Cleveland Cavaliers Receive: G/F Andrew Wiggins
Golden State Warriors Receive: C Jarrett Allen
Often, imperfections can spawn from an attempt to double down.
Every NBA team is looking for an edge. Sometimes, they’ll try to gain one by doubling down on a certain skill set at the expense of another. They’re hoping the trade-off will be worth their while.
For example, the Cavaliers must have known the spacing between Allen and Mobley was problematic.
They were hoping that their combined length and mobility would make up for that shortcoming.
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Perhaps it will. The Cavaliers could still easily make a deep playoff run. With that said, if they don’t, they may be forced to assemble a more balanced roster.
Does this deal help them do that?