http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2010/02/report_cavaliers_in_3-way_trad.html
I have always been a fan of Jamison's He's a 20-point, 10-rebound guy who can shoot from any range. He will stretch the defense. He is a matchup problem for teams. He plays defense. He's hungry for wins. He's a professional. There is nothing not to like about Jamison. Also, he has two years and $28 million left on his contract. Not bad at all.
If you are an opposing team, how do you defend the Cavs? How do you gameplan against LeBron? Shaq? Jamison? The team's 3-point shooters? All of the above. This team is a the quintessential nightmare for opposing coaches.
This is a great deal for many reasons, one is the price. A first-round pick and Zyrdunas Ilgauskas, who could return in 30 days via buyout by the Wizards? That is a slam dunk for the Cavs, no matter how you look at it. Not to mention the Cavs keep their promising young forward in J.J. Hickson.
Danny Ferry has made several good trades (the one for Mo Williams and the one for Shaq stick out in my mind). This is right up there and could be the best. Dan Gilbert also deserves credit for paying the luxury tax as the Cavs' payroll continues to increase. If that means nothing to you or is confusing, what it means is that that Gilbert will pay money, lots of money, out of his own pocket to win a championship. This move bodes well for the chances of LeBron staying, as this Cavs roster is by far the best in his six seasons.
Thumbs way up.
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