It's nothing out of the ordinary to see professional athletes signing apparel for fans. Some patrons would do just about anything to acquire a piece of gear from their favorite player. There is one fan, however, who recently turned down an offer from Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell.

All throughout this season, Mitchell has been giving pieces of his gear to fans inside the various arenas he stops at along the way.

On Wednesday night, the Jazz were in New Orleans for a matchup against the Pelicans. Prior to the 114-104 victory, Mitchell began to prepare some of his gear on the visiting bench. Just behind him sat a young man with his father. Mitchell turned to the boy to offer his shoe, but he respectfully denied the gift — at first.

Article Continues Below
More Utah Jazz News
Collin Sexton in Charlotte Hornets jersey wearing #2 and Jusuf Nurkic in Utah Jazz jersey wearing #27 with a purple background
Grading Hornets-Jazz trade involving Collin Sexton, Jusuf NurkicKris Pursiainen ·
image thumbnail
Jazz rumors: Utah seeking Jordan Clarkson trade, but there’s a catchJedd Pagaduan ·
Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) handles the ball against Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) during the second half at Spectrum Center.
Hornets acquire Collin Sexton from Jazz for Jusuf NurkicTroy Finnegan ·
Ace Bailey stands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the fifth pick by the Utah Jazz in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center.
Ace Bailey gym video sparks buzz after rookie’s Jazz arrivalRichard Pereira ·
Jazz's Ace Bailey arrives before the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center
Jazz’s Ace Bailey officially lands in Utah before Summer LeagueJosue Pavon ·
image thumbnail
Kendrick Perkins slams ‘vultures’ in Ace Bailey Jazz sagaMatty Breisch ·

According to Jazz sideline reporter Kristen Kenney, the young fan actually took the shoe in the end. It seems he was a bit nervous.

Mitchell had a solid outing against the Pelicans. In 33 minutes of action, the former University of Louisville standout racked up 22 points on 10-of-18 shooting form the field (2-of-4 from beyond the arc), seven rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block. Derrick Favors added 25 points, while Rudy Gobert finished with 22 points and 13 rebounds.

Mitchell and the Jazz will be back in action on Friday night, when they'll travel to Memphis for a matchup against the Grizzlies. Tip-off inside FedExForum is set for 8:00 p.m. ET.