Donovan Mitchell Returns, Leads Jazz To Opening 10-0 Run Against Nets

SALT LAKE CITY – Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell returned from a multi-week absence and helped Utah open on a 10-0 run against the Brooklyn Nets.

The Jazz hosted the Nets at Vivint Arena on Friday, February 4.

During the first 2:13 of game time, Mitchell’s impact on Utah’s offense was immediately felt after being out of the lineup since mid-January.

The Louisville product led the Jazz on a 10-0 scoring run to start the game.

Mitchell scored or assisted on every point during the burst.

back and dishin' 🍛#TakeNote | @spidadmitchell pic.twitter.com/gETtKXqwaZ

— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) February 5, 2022

The run forced Brooklyn to call timeout only 1:47 into the game.

After the 10-0 run, Mitchell had five points on 1-1 field goals. He also went 2-2 on free throws.

Mitchell added two assists during his opening minutes of action.

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— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) February 5, 2022

Mitchell last played on January 17.

He missed Utah’s last eight games due to a concussion. During Mitchell’s recovery and absence from the court, the Jazz posted a 2-6 record, including a five-game losing streak.

This season, Mitchell is averaging 25.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per contest.

Donovan Mitchell scored or assisted on the @utahjazz first 12 points.

(Technically Royce O'Neale hit a free-throw on a Mitchell assisted and-one.)

— Ben Anderson (@BensHoops) February 5, 2022

Utah’s game against Brooklyn is broadcast on AT&T SportsNet, NBA League Pass, and The Zone Sports Network.

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