5 wing players the Cleveland Cavaliers should trade for
The Memphis Grizzlies have been nothing short of a disappointment this season. Injuries, firings, and trade rumors have impacted this organization and it’s taking a toll on the team.
The Memphis Grizzlies are tied for the worst record in the Western Conference. Standing at (12-27) the Grizzlies seem to be on the brink of crumbling. Mike Conley has missed 26 games while rehabbing an Achilles injury. Earlier on this season, the Grizzlies fired former head coach, David Fizdale, and it was rumored that Marc Gasol was the reason why.
Soon after, trade rumors surrounding Marc Gasol swirled around the franchise, however, nothing too serious came out of them. In the midst of the drama-filled season, Tyreke Evans has been quietly playing some of his best basketball since his rookie year.
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Evans is averaging 19.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.7 assists. To add on, Evans is shooting 47.1% from the field and 41.6% from three which are both second highest of his career.
Tyreke Evans seems to be on the trade block, and Memphis’ asking price isn’t too high.
"ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski: Memphis wants to find a first-round pick for Tyreke Evans, but that is likely to prove difficult. The Grizzlies have missed in several drafts on first-rounders, including the waiving of 2015 No. 17 pick Wade Baldwin, and need to replenish their stock of picks. As a rental on an expiring deal, it is hard to imagine Evans delivering that kind of a return."
In addition to the low asking price, Evan’s salary is very team friendly. Evans is on a 1-year deal worth $3,290,000. It’s been reported that the Cavs have no interest in trading the Brooklyn Nets pick. However, if the interest in Evans is great enough, they have their own first rounder they are able to trade.