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NBA Trade Rumors: Donovan Mitchell Linked to Cleveland Cavaliers Rival

Benjamin Sue April 18, 2024

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Donovan Mitchell

Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell, alongside his Cleveland Cavaliers, is scheduled to commence their first-round NBA Playoff series against the emerging Orlando Magic starting this Saturday.

Cleveland’s commendable regular season performance, culminating in a 48-34 record, has earned them the advantageous position of home-court advantage for the opening round.

Despite their strong season, speculations have arisen regarding the potential trade of Mitchell from the Cavaliers during the upcoming offseason.

Mitchell currently holds a $37.10 million contract option for the 2025-26 season, which he is expected to decline. Consequently, with no imminent long-term extension in sight, Cleveland’s management may be compelled to explore trading Mitchell in order to secure assets in return.

It’s noteworthy that Cleveland previously relinquished three first-round draft picks as key components in the trade that brought Mitchell to the team before the 2022-23 season.

Statistically, Donovan Mitchell has showcased remarkable performance with averages of 26.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game during the 2023-24 season, shooting at 46% from the field and 37% from beyond the arc.

Given his age of 27 and his ascending trajectory in the league, Mitchell is expected to attract significant interest as a prime asset, owing to his impressive career accomplishments thus far.

Brooklyn Nets Eyeing Donovan Mitchell: Offseason Interest and Roster Analysis.

Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers

According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, the Brooklyn Nets are reportedly showing interest in Donovan Mitchell for the upcoming summer offseason.

The potential off-court synergy between Mitchell and Brooklyn is evident, given his New York City roots and previous expressions of interest in playing for his hometown. While much of the speculation has centered around the New York Knicks, Brooklyn presents a compelling destination as well.

Brooklyn is emerging from a challenging season marked by 50 losses and has recently appointed Jordi Fernandez, formerly of the Sacramento Kings, as their new head coach.

Questions linger regarding the future capabilities of Brooklyn’s core group. General Manager Sean Marks holds a high regard for veteran forward Mikal Bridges and is expected to pursue a long-term contract extension for him this summer. Additionally, the emergence of wing player Cam Thomas, averaging 22.5 points per game in the 2023-24 season, adds another dimension to the team’s future plans.

However, beyond these key players, the roster lacks notable depth. Ben Simmons, despite his talent, has been plagued by injury setbacks, appearing in only 45 games over the past three seasons. With his contract expiring after the 2024-25 season and a significant salary commitment, his potential departure could open avenues for impactful moves, potentially in the form of a blockbuster trade.

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