Mitchell Apologizes For Collision With Fan

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Although most of the action inside an NBA game takes places inside the lines, sometimes the fans do become a part of the action.

During the Utah Jazz’s win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell left into the crowd after a loose ball. In the process, he collided with Jazz fan Ilana Anderson.

With a foot wrapped in ice by the arena staff, Anderson made a trip to the hospital, where her father, Shawn, documented the ordeal on Twitter.

Coolest injury ever! Courtside on the receiving end of a Donovan Mitchell save. @spidadmitchell @utahjazz Jazz won! pic.twitter.com/Ny3QipOnDp

— Shawn Anderson (@ShawnRAnderson) December 20, 2018

Waiting for xrays. Thanks @utahjazz staff for your quick help in getting her foot wrapped and iced. Waiting for status. Have a feeling all is well. pic.twitter.com/Dulgyc7PFi

— Shawn Anderson (@ShawnRAnderson) December 20, 2018

Luckily for everyone involved, she was not hurt, other than a few sprains and bruises.

Mitchell took notice and offered to send Anderson a jersey and pair of shoes.

I’m glad you are okay! Thanks for helping me out 😂😂! I got you with a jersey and shoes for sure 💯💯🙏🏾🙏🏾 https://t.co/1aSBLuRZr9

— Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) December 20, 2018

“I apologized for starters,” said Mitchell during shootaround prior to Friday’s game at Portland. “I be like I appreciate you breaking my fall, I appreciate you sacrificing yourself for the Jazz. That won’t go unnoticed. I think everyone’s taken note on what she’s done.”

Mitchell concluded his apology by thanking Anderson and saying that the gift package is on the way.