Looking back at past MVP winners, a common trend is that the award goes to the best player on the best team that season. Considering this, it's interesting that Donovan Mitchell hasn't received more consideration for the MVP award this season.

As Mitchell ran back down the floor to get on defense, he appeared to stumble near Kings guard Keon Ellis. Mitchell was writhing in pain on the floor, holding his ankle in obvious discomfort. After being down for a minute, Mitchell limped off the floor and headed to the locker room.