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First off, just wanted to say hey to all of realcavsfans.com and it's members. I have been reading for a few months now, and after being a member of other forums I decided to share my Cavaliers passion with the rest of you!
Anyway. What would you like to see the Cavs do after this season? Obviously, this year is a rebuilding year in which we HAVE to develop players such as Kyrie, Tristan, and even Casspi. But my question is, what would you like to see the Cavs do in the upcoming offseason?
Here's one of my "dream" scenarios that isn't as unrealistic as people think.
First, in the upcoming NBA Draft. I'll predict the 4th pick, in which drafting either Jeremy Lamb, or Perry Jones is essential (if still on the board). We HAVE to find our wings for the future in this upcoming draft. If both of those are off the board, Brad Beal and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist are legitimate options. Also, if the Kings figure out a way to play any type of defense, don't sleep on them creeping into the playoffs. It's probably a long shot, but they actually do have a lot of talent, just have to find a way to use it effectively. If so, use the 15th-18th pick to draft a little bit more of a project, but someone that can still play. Examples: Meyers Leonard, John Henson, Rivers (if he drops), Tim Hardaway Jr. etc. Obviously drafting a different position than what we drafted early on.
Now, the Cavaliers obviously will have plenty of money to spend on free agency. But, who wants to come to Cleveland, right? I'll give you the two that I'm hopeful for.
1.) Eric Gordon. Why? We desperately need a 2, and who better than a young, energetic kid that can flat light it up. He's not going to be happy in New Orleans. He doesn't want to be in New Orleans. He feels betrayed. But why the Cavs? We can offer him a good chunk of change, he can play beside a young PG with a bright future, AND, people are forgetting, he's from Indianapolis. Meaning, he can have a chance to play back towards home, have a legitimate contract that shows he won't be getting moved, and play for an owner that's willing to do anything to make this team win (Sterling is not that owner. Minus the CP3 trade, Sterling is probably the worst owner in the NBA).
2.) As many on this site have already stated, Greg Oden. Granted, he needs to be healthy, and I wouldn't be comfortable throwing a whole lot of money at him. But, being close to the Cleveland Clinic, a great medical staff, and again, back towards his home of Indianapolis, could possibly resurrect this injury-prone Center's career. He was also AAU teammates with Eric Gordon, so if we can make a legitimate run at Gordon, perhaps Oden wouldn't be as far of a stretch as some think. Again, it's a risk, but in the rebuilding years it's fine to take a gamble as long as it's not ridiculously expensive, and has the possibility of truly helping out a franchise.
Recap: Draft Lamb or Perry Jones to fill our serious need at the 3. If the Kings pick is used this year, take a slight gamble on someone with massive upside. Make a strong push for Eric Gordon who WILL BE looking for a new team/identity, and check Oden's health before attempting to bring him to Cleveland. Dream scenario? Probably. But, it's not as unrealistic as what some may think.
Anyway. What would you like to see the Cavs do after this season? Obviously, this year is a rebuilding year in which we HAVE to develop players such as Kyrie, Tristan, and even Casspi. But my question is, what would you like to see the Cavs do in the upcoming offseason?
Here's one of my "dream" scenarios that isn't as unrealistic as people think.
First, in the upcoming NBA Draft. I'll predict the 4th pick, in which drafting either Jeremy Lamb, or Perry Jones is essential (if still on the board). We HAVE to find our wings for the future in this upcoming draft. If both of those are off the board, Brad Beal and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist are legitimate options. Also, if the Kings figure out a way to play any type of defense, don't sleep on them creeping into the playoffs. It's probably a long shot, but they actually do have a lot of talent, just have to find a way to use it effectively. If so, use the 15th-18th pick to draft a little bit more of a project, but someone that can still play. Examples: Meyers Leonard, John Henson, Rivers (if he drops), Tim Hardaway Jr. etc. Obviously drafting a different position than what we drafted early on.
Now, the Cavaliers obviously will have plenty of money to spend on free agency. But, who wants to come to Cleveland, right? I'll give you the two that I'm hopeful for.
1.) Eric Gordon. Why? We desperately need a 2, and who better than a young, energetic kid that can flat light it up. He's not going to be happy in New Orleans. He doesn't want to be in New Orleans. He feels betrayed. But why the Cavs? We can offer him a good chunk of change, he can play beside a young PG with a bright future, AND, people are forgetting, he's from Indianapolis. Meaning, he can have a chance to play back towards home, have a legitimate contract that shows he won't be getting moved, and play for an owner that's willing to do anything to make this team win (Sterling is not that owner. Minus the CP3 trade, Sterling is probably the worst owner in the NBA).
2.) As many on this site have already stated, Greg Oden. Granted, he needs to be healthy, and I wouldn't be comfortable throwing a whole lot of money at him. But, being close to the Cleveland Clinic, a great medical staff, and again, back towards his home of Indianapolis, could possibly resurrect this injury-prone Center's career. He was also AAU teammates with Eric Gordon, so if we can make a legitimate run at Gordon, perhaps Oden wouldn't be as far of a stretch as some think. Again, it's a risk, but in the rebuilding years it's fine to take a gamble as long as it's not ridiculously expensive, and has the possibility of truly helping out a franchise.
Recap: Draft Lamb or Perry Jones to fill our serious need at the 3. If the Kings pick is used this year, take a slight gamble on someone with massive upside. Make a strong push for Eric Gordon who WILL BE looking for a new team/identity, and check Oden's health before attempting to bring him to Cleveland. Dream scenario? Probably. But, it's not as unrealistic as what some may think.