Davion Mitchell secures his first Defensive Player of the Game chain during win vs Denver
Dec 29, 2022, 8:41 AM
Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell secured the Defensive Player of the game chain for his impressive efforts during Wednesday’s win over the Denver Nuggets–a 127-126 thriller at Golden 1 Center.
Mitchell spoke to the media following the win, as the defensive-minded guard made it clear that he intends on winning the DPOG chain many times this season.
“It’s my first time. It’s definitely not going to be my last.”
Day with his first DPOG chain ❄️😤 @hoopculture13 pic.twitter.com/gHBN0KMsLr
— Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) December 29, 2022
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