The NBA Playoffs present a lot of pressure for teams that are lucky enough to qualify. One of the teams that will be facing the most pressure in the next few weeks to perform in the playoffs is the Utah Jazz.
Utah has been a great team during the regular season under head coach Quin Synder, but they have been unable to replicate that success in the postseason.
They have had numerous early exits and some disappointing performances, such as last season. Tied 2-2 against the LA Clippers with Kawhi Leonard going down with an injury, the Jazz lost the next two games to be sent home.
If another early exit comes this year, the Jazz could be in line to make some big changes this offseason. One of the players that could be on the move is All-Star Donovan Mitchell.
LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Ranking 3 Most Likely Trade Destinations For Jazz Star Donovan Mitchell
Teams around the league are gearing up to make a run at Mitchell according to Tim McMahon of ESPN. Earlier this season, a scout from the Eastern Conference told Ric Bucher that the Jazz is a first-round exit away from Mitchell being in New York.
Utah was given a gift of a first-round matchup as they are facing off with the Dallas Mavericks, who are without star Luka Doncic. They were heavy favorites entering the series, so they should be able to advance. If not, or they aren’t competitive in the second round, rumors will heat up.
LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Ranking 3 Most Likely Trade Destinations For Jazz Star Donovan Mitchell
Where could Mitchell end up? Here are three players that the Utah Jazz could target in a potential deal centered around Mitchell.
