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Cavs’ Mitchell: ‘I Don’t Ever Want To Wear Another Uniform’

When Donovan Mitchell was traded to Cleveland in 2022, there was widespread skepticism that he’d be eager to commit to the Cavaliers long-term. But Mitchell has signed a pair of contract extensions since then and told Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 11:07 PM
Cavs’ Mitchell: ‘I Don’t Ever Want To Wear Another Uniform’
Key Things to Know
  • Donovan Mitchell stated he never wants to play for another NBA team besides the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • Mitchell signed a four-year maximum contract extension with Cleveland that runs through at least 2029/30.
  • The guard expressed hopes of winning a title in Cleveland and having his number 45 retired.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Cleveland Cavaliers star guard Donovan Mitchell expressed his desire to finish his career in Cleveland, stating he never wants to wear another uniform. Ahead of the 2026/27 season, Mitchell told Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com that his goal is to bring a championship to the franchise and eventually have his number 45 jersey retired in the rafters.

Mitchell reaffirmed his dedication to the Cavaliers by signing a four-year maximum contract extension that runs through at least the 2029/30 season, featuring a player option for 2030/31. The agreement followed a sweep by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals, after which Mitchell reiterated his satisfaction with the organization and life in Cleveland.

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