“Drug test him immediately” – Fans in disbelief over Donovan Mitchell’s 360 layup during Cavaliers’ 12-0 run
Donovan Mitchell performed an incredible acrobatic 360-layup causing fans to go wild as the Cavaliers extended their win streak to 12-0.
Donovan Mitchell performs an acrobatic 360-layup
Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers may never lose. The Cavaliers continued their unbeaten streak to start the NBA season with a 119-113 win over the Chicago Bulls. The team has improved to a 12-0 record to start the season, the best start to a season since the historic 73-9 Golden State Warriors.
However, as the team clinched its 12th victory, the highlight of the game was Mitchell’s acrobatic display. During the second quarter of the Cavaliers’ win, Donovan Mitchell pulled off one of the most remarkable plays of the season.
Just days after Ja Morant’s incredible athletic efforts, Mitchell performed a similar acrobatic effort. As Evan Mobley gathered an offensive rebound after Mitchell’s missed three, the 6’3″ guard cut through the lane to finish at the rim with an incredible 360 layup.
Spida 360 SPINS for the lay ?️ pic.twitter.com/UnDZCeqeHq
— NBA TV (@NBATV) November 12, 2024
The Bulls defenders and the crowd were left stunned at Donovan Mitchell’s athletic feat. He spun through the air to finish the layup off a quick pass from Mobley. Spida didn’t just stop there, though. He continued his offensive onslaught, finishing the match with a game-high 36 points and 4 steals while draining 7 three-pointers.
Another look at @spidadmitchell's TOUGH bucket ? https://t.co/8vEWdYl9sZ pic.twitter.com/8u2cpHu9EJ
— NBA TV (@NBATV) November 12, 2024
Throughout the first 12 games of the season, Mitchell has been on a tear. He has averaged 23.7 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.4 rebounds with a true shooting of 59.9%. Those are remarkable numbers, and Mitchell has achieved them while averaging just under 31 minutes per game.
Mitchell’s leadership and clutch performances have propelled the Cavs to become the best team in the league, and Mitchell to the top 5 in the NBA’s MVP leaderboard.
Fans go wild over Donovan Mitchell’s acrobatic layup
Donovan Mitchell has provided a number of signature highlights throughout his career and in this season itself. Spida has been known for his acrobatic efforts and his sharpshooting heroics.
However, his latest athletic feat has fans in disbelief. Some fans humorously called for Mitchell to be drug tested by the NBA for his sudden athletic burst. Other fans remained in awe at the Cavaliers’ dominant win streak.
Here are some of the fan reactions:
NBA needs to drug test Donovan Mitchell IMMEDIATELY pic.twitter.com/3cA5xU2Gmz
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) November 12, 2024
MANS IS COOKING pic.twitter.com/UBU1vAXBsO
— Xander (@baltimore465) November 12, 2024
Hes just that good man
— Shawn (@BeSmoothShawn) November 12, 2024
SPIDA makes it look easy! @spidadmitchell ?️?️ https://t.co/LnufYJBkjx
— adidas Basketball (@adidasHoops) November 12, 2024
He’s athletic asf lol ur surprised by this????
— Katie ❤️ | Top 0.79%? | Free OF ? (@thaofficialkat) November 12, 2024
Donovan Mitchell’s been like this.
— Adebola ? (@Adebola1000) November 12, 2024
They might beat the 73-9 warriors record.
(And as I’ve spoken it into existence, let my bad luck prevail and make them lose their next 20 games) ? https://t.co/htT6pY9KCi
Not just fans, but global sports powerhouse Adidas also commented on Donovan Mitchell’s incredible feat. Mitchell is one of the signature athletes for Adidas, with the latest edition in his signature shoe line dropping recently.
The Cavaliers will hope to continue their unbeaten streak on Tuesday night. They will face off against an undermanned Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, with hopes of extending their record start to the season.
Armaan Gupta
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