RJ Barrettof expansion with Knicks complicate potential deals Donovan Mitchellbut it doesn’t quite close the door, writes Mark Berman of the New York Post.
A source told Berman, jazz Most interested in stockpiling unprotected first round picks in exchange for Mitchell. Berman reported that Utah wants four unprotected picks in the trade, but New York intends to let go of just two, in addition to three conditional picks.
League sources indicate Mitchell’s market remains limited, telling Berman: “There’s nowhere for Donovan to go now. The Knicks can still get him.”
Berman also said the Jazz would expand the trade to lakers Hopefully LA’s first round of 2027 and 2029. Berman says the Lakers are likely to be interested cam reddishReddish is our next client. Rich Paul Speaking to Klutch Sports, Berman points out: lebron james When Anthony Davis I would probably endorse taking him to LA
As for Mitchell’s potential trade to New York:
- Utah can focus more on landing if Barrett’s new contract takes him out of the equation Quentin Grimes, Berman adds in the same portion. The 22-year-old shooting guard has established himself as a coach fixture Tom Thibodeau Last season was a rotation, but Berman points out that he’s unlikely to be a starter alongside Mitchell in New York. Jalen Branson At hand.
- The Jazz knew the Knicks had set an extension deadline for Barrett on Monday night, but that didn’t affect negotiations. Sarah Todd of The Deseret NewsShe has heard conflicting reports as to whether Utah wants Barrett or is happy with a deal that doesn’t include him. He said he still has a chance to close the deal before training camp.
- “Poison pill stipulations” mean that a third team must be included to bring Barrett to Utah, says ESPN’s Bobby Marks. Video breakdown Bullet extension.He says teams with cap room like Pacers Also spursshould be willing to take Evan FournierThe deal is worth approximately $56 million over the next three years.
