The landscape of the NBA changed drastically on Thursday when it was reported the Cleveland Cavaliers were acquiring Donovan Mitchell from the Utah Jazz for a package of players and draft picks.
The Cavaliers will send Collin Sexton, Lauri Markkanen, Ochai Agbaji, three unprotected first-round picks and two pick swaps to the Jazz for the three-time All-Star.
The deal is expected to be formally announced in the coming days.
The trade comes after the Jazz worked throughout much of the summer to find a new destination for Mitchell. The organization set a high price for its All-Star and did not waver from that request, ultimately leading to a haul of players and future assets from Cleveland.
On the other side, the Cavaliers upgraded their roster after failing to qualify for the playoffs last season. The team added a bona fide scorer, Mitchell, to a roster that includes All-Stars Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland and promising second-year center Evan Mobley.
Mitchell moving to Cleveland has greatly affected the championship odds for the season. With Mitchell in the fold, the Cavaliers saw a massive improvement in their odds (from plus-10,000) and are now among the favorites in the conference to win the title.
Here are the latest odds, according to the Tipico Sportsbook.
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Sacramento Kings
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Odds: +50000
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Oklahoma City Thunder
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Odds: +50000
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Houston Rockets
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Odds: +50000
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San Antonio Spurs
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Odds: +50000
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Detroit Pistons
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Odds: +50000
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Orlando Magic
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Odds: +50000
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Indiana Pacers
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Odds: +40000
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Utah Jazz
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Odds: +20000
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Washington Wizards
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Odds: +20000
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Charlotte Hornets
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