Kenny Atkinson isn’t concerned about Donovan Mitchell’s scoring numbers

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson stated he is not concerned about Donovan Mitchell taking fewer shots this season. Mitchell is attempting four fewer shots per contest, but Atkinson emphasized that Mitchell's primary objective is elevating teammates and creating plays for others rather than focusing on personal field goal attempts.

Writer Jackson Flickinger notes that while Mitchell has seen slight decreases in drives and free-throw rates, his efficiency remains strong with an effective field-goal percentage of 57.4 percent. The Cavaliers are prioritizing Mitchell's playmaking balance, pointing to high-assist performances against the Oklahoma City Thunder and Washington Wizards as positive blueprints for the team.