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Donovan Mitchell scores 57 points in an August NBA playoff game

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Donovan Mitchell scores 57 points in an August NBA playoff game
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On August 17, 2020, Donovan Mitchell scored 57 points for the Utah Jazz in an NBA playoff game against the Denver Nuggets in Orlando, Florida. This performance broke the Jazz's single-game playoff scoring record, previously held by Karl Malone with 50 points. Despite Mitchell's efforts, the Jazz lost to the Nuggets 135-125 in the series opener. The game occurred during the NBA bubble due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in a lack of spectators. The Jazz had an initial 3-1 series lead against the Nuggets but ultimately lost the best-of-seven series 4-3.

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  • •Mitchell scored 57 points on August 17, 2020.
  • •The game was played in the NBA bubble due to COVID-19.
  • •The Jazz lost to the Nuggets 135-125 in Game 1.
  • •Mitchell set a new Jazz playoff scoring record.
  • •The series concluded with the Nuggets winning 4-3.
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