Over the past few months, there has been a growing belief that Donovan Mitchell was destined to break up with the Utah Jazz. Although the Jazz have been a top-4 team in the West, fans do not believe Mitchell will stay with the Jazz, with some reports suggesting he will join the Heat or Knicks.
Recently, Mitchell was interviewed by Chris Haynes at Yahoo Sports. The 3-time All-Star guard said he had taken note of the rumors. While Mitchell didn't refute the rumors, he said his job was focused on helping the Jazz win games.
"I think I've reached the point where I've satisfied myself," Mitchell told Yahoo Sports. "I saw these articles and I wasn't too nervous about it. I don't think about it. Because for me, it's about how we win. If we win the championship, then no one will say. ”
"Whatever I say, or don't say, there's going to be someone to discuss, because it's always been that way. I've always been that person. I'm happy right now and just keep looking for ways to win.
Last season, the Utah Jazz achieved the best record in the West, but they unfortunately fell in the second round of the playoffs. Since then, the team has been labeled a "pseudo-strong team" and lacks a way to win at key moments.
This season, despite the Jazz's record is outstanding, few people think they are really big favorites to win the championship. They still have a lot to prove. For Mitchell, the only thing he has to do now is lead the team to victory and prove that he and his team deserve the same respect as other elite teams.