Things weren’t clicking for Donovan Mitchell and the Utah Jazz early in Monday night’s preseason tune-up.
Shots weren’t falling.
Turnovers were piling up.
And Mitchell was … happy with where the game was at.
After showcasing their offensive arsenal on Saturday night, the Utah Jazz went into Monday night’s rematch with the Phoenix Suns with defense on the mind—a mentality that helped them overcome some early struggles and eventually cruise to a 111-92 victory.
“We’re going to have nights like that where we don’t come out strong offensively,” said Mitchell, who had 15 points and six rebounds.