Donovan Mitchell on lack of free-throw attempts in Game 1 loss to Pistons: 'I don't flop'

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell scored 23 points in a 111-101 Game 1 playoff loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, May 6, 2026, ending his streak of scoring 30-plus points in nine consecutive playoff-series openers. Mitchell attempted just two free throws in the game, well below his regular-season average of 6.1 per game, despite repeatedly driving to the basket. After the game, Mitchell addressed the lack of foul calls by stating he does not flop to draw fouls.