In March, Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert expressed belief Donovan Mitchell would sign a contract extension with the team. Gilbert agreed to a contract extension Tuesday.
Donovan Mitchell recently wrapped up another standout season. The guard has been an NBA All-Star the past five seasons, but he entered the offseason surrounded by uncertainty. But anxiety about Mitchell's future in Cleveland was put to bed Tuesday, when the 27-year-old agreed to a five-year, $150.3 million deal with the Cavaliers, ESPN reported. According to NBA rules, deals cannot be officially announced until Saturday.
While the Cavs made the playoffs in both seasons with Mitchell, the team made an abrupt postseason exit in May. CELTICS GIVE JAYSON TATUM LARGEST CONTRACT IN NBA HISTORY FOLLOWING TITLE VICTORY: REPORTS Shortly after the Cavs' playoff run ended, a report from Cleveland.com suggested Mitchell 'grew frustrated with some teammates' lack of maturity, focus, playoff-level readiness and a willingness to listen.
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