Lakers Emerge as Potential Destination for Donovan Mitchell

The Los Angeles Lakers are considered a likely landing spot for Donovan Mitchell if he declines his contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers' five-time All-Star, is rumored to be considering leaving the team unless they win the Eastern Conference.
Mitchell's potential departure is fueled by his likely decline of a $37.1 million player option for the 2025-26 season to explore free agency.
The Lakers have internally discussed packaging three first-round picks and players to trade for Mitchell or another star like Trae Young.
Several teams, including the Houston Rockets and New York Knicks, are also interested in acquiring Mitchell, boasting significant draft capital.
Mitchell's decision hinges on the Cavaliers' performance in the playoffs, with a deep run potentially convincing him to stay.