The Cleveland Cavaliers need to move Kevin Love's $30 million per year contract to continue their youth movement. Here are three practical ways to trade Love:

1. Attach a Future Draft Pick

• Similar to how Lakers traded Danny Green and 76ers moved Al Horford
• Use a future pick (not current) as a sweetener
• Makes the large contract more palatable for receiving teams
• Allows Cavs to clear cap space for younger players

2. Package with Another Player

• Include a role player like Cedi Osman as an incentive
• Osman offers value as an inconsistent but talented forward
• Avoid including core young players like Sexton
• Makes the deal more attractive for potential trade partners

3. Prioritize the Move

• Love's attitude and performance don't justify his contract
• His presence could negatively impact team culture
• Moving him opens opportunities for young players like Dean Wade
• Creates space for Evan Mobley to play alongside Jarrett Allen

The key is finding the right combination of assets to offset Love's expensive contract while maintaining the team's young core. Getting his salary off the books would give the Cavs more flexibility to build around their emerging talent.

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