Donovan Mitchell trade rumors: Lakers, Heat and Nets lead suitors / News - Basketnews.com

ESPN insider Brian Windhorst suggests the Lakers, Heat, Nets, and even the Rockets could make a move for Donovan Mitchell in the upcoming summer.

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According to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, if Donovan Mitchell doesn't extend his contract in Cleveland, three teams are poised to be at the forefront of trade discussions: the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, and Brooklyn Nets.

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An NBA insider suggested on ESPN's Get Up that the Houston Rockets could also be in the mix for Mitchell this summer.

He noted that both the Lakers and Nets are prepared with offers in hand. Windhorst underlined, "I'm trying to walk the line, because I don't want anybody to freak out in my hometown of Cleveland, but there are a number of teams that have their offers ready."

When discussing the New York Knicks, Windhorst hinted at their focus on the current Eastern Conference series but suggested that interest might exist across town in Brooklyn.

Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are still in the playoffs but face a do-or-die Game 4 against the Boston Celtics, with Mitchell expected to miss the game due to a strained left calf.

Before his injury, Mitchell was averaging 29.6 points per game. He has one more season remaining on his contract with a cap hit of $35.4 million, along with a player option for $37 million through the 2025-26 season.

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