Why The Cleveland Cavaliers Do The Deal 

Some Cavaliers fans may not covet Beasley. They may prefer to see a bigger wing come to town. 

Fair. At the same time, if any team has the bandwidth to run Beasley at the 3, it’s the Cavs. With their jumbo-sized frontcourt pairing of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley, this team can lose some size at the 3. 

It should be worth the compromise if they’re acquiring Beasley. He’s a lethal movement shooter. Moreover, his athleticism allows him to contribute transition opportunities on a routine basis. 

He’s also a solid defender. Beasley’s lower body strength allows him to check bigger men.

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Even with his 6’4 stature, Beasley can play the 3 for the Cavs. This is a positionless league, after all.