Why The Cleveland Cavaliers Do The Deal
Realistically, the Cavaliers would be wishing they had Frankenstein’s laboratory following this deal. If they could merge Gordon and Nwaba, they’d have exactly the player they need.
This Cavaliers team needs a strong 3-and-D wing. Meanwhile, Gordon is an elite three-point shooter. He’s also a solid if unexceptional defender. At the same time, at 6’3, he’s a little undersized at the 3 spot.
By contrast, Nwaba is a stout defensive 3. Unfortunately, his three-point shot is entirely unreliable. Does it behoove the Cavs to acquire them both?
We think so. The Cavaliers could use them situationally. When they need spacing, they go to Gordon, and when they need defense, they turn to Nwaba.
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Meanwhile, they still have Cedi Osman and Isaac Okoro on the roster. With star contributors at every other position, the Cavaliers should live with a deep platoon of decent options at the 3.
Overall, that should be enough to make them a contender – whether you consider them built, bought, or somewhere in between.
