Donovan Mitchell Traded to the Charlotte Hornets
The blockbuster trade that sends the three-time All-Star to the Eastern Conference
The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Charlotte Hornets have agreed to a trade that will send Donovan Mitchell to the Hornets, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The Cavs will receive four unprotected first-round picks and two pick swaps in return for Mitchell.
The trade comes as a surprise, as Mitchell was thought to be untouchable by the Cavs. However, the Hornets were able to put together a package that was too good to refuse. The four first-round picks they are sending to Cleveland are all unprotected, meaning that the Cavs can use them to select any player they want. The two pick swaps give the Cavs the option to move up in the draft if they so choose.
Mitchell is one of the most talented young players in the NBA. He is a three-time All-Star and has led the Cavs to the playoffs in each of the past three seasons. He is a dynamic scorer and playmaker, and he is also a very good defender. The Hornets are getting a player who can help them compete for a playoff spot immediately.
The Cavs, on the other hand, are getting a lot of draft capital in return for Mitchell. They can use these picks to build around Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, who are both young and talented players. The Cavs could also use the picks to trade for another star player.
The trade is a win-win for both teams. The Hornets are getting a young star to build around, and the Cavs are getting a lot of draft capital to rebuild their team.
What does this mean for the Cavs?
The Cavs are now in a rebuilding mode. They have traded away their best player, and they have a lot of young players who need to develop. The Cavs are not likely to be a contender for a playoff spot next season, but they could be a surprise team in the future.
What does this mean for the Hornets?
The Hornets are now a playoff contender. They have added a young star to their roster, and they have a good mix of young and veteran players. The Hornets should be able to compete for a playoff spot next season.
