The Cleveland Cavaliers have been the standout team of the 2024-25 NBA season so far, kicking things off with an impressive undefeated run. Their winning streak seemed likely to continue as they faced a Philadelphia 76ers team missing key players Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George.
Despite the 76ers’ depleted roster, they made it a challenging night for the undefeated Cavaliers. In a back-and-forth contest through most of the game, Donovan Mitchell stepped up when it mattered most. After struggling with his shooting earlier, Mitchell scored 11 points in the final minutes, including a clutch step-back three that left 76ers rookie Jared McCain on the floor, securing the win for Cleveland.
After Mitchell’s hot streak sealed the game, fans on social media were left in awe of the Cavs superstar’s clutch performance.
“Donovan Mitchell has literally taken over this game. By himself. All alone. To put the game away. Superstar,” one fan tweeted. Another added, “Let’s start the Donovan Mitchell is the best SG discussion.”
Mitchell has firmly placed himself in the conversation for the best shooting guard this season. In addition to guiding the Cavaliers to multiple victories, he’s averaging nearly 24 points per game, despite not yet hitting his peak shooting form. However, when the game is on the line, Mitchell has consistently stepped up, delivering time and time again in clutch moments.
Wednesday’s game perfectly captured the essence of Mitchell’s season. While his shooting wasn’t efficient for much of the night, he stepped up in the crucial moments, helping the Cavs secure the win. Mitchell finished with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and nine assists on 9-for-21 shooting, just one assist shy of his first career triple-double.
With this win, the Cavaliers are now 13-0, and they have two winnable games ahead against the Chicago Bulls and the Charlotte Hornets. If they secure victories in both, they will set up a highly anticipated matchup with the Boston Celtics on November 19 in NBA Cup action.
