Sep 26, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach David Blatt and general manager David Griffin address the media during media day at Cleveland Clinic Courts. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Who are the top 5 rim protectors the Cleveland Cavaliers could go after?
The Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off a huge trade on Monday in acquiring J.R. Smith and Iman Shumpert, but they still need to find a rim protector to complete their roster and strengthen their frontcourt. Rim protection has been a massive problem for the Cavaliers all season long, and it’s now a weakness that has many pegging Cleveland as a one-and-done team in the postseason.
Of course, all of this can be corrected with some winning, but that may not happen until a true rim protector is acquired or signed. It’s not a deep market of big men in the NBA, at least available ones, as the Cavaliers may have to get creative in finding someone to fill their dire need for a rim protector this season.
Here’s a look at the best options on the market for the Cleveland Cavaliers in their search for a rim protector.
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