Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell will be out for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals series against the Boston Celtics due to a calf injury that also sidelined him for Game 4. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Mitchell, along with Jarrett Allen and Caris LeVert, did not participate in the morning shootaround and are listed as questionable for the game in Boston on Wednesday night. With the Cavaliers trailing 3-1, this game may mark the end of their season as Boston looks to close out the series at home.
One of the key questions facing the Cavaliers this offseason is whether Mitchell will sign a contract extension to stay in Cleveland. With one year left on his current deal, the team is reportedly prepared to offer Mitchell a max extension worth an estimated $199 million over four years. If Mitchell does not sign the extension, trade options may need to be considered to avoid losing him for nothing in free agency in 2025.
Despite already having interest from teams like the Lakers and Nets, Mitchell will have leverage in a potential trade due to his contractual situation. If he chooses to stay in Cleveland, changes are still expected for the team. Questions loom over the future of players like Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen, as well as the coaching situation with J.B. Bickerstaff. The decision on Mitchell’s extension will play a significant role in shaping the Cavaliers’ offseason moves.
The outcome of Game 5 in Boston will not only determine
