“He could not really see out of his left eye,” Donovan Mitchell expressed, shedding light on his recent injury that forced him to miss a game against the Chicago Bulls.
The Cleveland Cavaliers star suffered a bruised left eye due to a collision with teammate Evan Mobley during practice. This injury became apparent when Mitchell played through it in a previous game against the Milwaukee Bucks, where he managed to score 19 points despite shooting just 4 of 14.
After the incident, Mitchell’s left eye was visibly bloodshot, prompting concerns about his condition. Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson noted that Mitchell had been experiencing issues with blurry vision, emphasizing the need for caution.
Mitchell was initially listed as questionable for the game against the Bulls but was ultimately downgraded to out just before tipoff. The Cavaliers faced the Bulls without their leading scorer, losing the game 115-110, which left a noticeable void in their wing rotation.
Despite this setback, there is some good news for Cavaliers fans. Mitchell is expected to be available for the next game against the New Orleans Pelicans after just one game on the sidelines. This season, he has been a key player for the Cavaliers, averaging 28.0 points, 5.9 assists, and 4.5 rebounds on 48% shooting.
In addition to Mitchell’s absence, the Cavaliers were also missing center Jarrett Allen, who has now missed seven consecutive games due to right knee tendinitis. The team is navigating a challenging period with only 13 games left in the regular season before the playoffs begin.
The Cavaliers also announced that guard Craig Porter Jr. would be out for one to three weeks with a left groin injury, adding to their injury woes.
As the Cavaliers continue their push for the playoffs, the health of their key players will be crucial. Fans are hopeful that Mitchell’s eye will clear up soon, allowing him to return to the court and contribute to the team’s success.
