Sam Mitchell Stats: NBA Career


Sam Mitchell headshot, wearing the NBA team jersey
Welcome to the profile page of Sam Mitchell, a legendary NBA player who made his mark on the court during his career with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Indiana Pacers. Mitchell, known for his strategic gameplay and meticulous attention to detail, is a player whose stats speak volumes about his skill and dedication to the game.
Sam Mitchell's NBA journey began in the 1989-90 season when he joined the league at the age of 26. Over the course of his impressive career, spanning from 1989 to 2002, ...Mitchell played a total of 994 games, showcasing his endurance and commitment to the sport. In those games, he logged an astounding 22,260 minutes on the court, proving himself to be a reliable and valuable asset to his teams.
One of Mitchell's notable strengths was his scoring ability, as evidenced by his 3,220 goals made out of 7,206 attempts, with an impressive field goal percentage of 44.68%. His accuracy and precision in shooting made him a formidable offensive threat, capable of turning the tide of a game with his scoring prowess.
In addition to his scoring prowess, Mitchell was also a force to be reckoned with in free throw situations. He attempted 2,719 free throws and made 2,131 of them, highlighting his consistency and reliability when it came to capitalizing on free throw opportunities. His stellar free throw percentage further solidified his reputation as a well-rounded and efficient player on the court.
Rebounding was another area where Mitchell excelled, demonstrating his versatility and tenacity as a player. Throughout his career, he amassed a total of 3,711 rebounds, with 2,460 defensive rebounds and 1,251 offensive rebounds. His ability to secure crucial rebounds on both ends of the court played a key role in his team's success, underscoring his impact beyond just scoring.
Mitchell's skill set extended beyond scoring and rebounding, as he also proved to be a capable playmaker and defender. With 1,089 assists, 548 steals, and 301 blocks to his name, he showcased his ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game, making him a well-rounded and invaluable asset to any team he played for.
In terms of total points scored, Mitchell left his mark on the NBA with an impressive tally of 8,636 points. His scoring ability, combined with his contributions in rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks, solidified his reputation as a player who could impact the game in various ways and rise to the occasion when his team needed him most.
As you explore the charts and data on this page, you will gain a deeper insight into Sam Mitchell's remarkable career and the indelible legacy he left on the NBA. From his scoring exploits to his all-around contributions on the court, Mitchell's stats paint a vivid picture of a player who approached the game with intelligence, skill, and a relentless drive to succeed.
Join us in celebrating the career of Sam Mitchell, a player whose impact on the NBA continues to reverberate to this day. Dive into the numbers, unravel the story behind the stats, and discover why Mitchell remains a revered figure in basketball history.

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Games Played

Sam Mitchell Games–Played Career Chart

Points

Sam Mitchell Points Career Chart

Assists

Sam Mitchell Assists Career Chart

Rebounds

Sam Mitchell Rebounds Career Chart

Steals

Sam Mitchell Steals Career Chart

Minutes Played

Sam Mitchell Minutes–Played Career Chart

Turnovers

Sam Mitchell Turnovers Career Chart

Blocks

Sam Mitchell Blocks Career Chart

Sam Mitchell Career Stats Table


  SEASON TEAM AGE GP GS MIN FGM FGA FG % FG3M FG3A FG3 % FTM FTA FT % OREB DREB REB AST STL BLK TOV PF PTS
1 1989-90 MIN 26 80 30 2,414 372 834 44.6% 0 9 0.0% 268 349 76.8% 180 282 462 89 66 54 96 301 1,012
2 1990-91 MIN 27 82 60 3,121 445 1,010 44.1% 0 9 0.0% 307 396 77.5% 188 332 520 133 66 57 104 338 1,197
3 1991-92 MIN 28 82 63 2,151 307 725 42.3% 2 11 18.2% 209 266 78.6% 158 315 473 94 53 39 97 230 825
4 1992-93 IND 29 81 1 1,402 215 483 44.5% 4 23 17.4% 150 185 81.1% 93 155 248 76 23 10 51 207 584
5 1993-94 IND 30 75 18 1,084 140 306 45.8% 0 5 0.0% 82 110 74.5% 71 119 190 65 33 9 50 152 362
6 1994-95 IND 31 81 12 1,377 201 413 48.7% 1 10 10.0% 126 174 72.4% 95 148 243 61 43 20 54 206 529
7 1995-96 MIN 32 78 42 2,145 303 618 49.0% 1 18 5.6% 237 291 81.4% 107 232 339 74 49 26 87 220 844
8 1996-97 MIN 33 82 5 2,051 269 603 44.6% 4 25 16.0% 224 295 75.9% 112 214 326 79 51 20 93 232 766
9 1997-98 MIN 34 81 33 2,239 371 800 46.4% 15 43 34.9% 243 292 83.2% 118 267 385 107 64 22 66 200 1,000
10 1998-99 MIN 35 50 20 1,344 213 522 40.8% 9 38 23.7% 126 165 76.4% 55 127 182 98 35 16 34 111 561
11 1999-00 MIN 36 66 24 1,227 168 376 44.7% 10 23 43.5% 81 92 88.0% 28 110 138 111 27 14 44 116 427
12 2000-01 MIN 37 82 4 982 118 289 40.8% 9 43 20.9% 40 55 72.7% 28 95 123 57 26 10 36 117 285
13 2001-02 MIN 38 74 10 723 98 227 43.2% 10 35 28.6% 38 49 77.6% 18 64 82 45 12 4 26 79 244

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