Cleveland Cavaliers receive: F Jae Crowder, F/C Dario Saric
Phoenix Suns receive: F Caris LeVert
Having said all of that about star players and role players, we’ll say this: floor balance is essential to an NBA team’s success.
Yes, star players are the most important ones. A team full of playmakers and scorers will always beat a team full of 3-and-D wings and rim-protecting big men.
At the same time, a team featuring a good mixture of each will always be optimal in the NBA.
Contending teams strive to achieve that balance. In a traditional rebuilding cycle, a team drafts a star or two, trades for another star or two, start winning games and then trades for players that fit alongside those stars.
LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Cleveland Cavaliers & Phoenix Suns Updates
The Cleveland Cavaliers may have completed their rebuilding cycle recently. After landing Donovan Mitchell via trade, it’s safe to say they don’t need any more star players.
With that said, they could stand to boost their supporting cast.
Does this deal boost it enough?
