Donovan Mitchell's Extension Proves He's Earned Our Respect
Donovan Mitchell's Extension Proves He's Earned Our Respect  
Podcast: The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
Published On: Tue Jul 07 2026
Description: Ken and Anthony poke fun at insider Daryl Ruiter, whose prediction that Donovan Mitchell wouldn't sign an extension broke just minutes before Mitchell actually signed. The hosts then debate whether Mitchell's long-term commitment strengthens the Cavs' pitch to LeBron, with Ken arguing fans should thank Jalen Brunson's Knicks stardom for keeping New York from ever seriously pursuing Mitchell. Callers float the idea of trading Jarrett Allen and Max Strus for an injury-prone Anthony Davis, with Ken comparing AD to Joe Burrow, a player with a sky-high ceiling but a health record that makes the move risky. The segment closes with Ken laying out how Mitchell's extension, Mobley's presumed long-term future, and a potential Harden agreement could all click into place to make a LeBron return, and even an AD trade, more palatable for fans.