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As observers ponder the potential of a Thunder vs. Cavaliers matchup in the NBA Finals, one can't help but consider the narrative surrounding players like Donovan Mitchell. He faced defensive challenges last night, stating post-game that he fell short of the necessary intensity. For Mitchell and the Cavaliers, there is a rich narrative threading through their potential playoff run—the acknowledgment of the target placed upon their backs after their recent ascendance.