History of Donovan Mitchell in Timeline

Donovan Mitchell, nicknamed "Spida", is an American professional basketball player currently with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Drafted into the NBA in 2017, he played for the Utah Jazz from 2017 to 2022. Mitchell is a six-time NBA All-Star and a two-time All-NBA Team selection, marking him as a prominent player in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Michael Jordan wears number 45

In 1995, Michael Jordan took the number 45 during his baseball career and the early part of his NBA comeback, which inspired Donovan Mitchell to wear the same number.

September 7, 1996: Donovan Mitchell Jr. was born

On September 7, 1996, Donovan Mitchell Jr. was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2010: Present at LeBron James' Decision Announcement

In 2010, Donovan Mitchell was present at the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich when LeBron James announced his decision to sign with the Miami Heat.

2015: Jordan Brand Classic Regional Game Invitation

In 2015, Donovan Mitchell was invited to play in the regional game for the Jordan Brand Classic and committed to the University of Louisville.

2016: Cavaliers with Multiple 40-Point Scorers

In 2016, during Game 5 of the NBA Finals, the Cavaliers had multiple 40-point scorers with LeBron James and Kyrie Irving.

July 5, 2017: Signed with the Utah Jazz

On July 5, 2017, Donovan Mitchell signed a four-year rookie scale contract with the Utah Jazz.

July 11, 2017: Signed Shoe Deal with Adidas and Summer League Debut

On July 11, 2017, Donovan Mitchell signed a multi-year shoe deal with Adidas and scored 37 points in the NBA Summer League.

October 18, 2017: NBA Debut

On October 18, 2017, Donovan Mitchell made his NBA debut, registering 10 points and four assists against the Denver Nuggets.

December 1, 2017: Career-High 41 Points

On December 1, 2017, Donovan Mitchell scored a career-high 41 points in a win over the New Orleans Pelicans, setting a Jazz rookie scoring record.

December 2017: Western Conference Rookie of the Month

In December 2017, Donovan Mitchell was named the Western Conference Rookie of the Month after averaging 23.1 points per game.

2017: Declared for the NBA Draft

In 2017, Donovan Mitchell declared for the NBA draft after his sophomore season.

2017: All-Conference Honors and NBA All-Rookie Team

In 2017, Donovan Mitchell earned first-team all-conference honors in the ACC and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

2017: Drafted to the NBA and Acquired by the Utah Jazz

In 2017, Donovan Mitchell was drafted in the first round of the NBA draft and then acquired by the Utah Jazz.

January 4, 2018: Named Western Conference Rookie of the Month for December 2017

On January 4, 2018, Mitchell was named the Western Conference Rookie of the Month for December 2017 after averaging 23.1 points.

January 15, 2018: Surpassed Franchise Record

On January 15, 2018, Donovan Mitchell surpassed Karl Malone's franchise record for most 20+ points games during a rookie season with his 19th such game.

February 2, 2018: Second 40-Point Game

On February 2, 2018, Donovan Mitchell recorded his second 40-point game of his rookie season against the Phoenix Suns.

February 5, 2018: NBA Slam Dunk Contest

On February 5, 2018, Donovan Mitchell won the 2018 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

March 1, 2018: Western Conference Rookie of the month for the third time

On March 1, 2018, Mitchell was named as the Western Conference Rookie of the month for the third time.

May 22, 2018: NBA All-Rookie First Team

On May 22, 2018, Donovan Mitchell was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

October 24, 2018: Season-High 38 Points

On October 24, 2018, Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 38 points in a win over the Houston Rockets.

2018: NBA Slam Dunk Contest Winner

In 2018, Donovan Mitchell won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

January 25, 2019: First Double-Double of the Season

On January 25, 2019, Donovan Mitchell recorded his first double-double of the season, with 24 points and 11 assists, in a victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

October 23, 2019: Season Opening Performance

On October 23, 2019, Donovan Mitchell opened the 2019-20 season with 32 points and 12 assists in a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

January 16, 2020: Tied Career-High 46 Points

On January 16, 2020, Donovan Mitchell tied his career-high with 46 points in an overtime loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

March 11, 2020: Tested Positive for COVID-19

On March 11, 2020, Donovan Mitchell tested positive for COVID-19, which led to the NBA suspending its season.

August 17, 2020: Playoff Career High

On August 17, 2020, Mitchell scored 57 points in a playoff game loss to the Nuggets.

February 23, 2021: Named Western Conference All-Star Reserve

On February 23, 2021, Donovan Mitchell was named a Western Conference reserve for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, marking his second consecutive All-Star selection.

February 3, 2022: Named Western Conference All-Star Reserve

On February 3, 2022, Donovan Mitchell was named a Western Conference reserve for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, marking his third consecutive All-Star selection.

September 1, 2022: Traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers

On September 1, 2022, Donovan Mitchell was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2022: Played for Utah Jazz until 2022

In 2022, Donovan Mitchell ended his time playing for Utah Jazz.

2022: Traded to the Cavaliers

In 2022, Donovan Mitchell was traded from the Jazz to the Cavaliers.

January 2, 2023: Mitchell Scores 71 Points

On January 2, 2023, Donovan Mitchell achieved a career-high and Cavaliers-record 71 points in a 145–134 overtime victory against the Chicago Bulls. He also had eight rebounds and 11 assists. This performance marked the highest-scoring game by an NBA player since Kobe Bryant's 81-point game in 2006, and made Mitchell the seventh player in NBA history to score 70 or more points in a game, also being the first to do so with at least 10 assists.

March 3, 2024: Mitchell Fractures Nose

On March 3, 2024, Donovan Mitchell fractured his nose after an accidental elbow from teammate Tristan Thompson.

July 7, 2024: Mitchell Signs Contract Extension

On July 7, 2024, Donovan Mitchell signed a three-year, $150.3 million contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

January 25, 2025: Mitchell Named All-Star Starter

On January 25, 2025, Donovan Mitchell was named an Eastern Conference starter for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, marking his sixth consecutive selection and second time as a starter.