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Donovan Mitchell had a historic night in Cleveland when he scored an astounding 71 points. Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 145-134 victory over the Chicago Bulls. During the final moments of the fourth quarter, it seemed like the Cavs were about to lose with a score of 130-128. Thankfully, Mitchell's hot hand saved the day, sending the game into overtime and winning the game.
This amazing performance by Cleveland's newest star has both set new records and broken old ones. But what in particular has Donovan Mitchell accomplished after reaching a new milestone?
Looking at three records Donovan Mitchell set and broke in his historic performance
#1 First player to have 70 points and 10 assists
After Donovan Mitchell scored a career-high 71 points, not only did he set the bar for himself but for the entire league as well. Mitchell is currently the only player in NBA history to have scored at least 70 points while dishing out 10 assists in a game. "Spida" put up 71 points, 11 assists, eight rebounds, and one block against the Chicago Bulls.
#2 Dethroning King James and Uncle Drew in most points as a Cavalier
Kyrie Irving and LeBron James are two of the greatest players to ever suit up for the Cleveland Cavaliers. During their time with the squad, both players have set records that no other Cavs player can beat. However, that all changed when a player of Mitchell's caliber came into "The Land".
"Uncle Drew" and "King" James both held the record for most points scored in franchise history. The two Cavs legends are tied at 57 points. "Spida" now holds the record for scoring 71 points in a game, eclipsing both Kyrie and LeBron.
#3 Chicago Bulls' biggest threat
Donovan Mitchell beating Kyrie Irving and LeBron James' record is a pretty huge deal. But what's even bigger is the fact that Mitchell also beat one of the OG all-time greats, Wilt Chamberlain.
"Spida" now holds the record for the most scored points against the Chicago Bulls. It was previously held by Chamberlain who scored 68 points against the Bulls in 1967.
