THE DEAL:Blockbuster NBA Trade: Donovan Mitchell Potentially Headed to Lakers in Exchange for Austin Reaves, Picks, and More..
Trading Donovan Mitchell for Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Jalen Hood-Schifino, a 2029 first-round pick, a 2030 first-round pick swap, and a 2031 first-round pick marks a significant exchange in the NBA landscape. The Los Angeles Lakers, a potential destination for Mitchell, have been a dominant force but face the challenge of an aging roster led by Anthony Davis and LeBron James. Other competitive teams like the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Dallas Mavericks pose formidable obstacles. Acquiring Mitchell could rejuvenate the Lakers’ championship aspirations, providing a formidable duo alongside AD and potentially extending their contention window beyond LeBron’s tenure.
