2 Dark-Horse Contenders For Jazz Star Donovan Mitchell

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Rumors about Donovan Mitchell’s inevitable departure from Salt Lake City began long before his Utah Jazz were eliminated from the 2021-22 NBA playoffs. Once they were, those rumors began spreading like wildfire.

Some speculate that he’d prefer to play in a bigger market. Others suggest that he doesn’t care for star teammate Rudy Gobert. Whatever his reasons, it feels likely that Mitchell could force his way out of Utah.

He may not. Rumors are rumors for a reason: they’re unsubstantiated. If he does request a trade, the Jazz will receive a slew of offers. Mitchell is one of the best young scorers in the NBA.

Contenders and rebuilding teams alike will be interested in adding him to their roster.

LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Best & Worst Trade Destinations For Utah Jazz Star Donovan Mitchell

Some obvious names will be popping u in the rumor mill. Donovan Mitchell is a New York native. He’ll be linked to the Knicks. He’s a big name, so count on the Heat to be viewed as a suitor. Still, there are other teams that could offer him a home where he’d be just as comfortable.

Here are two darkhorse contenders to do exactly that.

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