Last year, Donovan Mitchell was traded to Cleveland Cavaliers, but the rumors suggest that he might also be traded this year. There are 3 teams keeping an eye on Donovan to get him on their roster.
NBA star players request trades on a regular basis, and it is quite possible since, in recent times, many star players have been regularly traded. The player’s moment is at an all-time high, which is not likely to change soon.
Difficult times are ahead for NBA General managers since superstars are being traded regularly, and the managers are afraid to spend big amounts on a regular basis.
Donovan Mitchell shot 59.3% on drives (4th highest in the NBA) while shooting 39.7% on 6.0 (!!!) pull-up 3s per game. 61.4 TS% for the season while putting up 28.3 PPG facing heavy defensive attention…
Unbelievable season of scoring efficiency & volume from a 6’1 guard pic.twitter.com/AeNktoP7Jd
— NBA University (@NBA_University) July 24, 2023
Donovan Mitchell was traded last year to Cleveland Cavaliers, as the team invested a significant amount in the player. But now, there are already talks that he will be traded to another team.
3 Teams Keeping an Eye on Donovan Mitchell
1. New York Knicks
Donovan Mitchell was so close to being traded for New York Knicks last year, as the player fits perfectly in the team. This year Knicks may show interest in Donovan if he becomes available for a trade.
However, New York Knicks had a successful season in 2022-23, and they may not want to disrupt their team by making major changes in their roster.
2. Brooklyn Nets
Brooklyn Nets is a perfect fit for Donovan Mitchell. The team has more assets than New York Knicks, and since Donovan is a New York native, he may not want to play specifically for the Knicks.
Donovan Mitchell: “I love my teammates, and I love it here in Cleveland. I’m ready to win with this group.”
Media: “Are you sure?” pic.twitter.com/tmhLnsfjxC
— TheCavsJack (@TheCavsJack) July 24, 2023
Donovan is a great offensive guard, and if the Nets show interest in him, they may make an offer to Cleveland Cavaliers.
3. New Orleans Pelicans
If Donovan is open-minded to joining another team other than Knicks, then he may take New Orleans Pelicans into consideration.
The Cavaliers could trade Donovan for Brandon Ingram or Zion Williamson to the Orleans.
