Nov 11, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) attempts a shot against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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VIDEO: Donovan Mitchell pulls off Ja Morant’s signature 360 layup in Cavaliers vs. Bulls

360 layups are back! Mitchell’s move against the Bulls proves this flashy style is taking over.

Looks like 360 layups are the latest craze in the NBA! Just days after Ja Morant wowed everyone with not one, but two in a single game, Donovan Mitchell added his own flair with a slick spin move against the Chicago Bulls.

Mitchell, who took home the NBA Dunk Contest title back in 2018 during his rookie year, has evolved far beyond just being a high-flying dunker. With five straight All-Star nods, he’s making a strong case as one of the league’s best shooting guards, showcasing skill well beyond his highlight-reel dunks.

DONOVAN MITCHELL 360 LAYUP. 🔥🔥

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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) November 12, 2024

Midway through the second quarter, Mitchell pulled off a jaw-dropping 360-degree layup, spinning around the Bulls’ Julian Phillips for an acrobatic finish that quickly went viral. Major sports outlets couldn’t resist sharing the clip from Chicago.

This stunning layup was just one part of Mitchell’s night, where he racked up 34 additional points, eight rebounds, and four steals, ultimately leading his team to victory.

Mitchell’s incredible start to the season sparks Cavaliers’ win streak

The Cavaliers are on an impressive run, now boasting 12 straight wins to kick off the season—a feat that ties them for the sixth-best start in NBA history. They’re halfway to the all-time record, set by the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors.

Mitchell’s contributions were pivotal. He finished with 36 points, eight rebounds, and knocked down 7 of his 16 attempts from three. Darius Garland added 17 points and five assists, while Evan Mobley put up 15 points and grabbed 11 rebounds.

Donovan Mitchell tonight:

36 PTS
8 REB
4 STL
7 3PM

Becomes the first player in NBA history to reach these numbers with 0 TOV in a game. pic.twitter.com/D6r6F9euX4
— StatMamba (@StatMamba) November 12, 2024

On the Bulls’ side, Zach LaVine led with 26 points and six rebounds. Nikola Vucevic chipped in with 20 points and eight rebounds, while Coby White added 20 points, hitting five three-pointers. The Bulls struggled with turnovers, giving up 20, which the Cavaliers converted into a whopping 35 points.

Next up, the Cavaliers face the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. A win there would tie their longest winning streak in franchise history. Though it’s inevitable they’ll drop a game at some point, Mitchell and the Cavaliers have made it clear they’re ready to compete at the top of the Eastern Conference.

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