Rick Pitino Explains Why He Hopes Donovan Mitchell Scores ‘75 Points A Game’ Vs. The Knicks
Rick Pitino expressed his admiration for Donovan Mitchell while also supporting the New York Knicks. He humorously stated that he hopes Mitchell scores 75 points per game, but still wants the Knicks to win. The upcoming Eastern Conference Finals will see the Cavaliers face the Knicks, with Pitino acknowledging the talent on both sides.
- ▪Rick Pitino is a fan of both Donovan Mitchell and the New York Knicks.
- ▪He hopes Mitchell scores 75 points a game while the Knicks win in the Eastern Conference Finals.
- ▪The Knicks have homecourt advantage against the Cavaliers after Cleveland's upset of the Pistons.
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BusinessSportsMoneyRick Pitino Explains Why He Hopes Donovan Mitchell Scores ‘75 Points A Game’ Vs. The KnicksByAdam Zagoria,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I'm a basketball and tennis insiderFollow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 02:04pm EDTMay 18, 2026, 02:10pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 30: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates after scoring during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 30, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 134-110.
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