Exactly how close do the Cleveland Cavaliers believe they are to competing? They can answer that question using a significant trade in the NBA offseason.
The Cavaliers fell off a bit toward the end of the season after a hot start in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland missed the playoffs after losing in the NBA Play-In Tournament. This does not alter any progress made by this franchise over the last year.
Cleveland came into this season as a question mark. Many thought they would struggle. Instead, Darius Garland played like an All-Star while Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen held down the frontcourt. Suddenly, there is a strong core in Cleveland for the future.
If they want to make a big splash, there are some options this offseason. The Washington Wizards have still not known what they plan to do with Bradley Beal.
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He has not requested a trade, and Washington does not seem like they want to move him. That could all change if the two sides agree to go differently.
If this happens, it would be the ultimate blockbuster for both sides. Let’s look at a potential trade that could land built in Cleveland this offseason.
