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Phoenix Suns point guard Ricky Rubio texted Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell “Welcome to FIBA” after Team USA defeated Turkey on Tuesday by just one point. Rubio is the staring point guard for Spain. He was teammates with Mitchell on Jazz for the past two seasons, so the two have a close relationship. Team […]

Team USA faced off against the Czech Republic on Sunday in their first matchup in the group stage of the 2019 FIBA World Cup in China. After defeating the Czechs 88-67, first-time head coach Gregg Popovich brought his patented quick wit with reporters overseas, teasing a member of the media. Answering a question about his impression […]

Team USA kicked off their FIBA World Cup campaign with an easy victory over the Czech Republic, as the Americans cruised to an 88-67 win in the opener on Sunday. Utah Jazz stud Donovan Mitchell led the way for the Red, White, and Blue, logging a team-high 16 points on a very efficient 7-of-11 shooting, […]

Donovan Mitchell continues to get brownie points from Team USA players and coaching staff as the FIBA World Cup gets underway in China. This time, Milwaukee Bucks star Khris Middleton heaped praise on the Utah Jazz guard. In an interview with Brian Windhorst of ESPN, Middleton expressed how Mitchell stepped up in a time that […]

Boston Celtics All-Star point guard Kemba Walker believes Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is “a natural-born leader.” Walker and Mitchell have been starting together in the backcourt for Team USA. The new Celtics point guard says the sky is the limit for Mitchell, who has embraced a leadership role on Team USA. “You wouldn’t […]

Every season in the NBA, there are a few guys who make the leap from being a very good player to an elite player in the league, and Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz has a chance to be one of those elite few this upcoming season. In order to reach that elite status, Mitchell […]

Donovan Mitchell is arguably the most important player for the Utah Jazz. The Spida’s athleticism and crafty methods of scoring got him a spot on Team USA. But while other coaches are worrying whether their players will come back to them in top shape or injured, Quin Snyder had nothing but positive things to say […]

Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell needs to take a major leap next season if the Jazz want to become legitimate championship contenders. Mitchell realizes that he has to be a better leader for Utah on and off the court. “Whether it’s vocally, off the floor in the hotel room with the guys, or on the […]

Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is understandably excited about the team’s slam dunk offseason in which they obtained point guard Mike Conley and sweet-shooting swingman Bojan Bogdanovic, among many other moves. Speaking with Andy Larsen of the Salt Lake Tribune, the 22-year-old believes that the mere presence of both players opens up the floor […]

Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell has made a name for himself in a relatively short period of time. Now entering his third season of service in the league, the former Louisville Cardinal says he’s looking to elevate his defensive game. Mitchell joined Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake City Tribune after Team USA’s exhibition […]

Sports fans love it when top athletes of different sports show camaraderie and support each other. The latest duo to jump on this wholesome trend is Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley and Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell. During a recent press conference for the Rams, the former Georgia Bulldog surprised everyone in the […]

After a shocking loss to Australia, Team USA performed better in Monday’s exhibition tilt against Canada ahead of the FIBA World Cup. Boston Celtics youngster Jaylen Brown led the way with 19 points in an 84-68 victory, a game in the Americans’ control throughout. While Brown was terrific, there were several other highlight-reel plays, including […]

Team USA won their first two exhibition matches before suffering a stunning defeat at the hands of Australia on Saturday, and according to Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell, it made them realize that the upcoming FIBA World Cup is going to be really tough. “The main thing we learned is that this is a dogfight” […]

FOX Sports radio host Doug Gottlieb shared a polarizing opinion on Twitter Saturday night in the wake of Andrew Luck’s decision to suddenly retire at the age of 29, and Utah Jazz star guard Donovan Mitchell defended the retiring Indianapolis Colts quarterback. Luck is retiring due to the physical pain and mental tax associated with […]

Team USA lost its exhibition game to Australia on Saturday night in Melbourne by a final score of 98-94. Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell says while it’s always tough to lose, an exhibition loss doesn’t mean anything in the long run. “To be honest, this game doesn’t mean anything,” Mitchell said, via Eric Nehm […]

Team USA found itself in a dogfight at halftime against Australia in the first of two exhibition games this week at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. The Americans led by just one point at the break, but then they flexed their muscles in the third quarter, outscoring the Boomers 32-18 in the frame to cruise to […]

Team USA had all the reasons to be happy after winning the first of their two exhibition games against Australia on Thursday. The Americans beat the Boomers 102-86 to gain some much-needed momentum as they continue to prepare for the FIBA World Cup. After the game, some of the players poked fun at each other, […]

Team USA has named Kemba Walker, Marcus Smart and Donovan Mitchell as its captains. Walker and Mitchell have been starting together in the backcourt for Team USA, while Smart has yet to play after suffering a calf injury in training camp in Las Vegas. However, Gregg Popovich seems to like the leadership qualities Smart has. […]

Team USA is now 2-0 in exhibition matches after an impressive 102-86 win against the Australian Boomers on Thursday. There were a lot of highlights for the Americans in this game, including this emphatic rejection by Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell off the backboard: This block is filthy, @spidadmitchell 😤 pic.twitter.com/GqgaIeTepJ — NBA on ESPN […]

Team USA moved up to 2-0 in exhibition games after racing past Australia on Thursday with a 102-86 win in Melbourne. Donovan Mitchell and Kemba Walker were able to see a wave of faces in the crowd, including actor Russell Crowe at a sold-out Marvel Stadium. Mitchell for one, was proud about how the Americans […]

Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox shocked his Team USA counterparts during his brief participation with USA Basketball before he withdrew from the team. The 21-year-old did, however, leave a lasting impression as one of the fastest players to take the court. Fellow USA teammates Kemba Walker and Donovan Mitchell were among the first to […]

Utah Jazz forward Joe Ingles couldn’t help but clown on Donovan Mitchell, adding salt to the wound left by Rudy Gobert’s warning as the 2019 FIBA World Cup looms closer. The Aussie wing prompted he might just get his first dunk over another player if Mitchell is in the wrong spot during one of Team […]

In a rare bit of footage, San Antonio Spurs and Team USA head coach Gregg Popovich was recently caught on film exhibiting his rather impressive basketball skills. This brief clip of the 70-year-old veteran head coach casually sinking a mid-range jumper is being brought to us courtesy of Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell. Coach Pop […]

After a stellar rookie campaign wherein he came very close to taking Rookie of the Year honors, much was expected from Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell entering his second year in the league. The 22-year-old certainly did not disappoint, as he came out hot off the gates and would never look back. It was as […]

Kyle Kuzma was feeling good about his OOTD and decided to post a mirror selfie on Instagram. Unfortunately for the Los Angeles Lakers forward, he gets roasted by some of his friends. His new Lakers teammate Anthony Davis sarcastically asked him what he had on. He also drew some flak from some of his Team […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ stubborn insistence that Anthony Davis won’t play major minutes at center this season complicates matters for his teammates and coaching staff, especially in wake of a torn ACL that will rob DeMarcus Cousins of an opportunity to re-stake his claim as one of the league’s most dynamic big men. Offensively, it’s […]

Following a eyebrow-raising defeat a couple of days ago in a highly-publicized scrimmage match, Team USA quickly made amends by securing a 90-81 victory against Spain in another tune-up game. Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell was Team USA’s main man, as he led the squad to a much-needed victory with 13 points and four rebounds […]

PJ Tucker has spent most of his summer training with the USA Men’s Basketball Team. The Houston Rockets forward recently spoke highly about the squad’s 2017 draft class members Jayson Tatum, De’Aaron Fox, and Donovan Mitchell. “Honestly, I swear all these guys are better than I realized,” Tucker said Thursday, per the team. “It is […]

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has been turning heads at USA Basketball’s training camp this summer. After the withdrawal of some of the NBA’s biggest stars, Mitchell took the opportunity to step up and show team USA what he can do. Thanks to his excellent showing so far, he’s virtually a lock to make the […]

Before Team USA training camp started in Las Vegas, Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder told Donovan Mitchell to “be a sponge” around Team USA coach Gregg Popovich. Mitchell followed Snyder’s orders, as he’s been taking notes from Popovich nonstop. The Jazz shooting guard is eager to learn from one of the best basketball coaches […]

Donovan Mitchell finally returned fire after a back-and-forth between he and Utah Jazz teammate Rudy Gobert appeared to cease after the Frenchman sent a warning shot for his younger counterpart earlier this month. Gobert warned that if his native France was to meet Team USA at some point during the upcoming FIBA 2019 World Cup, […]

For Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell, having a chance to represent the country is an honor. However, apart from vying for a spot on the final 12-man roster, he’s also taking this opportunity to foster his relationship with De’Aaron Fox, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. Mitchell shared that he, Fox, Tatum and Brown go far […]

Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell praises Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma for the improved defense he has shown in the Team USA training camp. Per Allen Sliwa of ESPN, Mitchell gave Lakers fans something to be excited about. He pointed out that Kuzma is becoming a better defender and has been taking a conscious […]

Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is ready for Joe Ingles’ antics when Team USA and Australia meet next week. USA and Australia meet next week for a FIBA World Cup exhibition game. Via Peter Mitchell of 7news.com.au: Mitchell is prepared for plenty of Ingles’ legendary trash talk and cheeky play. “He’s always grabbing at […]

Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell claims his franchise has offered its full support upon choosing to partake in Team USA’s quest for a gold medal in the upcoming FIBA 2019 World Cup. USA Basketball saw a slew of players — more than half of the original 20 invited to take part in the experience […]

The 2019-20 NBA campaign is still two months away, but we already know the prime candidates for the MVP award. Your Kawhi Leonards, Giannis Antetokounmpos, James Hardens, that sort of thing. But there are some players who you wouldn’t normally consider to be top MVP candidates who actually do have a shot of winning the […]

USA Basketball is finally rounding up its roster after the recent wave of events have left a lean number of players left in contention for the final 12 spots heading into the FIBA 2019 World Cup in China. Recent cuts saw Chicago Bulls forward Thaddeus Young and Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo hit the road, […]

Though they’ve only been teammates for a short while, recently acquired Utah Jazz point guard Mike Conley is already impressed with Donovan Mitchell’s willingness to learn. Conley, who was traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Jazz in June, recently joined Alex Kennedy of HoopsHype for a wide-ranging interview. Amid their discussion, Conley noted his […]

Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell thinks he can take another step forward on the defensive end for Team USA. Because USA has so many talented scorers, Mitchell won’t have to focus on scoring the ball like he does with the Jazz. The high-flyer, eager to become an elite two-way player, wants to impact the […]