The former Louisville star has established himself as one of the three best shooting guards in the league., if the Cavs are unable to sign Mitchell to an extension, there are five teams who would try to acquire him.: "Sources told Hoops Wire that the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, Brooklyn Nets, New Orleans Pelicans and Philadelphia 76ers would attempt to acquire Mitchell if the All-Star didn’t extend with the Cavaliers.
They beat the New Orleans Pelicans in the play-in tournament, but lost to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs . Adding Mitchell to a roster that already features Anthony Davis and LeBron James would likely make them instant contenders for the 2025 NBA Championship. May 9, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell reacts after his three point basket against the Boston Celtics in the second half during game two of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports / David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports