The NBA is constantly evolving. Trends come and go, but some stick. At times, changes occur throughout the league that permanently alter the game.
Small-ball has been one of those changes. It’s not that big men don’t have a place in the NBA anymore – they do. Still, any team would benefit from having lineups they’re able to run that prioritize speed.
Try telling that to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
In 2021-22, the Cavs zagged where the league was zigging. They started a triple towers lineup featuring Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley, and Lauri Markkanen in the starting lineup.
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To a degree, it was effective. Still, one wonders if eventually, this team may realize that Mobley’s natural position is the 5.
If they already have, here’s a deal that sends Jarrett Allen to the Charlotte Hornets.