The Knicks' dormant pursuit of Donovan Mitchell is heating up again.
After weeks of silence, the Knicks and Jazz rejoined talks over Mitchell,reported by The Athletic. It was largely halted by Kevin Durant's spectacular trade request on June 30, and then by many of the league taking vacations after the end. About a month ago at the Las Vegas Summer League but now, Mitchell's story is starting to seep in again, if far from coming to fruition.
The Knicks held fresh talks with Utah last week about various permutations of Mitchell's deal, according to reports.
The report also claims that the Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards are also actively pursuing Mitchell. However, the Knicks are perceived to be the most aggressive team chasing the Star Guard, according to league sources.
An early offseason trade for Danny Ainge Rudy Gobert and Mitchell's friend Lois O'Neill signaled a major jazz rebuild and the Knicks' desire for Mitchell. was one of the worst-kept secrets around the NBA.
They had a serious talk with the Jazz for Mitchell in Las Vegas last month. However, the debate ebbed when the summer league ended and most of the executives were unable to reach an agreement before disbanding. Did.
Utah believes he wants seven of his eight future first-round picks for the Knicks as part of Mitchell's potential package. It is
Despite being only 25 years old, Mitchell, who has already made him a three-time All-Star, said that the Knicks have signed his R.J. Barrett to newly signed free agent Jalen Brunson. Mitchell has averaged over 20 points in all five of his NBA campaigns, including his 25.9 last season.
