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elan_prodigy made a special request for quotes from the Thunder forums on Donovan Mitchell. They had a lot of love for our rookie!
https://boxden.com/showthread.php?t=2562355
https://www.welcometoloudcity.com/2...der-vs-jazz-score-2017-westbrook-george-adams
https://forums.realgm.com/boards/viewtopic.php?f=334&t=1651694
Anyone notice Russ getting getting pissed off with Abrines and Adams in that last qtr? He left Adams hanging on a high 5 after exchanging words
-- I think he was a bit embarrassed that Mitchell blew past him twice in a row and lashed out
Mitchell is good. He's going to have a great career. He's doing this in his rookie year against a great defender and great defense overall. Really impressive.
How the f*** is Mitchell a rookie pls
gotta love mitchell swatting at adams in the same manner as a tiny fly does to a majestic water buffalo
Mitchell wants to die apparently. Run into Funaki and have the gall to mouth off to him.
Did Mitchell really get mad at Steven for just standing there? lmao
Mitchell please.. Adams would snap you in half.
Mitchell can't miss. Dude never misses when he plays us. He is pretty good and I bet Denver regrets letting him go. He's a great defender as well.
Jazz have nothing offensively without Mitchell. He is their sole option on that end
Thunder guys really like the kid. After the game was over, a number of them met with Mitchell and spoke to him at length, including Russell Westbrook, who in a rare move for him, had something he wanted to share with the rookie. I imagine it went something like, “Don’t stop...don’t stop...don’t stop beating the eggs until they really start to form soft peaks. That’s where the magic really happens in your souffle.”
OK3 gives love to rookie Donovan Mitchell — including Russell Westbrook, who rarely ever does such a thing.
Trade suggestion .... Their Donovan for our Donovan ?
I wonder what that postgame conversation was between Russ and Mitchell. Very out of the ordinary for russ.
Oh and Donovan Mitchell is the real deal. I can't remember the last time I have seen a true rookie be given the shine for a team trying to make the playoffs and performing this well. Ben Simmons is a red shirt and so was Embiid last season. Mitchell has been as potent as Oladipo has been for Indiana, but he hasn't been in the league for years like Vic has.
Imagine being that good as a rookie that you get 3 different all stars and Raymond Felton swarming you at the end of the game just to encourage you
Its funny, Donovan Mitchell is getting exactly the treatment Hayward always wanted.
I already love him more than my own father
Must feel surreal but also the sheer fact that Russ alone was one of them. It's really rare that he talks to anyone from the opposition after the game and gives props/advice (unless he's mad and trash talking lol).
Russ never talks to opponets this kid is big time in utah
He has that fire and he's relentless like WB. Says a lot that so many vets show him love like that. Kid's going to be a star.
people have compared him to lillard but ive always said hes more westbrook
He's the closest to WB I've ever seen.
Mitchell got that killer instinct just like Russ.
Yep, that kid is playing like an all star already. Fantastic.
What's the over/under on how many years til he's averaging 20 a game?
He's more a D-wade than Russ.
Didnt even think about it when i saw it, but I watch A LOT of thunder games and havent noticed Russ do something like this. Awesome to see
Only time I see him is when we play Houston I'll see Russ go hug Harden
Yes this really stood out to me because Russell doesn't talk to opposing players at all, unless the player is a former OKC and Russ likes him. He choose a rookie to mentor and one hell of a rookie he chose.
wow. I've never seen Russ show props to an opponent ever in his career.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen Russ do this. Jazz you got a special one!
this is cute af, but I laughed hard when PG13 pet him lol
I legit thought they were gonna jump him because of that play where he was going at Adams...
one of the all time greats getting advice from russell westbrook
All of OKC's big 3 immediately going to him after the game tells you all you need to know about Mitchell
Russ doesnt even talk to his ex teammates after games. No one ever, never shakes up or anything. This is real af, Donovan better appreciate it
Donovan Mitchell is a damn stud
this years draft class is unbelievable! From Donovan Mitchell to OG from the Raps to Kyle Kuzma, so many god damn gifted players this year and the tenacity they all display to be better and not backing down is the right way to play.
Mitchell 12-16 for 29 points. Kid can score.
Really nice to see. Also it was all three of then plus Felton coming to him to give him some encouragement. That's honestly gonna be really great for Mitchell.
Made me smile seeing this. I love **** like this.
Paul George actually worked out with Donovan Mitchell before the draft and helped convince Don to stay in the NBA draft instead of staying another year in college. Must be cool for PG13 to see this kid succeed in the NBA so quickly.
Mitchell is getting a LOT of attention from the upper echelon of players in the league. It's really cool to see.
He's humble but he's confident. One of the Jazz beat writers asked him the usual rookie question. "What's does it feel like to step on the court with the guys you grew up watching on tv." Don answered the usual rookie answer and added something like, "They're on the court with me too." Like it wasn't just a one way deal in his mind.
Mitchell is ****ing special. All these vets seem to respect him, I know he absolutely ACED pre-draft interviews. And he's got all the talent he needs. So pissed we skipped him, even though I like Luke Kennard.
Jazz GM basically told Jazz employees that if word gets out how well Mitchell did in workouts for the Jazz, he will murder them, their wives, and children.
This is like Kobe's last season just in reverse. And I am extremely here for it
ROTY no doubt in my mind
This is awesome - I feel like a lot of players in the league like Donovan Mitchell because he wasn’t a high draft pick and is over achievining.
best assist of westbrooks career
Trey Lyles is nice and all but I have a feeling we are really going to regret that trade long term.
Man I want a PG neck caress
Anyone else go into this video thinking Russ was gonna be trash talking? Haha he rarely does **** like this but it was great to see.
Donovan Mitchell is the new community baby of the nba; Everybody likes to take care of him.
Westbrook is a good role model for Mitchell. He's been keep OKC relevant in a smaller market and isn't leaving. He could do the same for Utah.
Mitchell got next. Love seeing veterans show love to the future
Best rookie since Jordan, IDGAF
Laker fans wish they would've taken Mitchell over Lonzo Bust, I'll tell you that much
1, Mitchell
2, Ben Simmons (fading away with team's play tho)
3, Kuzman
4, Tatum
5, Lonzo
Here is the video after the game: https://zodab.com/nba/russell-westbrook-to-donovan-mitchell-dont-stop/
https://boxden.com/showthread.php?t=2562355
https://www.welcometoloudcity.com/2...der-vs-jazz-score-2017-westbrook-george-adams
https://forums.realgm.com/boards/viewtopic.php?f=334&t=1651694
Anyone notice Russ getting getting pissed off with Abrines and Adams in that last qtr? He left Adams hanging on a high 5 after exchanging words
-- I think he was a bit embarrassed that Mitchell blew past him twice in a row and lashed out
Mitchell is good. He's going to have a great career. He's doing this in his rookie year against a great defender and great defense overall. Really impressive.
How the f*** is Mitchell a rookie pls
gotta love mitchell swatting at adams in the same manner as a tiny fly does to a majestic water buffalo
Mitchell wants to die apparently. Run into Funaki and have the gall to mouth off to him.
Did Mitchell really get mad at Steven for just standing there? lmao
Mitchell please.. Adams would snap you in half.
Mitchell can't miss. Dude never misses when he plays us. He is pretty good and I bet Denver regrets letting him go. He's a great defender as well.
Jazz have nothing offensively without Mitchell. He is their sole option on that end
Thunder guys really like the kid. After the game was over, a number of them met with Mitchell and spoke to him at length, including Russell Westbrook, who in a rare move for him, had something he wanted to share with the rookie. I imagine it went something like, “Don’t stop...don’t stop...don’t stop beating the eggs until they really start to form soft peaks. That’s where the magic really happens in your souffle.”
OK3 gives love to rookie Donovan Mitchell — including Russell Westbrook, who rarely ever does such a thing.
Trade suggestion .... Their Donovan for our Donovan ?
I wonder what that postgame conversation was between Russ and Mitchell. Very out of the ordinary for russ.
Oh and Donovan Mitchell is the real deal. I can't remember the last time I have seen a true rookie be given the shine for a team trying to make the playoffs and performing this well. Ben Simmons is a red shirt and so was Embiid last season. Mitchell has been as potent as Oladipo has been for Indiana, but he hasn't been in the league for years like Vic has.
Imagine being that good as a rookie that you get 3 different all stars and Raymond Felton swarming you at the end of the game just to encourage you
- Felton: "stay away from the buffet line"
- PG: "stay away from crazy hoes"
- Melo: "You can spe77 words with numbers if you want"
Its funny, Donovan Mitchell is getting exactly the treatment Hayward always wanted.
I already love him more than my own father
Must feel surreal but also the sheer fact that Russ alone was one of them. It's really rare that he talks to anyone from the opposition after the game and gives props/advice (unless he's mad and trash talking lol).
Russ never talks to opponets this kid is big time in utah
He has that fire and he's relentless like WB. Says a lot that so many vets show him love like that. Kid's going to be a star.
people have compared him to lillard but ive always said hes more westbrook
He's the closest to WB I've ever seen.
- Stop, I can only get so erect
Mitchell got that killer instinct just like Russ.
Yep, that kid is playing like an all star already. Fantastic.
What's the over/under on how many years til he's averaging 20 a game?
He's more a D-wade than Russ.
Didnt even think about it when i saw it, but I watch A LOT of thunder games and havent noticed Russ do something like this. Awesome to see
Only time I see him is when we play Houston I'll see Russ go hug Harden
Yes this really stood out to me because Russell doesn't talk to opposing players at all, unless the player is a former OKC and Russ likes him. He choose a rookie to mentor and one hell of a rookie he chose.
wow. I've never seen Russ show props to an opponent ever in his career.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen Russ do this. Jazz you got a special one!
this is cute af, but I laughed hard when PG13 pet him lol
- Who's a good boy? You are!!
- When he spaced out for a second after he pet him I lost it. Looked like he had a big realisation about life ahaha
I legit thought they were gonna jump him because of that play where he was going at Adams...
- That’s why russ pushed Adams away. Adams was born in the dark. They merely adopted it.
one of the all time greats getting advice from russell westbrook
All of OKC's big 3 immediately going to him after the game tells you all you need to know about Mitchell
Russ doesnt even talk to his ex teammates after games. No one ever, never shakes up or anything. This is real af, Donovan better appreciate it
Donovan Mitchell is a damn stud
this years draft class is unbelievable! From Donovan Mitchell to OG from the Raps to Kyle Kuzma, so many god damn gifted players this year and the tenacity they all display to be better and not backing down is the right way to play.
Mitchell 12-16 for 29 points. Kid can score.
Really nice to see. Also it was all three of then plus Felton coming to him to give him some encouragement. That's honestly gonna be really great for Mitchell.
Made me smile seeing this. I love **** like this.
Paul George actually worked out with Donovan Mitchell before the draft and helped convince Don to stay in the NBA draft instead of staying another year in college. Must be cool for PG13 to see this kid succeed in the NBA so quickly.
Mitchell is getting a LOT of attention from the upper echelon of players in the league. It's really cool to see.
He's humble but he's confident. One of the Jazz beat writers asked him the usual rookie question. "What's does it feel like to step on the court with the guys you grew up watching on tv." Don answered the usual rookie answer and added something like, "They're on the court with me too." Like it wasn't just a one way deal in his mind.
Mitchell is ****ing special. All these vets seem to respect him, I know he absolutely ACED pre-draft interviews. And he's got all the talent he needs. So pissed we skipped him, even though I like Luke Kennard.
Jazz GM basically told Jazz employees that if word gets out how well Mitchell did in workouts for the Jazz, he will murder them, their wives, and children.
This is like Kobe's last season just in reverse. And I am extremely here for it
ROTY no doubt in my mind
This is awesome - I feel like a lot of players in the league like Donovan Mitchell because he wasn’t a high draft pick and is over achievining.
best assist of westbrooks career
Trey Lyles is nice and all but I have a feeling we are really going to regret that trade long term.
Man I want a PG neck caress
Anyone else go into this video thinking Russ was gonna be trash talking? Haha he rarely does **** like this but it was great to see.
Donovan Mitchell is the new community baby of the nba; Everybody likes to take care of him.
Westbrook is a good role model for Mitchell. He's been keep OKC relevant in a smaller market and isn't leaving. He could do the same for Utah.
Mitchell got next. Love seeing veterans show love to the future
Best rookie since Jordan, IDGAF
Laker fans wish they would've taken Mitchell over Lonzo Bust, I'll tell you that much
1, Mitchell
2, Ben Simmons (fading away with team's play tho)
3, Kuzman
4, Tatum
5, Lonzo
Here is the video after the game: https://zodab.com/nba/russell-westbrook-to-donovan-mitchell-dont-stop/
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