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Cleveland Cavaliers: 6 potential trades to save their season

By Tony Pesta

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 25: Head coach Tyronn Lue of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks with George Hill #3 Cedi Osman #16 and Tristan Thompson #13 while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on October 25, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit won the game 110-103. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 25: Head coach Tyronn Lue of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks with George Hill #3 Cedi Osman #16 and Tristan Thompson #13 while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on October 25, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit won the game 110-103. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /
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Trade No. 6

A common theme throughout all of these trades will be improving the Cleveland Cavaliers’ defense. While the offense hasn’t been great either, the Cavs have been one of the worst defensive team in the entire league, ranking 28th in defensive rating.

Opposing teams have found no trouble getting their shooters open looks against the Cavaliers. Because of this, the Cavs are giving up the second-most 3-pointers in the NBA. On average, the Cavaliers allow 14.2 3-pointers a game. It is clear they need an upgrade to their perimeter defense.

Perhaps trading George Hill for DeMarre Carroll of the Brooklyn Nets could help them buff up their defense. Carroll is a player who became known for his defensive capabilities earlier in his career. He has the physical tools to guard multiple positions, making him an ideal piece to any teams rotation.

Currently, Carroll is sidelined with an ankle injury and there is no timetable for his return. However, pulling off this trade would almost certainly improve the Cavs defense. The addition of Carroll would help make them a more well-rounded team.

However, the Nets are already overflowing with guards, and may prefer to just keep Carroll and his expiring contract instead.

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