Last summer, the New York Knicks attempted to acquire Donovan Mitchell from the Utah Jazz but finished second in their pursuit behind the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite this, the Knicks managed to best the Cavs in their first-round playoff series in five games. However, there are rumors that the Mitchell-Knicks story may not be over yet.
According to a recent report, there is still a strong sentiment that Mitchell wants to be in New York. If this is true, it could change the narrative for both the Cavs and the Knicks heading into the offseason. However, Mitchell is still under contract with Cleveland for the next two seasons, so he will likely have to wait until the 2025 offseason if he wants to join the Knicks.
For the Knicks, if Mitchell truly wants to play for them, they may be more selective when it comes to acquiring a star player this offseason. They may be willing to be more patient, knowing that Mitchell wants to join them eventually. On the other hand, the Cavs may feel pressure to be more aggressive during the offseason to keep Mitchell in Cleveland.
It's important to keep in mind that this report is just whispers, and things can change quickly in the NBA. Winning can also change a player's mindset. If the Cavs become a strong contender in the Eastern Conference next season, Mitchell may change his tune about leaving.
At this point, there is nothing concrete to act on, and the Knicks are focusing on their upcoming Eastern Conference semifinals. The Cavs, on the other hand, are looking to fill holes in their roster during the offseason.
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