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Cavs' Mitchell on not getting to line: 'I don't fl...

Cavs' Mitchell on not getting to line: 'I don't fl...

Summary

Cleveland Cavaliers player Donovan Mitchell explained he was not getting to the free throw line as often in the playoffs compared to the regular season. He suggested it could be because he does not "flop," which means he does not exaggerate or fake contact to get free throws.

Key Facts

  • Donovan Mitchell is a star player for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • He noticed fewer opportunities to shoot free throws during playoff games.
  • Mitchell said he does not "flop," or fake fouls, which might explain why he gets fewer free throw chances.
  • The difference in free throw attempts was more noticeable in the playoffs than in the regular season.
  • Free throws occur when a player is fouled during a shooting attempt and get to shoot unopposed from the free throw line.
  • Mitchell's comment implies he plays with honesty and avoids dramatic falls or acting to earn fouls.
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