Rudy Gobert To Be Traded?
Rumors about the Utah Jazz couldn’t wait until even the NBA Finals to start spreading. In fact, they’ve been in circulation since before the playoffs even began.
This Jazz team appeared to be falling apart since before the Dallas Mavericks eliminated them way back in the first round. The relationship between Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert seems to be damaged beyond repair. Whenever that kind of tension exists, it’s bound to get people talking.
One of them is surely getting moved this offseason. Potentially, both of them will be. No matter how this situation unfolds, it seems likely that Gobert will be calling a new city home.
If the Jazz can convince Mitchell to stay, part of their pitch is likely to be Gobert’s departure. They’ll look to move the 3x Defensive Player of the Year for a more dynamic offensive co-star for the young guard.
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On the other hand, if Mitchell’s heart is set on leaving Salt Lake City, the team will likely still look to move Gobert. They’ll be rebuilding in that scenario, so they should be looking to turn his contract into assets.
No matter which way this shakes out, it’s likely to result in a Rudy Gobert trade this summer.
Prediction: Gobert is traded
