This Knicks-Cavaliers Trade Gives New York Point Guard Of Future

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Why It Makes Sense For The Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers do not appear likely to match offers for Collin Sexton in Restricted Free Agency. With that in mind, they should get whatever value they can for him.

This trade bolsters their bench depth. Nerlens Noel is a top-tier reserve big, and a distinct upgrade over Moses Brown. Alec Burks minimizes the loss of franchise mainstay Cedi Osman. In fact, his career 38.0% shooting from long distance trumps Osman’s 34.9% mark, even if he gives up an inch on defense.

Meanwhile, Evan Fournier may or may not be a Caris LeVert replacement. LeVert is the more talented player, but he struggles with efficiency in a way that Fournier simply isn’t known to. Alternatively, the two could potentially co-exist, as either is capable of soaking up minutes at the 3.

Finally, the Cavs get a little draft capital for their trouble. That 2023 first-round pick may be the kicker. While it would seem unlikely that the Mavericks will fall to the lottery, the NBA is nothing if not unpredictable.

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Regardless, landing a platoon of quality veterans and any draft capital for a player you’re not using is a no-brainer.

If the New York Knicks are interested, the Cleveland Cavaliers shouldn’t hesitate to pull the trigger on this deal.

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When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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