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Pitino praises freshman Donovan Mitchell

By Dalton Ray–

Incoming freshman Donovan Mitchell has created quite a buzz before even stepping on campus. Head Coach Rick Pitino said Mitchell has the talent of former Cardinal great Terrence Williams with the character of national champion Peyton Siva.

“When I went to watch him play, I fell in love with the way he played the game and how he carried himself,” Pitino said. “I watched him a couple more times, and I loved his athleticism and the way he leads. I spoke to him on the phone and realized he had a character like Peyton.