Utah Jazz Receive: F OG Anunoby, F/C Chris Boucher, 2024 First-Round Pick (TOR), 2026 First-Round Pick (TOR)

Toronto Raptors Receive: C Rudy Gobert

This deal might suit each team better, but it largely depends on the Jazz’ circumstances.

As it stands, it’s hard to know where this team will be heading into 2022-23. Rumors largely suggest that Donovan Mitchell has grown dissatisfied with the organization. They also suggest that the team would prefer to keep him, and move Gobert.

If Mitchell insists on leaving, this is a better trade for Utah. They’re getting two first-round picks in exchange for Gobert. We can assume that they’ll be dealing Mitchell elsewhere: likely, for more first-round picks.

Meanwhile, this trade suits the Raptors better in terms of opening their win-now window. It comes at the expense of the future. Following this deal, they’ll be committed to building around their current core through free agency and trades in the near future.

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On the other hand, two first-rounders is a prohibitive cost. Let’s explore one more scenario that might entice Mitchell to stick it out in Utah.