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Cavs have a Donovan Mitchell problem heading into Game 7 vs. Raptors
TL;DR
The Cleveland Cavaliers face a crucial Game 7 against the Toronto Raptors, with Donovan Mitchell's recent performance raising concerns. If Mitchell continues to struggle, the Cavaliers could be in jeopardy of elimination.
Key points
- Cleveland Cavaliers face Toronto Raptors in Game 7
- Donovan Mitchell's recent performance is under scrutiny
- Cavaliers risk elimination if Mitchell does not improve
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Right now, Donovan Mitchell is proving the haters right.
Mitchell has been known as a guy who, despite incredible playoff scoring numbers, has never made a deep run.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing a do-or-die Game 7 on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. And if they get the version of Mitchell they've gotten for the past four games, they might be in trouble.
Mitchell didn't have a positive plus/minus in Game 3, or Game 4, or Game 5, or Game 6.
The Cavs have been minus-35 combined across those four games with Mitchell on the floor.
It's simply not a rate that you can win with when the guy in question is supposed to be your best player.
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Mitchell and James Harden are both trying to turn their negative postseason narratives around, but right now, they're not showing that they can do that.
Q&A
What are Donovan Mitchell's playoff performance issues?
Donovan Mitchell has impressive playoff scoring numbers but has struggled to lead his team to deep playoff runs.
What is at stake for the Cavaliers in Game 7 against the Raptors?
The Cavaliers must win Game 7 to avoid elimination and continue their playoff journey.
How has Donovan Mitchell performed in the last four games?
Mitchell's performance in the last four games has been concerning, contributing to worries about the Cavaliers' chances in Game 7.