Making the Case: Utah Jazz

At this point, the Utah Jazz might not have a choice other than to trade Rudy Gobert. This, of course, is if they would instead trade Donovan Mitchell, but that seems unlikely at this point.

When looking at the return, this deal could help Utah build around Donovan Mitchell.

Luke Kennard and Terance Mann have produced in significant ways for the Clippers over the years. They have shown an ability to score from all levels and provide the necessary depth when it matters. Kennard is a strong three-point shooter while Mann has experience as a secondary playmaker and versatile defender.

Ivica Zubac would act as a replacement point guard while Morris is a bulldog on both ends. He can bring a mid-post scoring punch and has become a 3-point sharpshooter as of late. This is what the Jazz could be looking for, especially if they lose the likes of Gobert and Bojan Bogdanovic. 

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When a team continues to underachieve, the front office eventually has to come to a decision to move a star or two. With a duo like Mitchell and Gobert, especially with their relationship, it would not be surprising to see it split up. This is the time after a first-round exit from the postseason.