What happened: Mitchell earned the honor after averaging 28.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game during August.
Why it matters: The award follows a July in which Mitchell averaged 27.2 points per game, a 1.7-point increase into August.
By the numbers: Mitchell's August scoring average rose 1.7 points per game from July, from 27.2 to 28.9.
What to watch: Mitchell's production will remain central as the regular season continues.