Pelicans Could Bid For Donovan Mitchell

[RealGM Wiretap]

On the latest episode of The Lowe Post podcast, ESPN's Zach Lowe talked about teams that could be interested in trading for Donovan Mitchell. If Mitchell declines an extension, the thought is that the Cleveland Cavaliers will look to trade him before free agency in the summer of 2025.

Teams expected to be interested include the usual suspects like the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and Brooklyn Nets. The has been some speculation that the Houston Rockets could also join that group. Lowe added the New Orleans Pelicans as a team to watch, should Mitchell hit the trade market.

New Orleans has hit a bit of a crossroads. Brandon Ingram has one year left on his contract. He's extension-eligible and could be looking for a max deal. The Cavs don't have a player with Ingram's skill/size combo at the forward spot. The Pelicans don't have a scoring guard quite like Mitchell, but do have some forward depth. That could make the two teams natural trade partners.

Via Zach Lowe/ESPN

[M2J]

This is clearly just Lowe speculation, but I thought the same thing when Ingram becoming available was obvious. Great fit for both teams. Though, l doubt both players agree to this idea

[ProcessDoctor]

This is clearly just Lowe speculation, but I thought the same thing when Ingram becoming available was obvious. Great fit for both teams. Though, l doubt both players agree to this idea

Exactly. I feel like if Mitchell won’t extend in Cleveland he won’t do so in New Orleans. But it makes basketball sense for sure.