So sad to say goodbye: Donovan Mitchell announces his leaving after the match due to his…..
UPDATE: Donovan Mitchell will sit out Game 5 due to his calf injury, along with Jarrett Allen and Caris LeVert, who are sidelined with rib and knee injuries respectively. Dean Wade will step into the starting lineup for what could be a decisive game.
According to a report by Shams Charania of The Athletic, Mitchell, Allen, and LeVert did not participate in the morning shootaround, with their status listed as questionable. With the Cavaliers trailing 3-1 in the series against the Celtics, Game 5 could mark the end of their season, as Boston aims to close out at home and await the winner of the Knicks/Pacers series.
As Cleveland faces the possibility of an offseason shake-up, questions loom about Mitchell’s future with the team. With one year remaining on his contract worth $35.4 million, the Cavaliers are reportedly prepared to offer him a max extension worth around $199 million over four years. However, if Mitchell opts not to sign, Cleveland may explore trade options to avoid losing him as a free agent in 2025.
Potential suitors are already preparing offers for a trade, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, with teams like the Lakers and Nets among those interested. While Mitchell has been linked to the Knicks, Windhorst suggests they are currently focused on their playoff run.
Mitchell’s decision will not only impact Cleveland’s roster but could also trigger further changes. Questions arise about Darius Garland’s future with the team and the potential departure of Jarrett Allen. Additionally, the coaching situation with J.B. Bickerstaff remains uncertain.
The Cavaliers face significant offseason decisions, with much depending on Mitchell’s choice regarding the contract extension.
