In the aftermath of Quin Snyder’s departure, the future has grown unstable for the Utah Jazz. They face a lot of questions about what to do next, and also some doubts about how they can keep their core duo together.
Together for years, the relationship between Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert has completely collapsed and has yet to recover after hitting “rock bottom” in 2020.
According to the most recent report from the New York Post, the end could be in sight for the star-studded combo:
Multiple sources say Gobert and Mitchell have never repaired their relationship that hit rock bottom when the pandemic started with each player — Gobert first — testing positive for COVID.
“Forever grateful for Quin,” Gobert tweeted. “Gave me a chance 8 years ago and believed in me when not a lot of people did. And helped our team grow into a Western conference powerhouse through all the ups and downs. Wishing you nothing but the best in your next chapter!”
Sources say Utah president Danny Ainge doesn’t really know Bryant and people around the league are skeptical he would hire someone with no head-coaching experience unless Mitchell pushed for it. Mitchell called Bryant, who attended the University of Utah, a “brother” after the Knicks hired him.
Wesley, Knicks executive Allan Houston and personnel director Makhtar N’diaye showed up in the first row of one of Utah’s first-round games in Dallas. The Jazz reportedly were concerned about their appearance.
This year was huge for Utah. After failing to make a run in 2021, the pressure was on for them to make amends, and they followed it up with more failures.
Now, their coach is gone and Donovan Mitchell has grown concerned with the direction of his franchise. By this October, the Jazz could look like a completely different team.
