Get 23 a quality running-mate. We are going to keep banging that drum until it happens.
Why do I keep hearing that Kevin Garnett is finally available, but I don't hear the Cavs' name in the hunt? Any deal for a big time player would likely have to include Larry Hughes - so bet it. I would work hard to keep Anderson Varejao out of that package and insert Drew Gooden instead. Hughes and Gooden form a good starting point from which to work. Yes, I realizes more would be needed to get KJ. I'm all for it.
I could see the Cavaliers going after Shawn Marion or Leandro Barbosa instead - especially since Ferry and new Suns' GM Steve Kerr are good friends going back to their Cavalier days. I prefer KJ and what he brings to the table. Marion is a nice, athletic player who has had the good fortunte of playing with Steve Nash. Barbosa is intriguing, but I would rather go with the sure thing.
The second order of business is to re-sign Anderson Varejao. He's simply more valuable to them than Drew Gooden and Z. Just check out how often he was on the court down the stretch compared to their starting 4 and 5 the past two years. The Cavs will have to pay him probably more than he is actually worth - but it's a must sign considering he's young, brings much-needed energy to the floor and still has an upside to his game.
Third, get a defensive presence in the middle. The Cavaliers have not had a true shot-blocking presence inside since the days of Nance and Williams some 15 years ago - and they were actually forwards who could protect the paint. Even someone who gives them 20-25 minutes a night inside will do. It would improve their team defensive numbers even more. The present roster is void of that element and it shows.
Finally, I could care less if the Cavaliers don't acquire a #1 pick in Thursday's upcoming draft. They have numerous other more immediate priorities. Trading for a #1 pick is window-dressing right now unless it's a targeted top-10 pick that may be of help right away. I want veteran, quality help for 23!
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