Donovan Mitchell has just sealed a massive deal! 🎉 The Cleveland Cavaliers and their star shooting guard agreed on a three-year, $150.3 million contract extension, which includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. According to ESPN reports on Tuesday, the Cavs are locking in their top scorer for the long haul. 🏀💰
Before his new contract kicks in, Mitchell will earn $35.4 million in the 2024-25 season. And that's not all! In 2027, he'll be eligible for a five-year designated veteran extension worth over $380 million. 🤑 Talk about securing the bag!
Since joining the Cavaliers in 2022, Mitchell has been on fire, averaging 27.5 points and 5.2 assists per game. 🚀 The team has made the playoffs in the past two seasons, and this year, they broke through by advancing out of the Eastern Conference first round after a thrilling 4-3 series win against the Orlando Magic. Mitchell was clutch, dropping 89 points in the final two games! 🔥
Mitchell's performance has earned him five straight NBA All-Star selections since 2020 and a spot on the All-NBA Second Team in 2023. Despite rumors swirling about his future in Cleveland, he's shown he's all in with the Cavs. 💯
Cavs fans, get ready! With Mitchell committed, the future looks bright in Cleveland. 🙌 Time to chase those championship dreams! 🏆
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Donovan Mitchell agrees to 3-year, $150.3 million deal with Cavaliers
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