Newest Cavs star Mitchell gets warm welcome in Cleveland

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September 14, 2022 8:15 PM

Published September 14, 2022 4:20 PM

By TOM WITHERS
AP Sports Writer

CLEVELAND (AP) — Donovan Mitchell knows what it must have been like for LeBron James in Cleveland. The Cavaliers’ newest acquisition was introduced by the team and received a warm welcome from fans on Wednesday. The three-time All-Star guard said he expected to be traded to his hometown New York Knicks this summer, but is thrilled to be joining a young Cavs team with promise. Cleveland barely missed the playoffs last season but expects to make the postseason this season and beyond with the 26-year-old Mitchell.

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