Norman Powell identifies Davion Mitchell as his hardest working teammate
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Chicago Bulls guard Norman Powell recently identified teammate Davion Mitchell as the hardest-working player he has encountered during his professional career. Speaking during a livestream interview, Powell compared Mitchell’s dedication to that of Damian Lillard, noting that Mitchell shares a similar, relentless approach to training and game preparation. The two players previously spent time together with the Miami Heat before Powell joined the Bulls earlier this offseason on a two-year, $45 million contract. Beyond basketball, Powell offered a sharp critique of the NFL, citing concerns regarding player health, the lack of guaranteed contracts, and the treatment of athletes. He expressed dissatisfaction with how the football industry manages long-term well-being and contract structures compared to the NBA. Powell credited his own growth from a second-round draft pick to his current standing in the league as a testament to the benefits of the basketball profession.
- •Norman Powell named Davion Mitchell as the hardest working teammate of his ten-year career.
- •Powell and Mitchell were teammates on the Miami Heat during the 2024-25 season.
- •Powell signed a two-year, $45 million contract with the Chicago Bulls this offseason.
- •Powell criticized the NFL for its lack of fully guaranteed contracts and player health protections.
- •Mitchell was the ninth overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft.
- 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — Norman Powell Names the Unexpected Teammate Who Works Harder Than NBA Superstars
"Norman Powell has shared the court with some of the NBA’s biggest talents throughout his decade-long career, but when asked about the hardest-working teammates he has encountered, a somewhat unexpected name quickly rose toward the top of his list: Davion Mitchell. Norman Powell praises Davion Mitchell’s relentless dedication to Basketball During a recent livestream interview [...]
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