3 Strategic Trade Options for Cleveland Cavaliers' Offseason Moves
The Cleveland Cavaliers completed their best season in four years with a 44-38 record but missed the playoffs. While their core of All-Stars Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen, and Rookie of the Year runner-up Evan Mobley is strong, some strategic trades could help push them into contention. Here are three potential trade scenarios:
Trade 1: Adding Scoring Depth
- Cavaliers receive: Terrence Ross
- Magic receive: Cedi Osman, Dylan Windler, 2024 2nd Round Pick
- Ross would provide instant offense off the bench, averaging 10+ points in limited minutes
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Trade 2: Kevin Love Deal
- Cavaliers receive: Duncan Robinson, P.J. Tucker, Haywood Highsmith
- Heat receive: Kevin Love
- Would give Cavs elite three-point shooting while helping Heat clear cap space
Trade 3: Star Addition
- Cavaliers receive: Donovan Mitchell, Royce O'Neal
- Jazz receive: Collin Sexton, Lauri Markannen, Isaac Okoro, 2024/2026 1st Round Picks, 2025 2nd Round Pick
- Mitchell would provide elite scoring (23.9 PPG career average) and form dynamic backcourt with Garland
These moves could transform the Cavaliers' roster while maintaining their young core, potentially creating a serious Eastern Conference contender built around Garland, Mitchell, Mobley, and Allen.
The ideal scenario would combine aspects of these trades to add scoring punch, veteran leadership, and star power while preserving future flexibility. With smart moves, Cleveland could quickly become a force in the East.
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