toppin, 24, was the eighth overall pick in 2020 and averaged 9.0 points and 3.7 rebounds in 72 games (10 starts) for New York in 2021-22.By Ryan Amick | From the moment Donovan Mitchell first put on a Jazz uniform, he has taken over as the face of the Utah franchise. His five-year career averages include 23.9 points, 4.5 assists and 4.2 boards in 345 games (337 starts) with Utah.įournier, 29, averaged 14.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 80 starts for the Knicks last season. Mitchell averaged 25.9 points, 5.3 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 67 games (all starts) last season. The three-time All-Star is due to make $30.6 million next season. Mitchell, 25, has four years remaining on a five-year, $163 million contract extension he signed in November 2020. The deal is not imminent but the Knicks are said to be “motivated” to make it happen. The Knicks put together a package that included Evan Fournier, Obi Toppin, additional salary contributions and five first-round draft picks (two unprotected), per the report. The New York Knicks recently made a strong trade offer for Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell, The Athletic reported Monday.
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