Donovan Mitchell’s Late-Season Surge: Is He the Dark Horse MVP the NBA Overlooked?

Is Donovan Mitchell simply having a hot streak, or is he quietly carving out a case for MVP honors that’s impossible to ignore? Sunday’s showdown at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse had “Spida” weaving through the Clippers’ defense like a seasoned magician — draining threes, snapping pin-point passes, and dominating the paint with a fierce tenacity that left fans and foes alike shaking their heads. With 37 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and a near-flawless efficiency, Mitchell isn’t just scoring; he’s orchestrating a symphony of basketball brilliance. Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson’s awe-struck “insane” barely scratches the surface of the control and poise this guy exhibits night after night. Sure, the spotlight’s often on his scoring, but it’s his playmaking—the alley-oops, court vision, and leadership—that signals he’s not just in his prime, he’s redefining it. Could this be the year Mitchell truly cements himself among the league’s elite, forcing the MVP conversation to take notice? Time—and more jaw-dropping performances—will tell. LEARN MORE.