Cleveland Cavaliers: Each core players ceiling this season

3. Cedi Osman

Ceiling: Career-high in points 

Of all the players on the Cavaliers roster, Cedi Osman is the one that feels the most uncertain. He is already a fan favorite and has shown brief glimpses of promise, but there is a reason to believe his ceiling could be cut short this season.

Osman has potential as a versatile forward that can put the ball on the floor and attack the rim. His 13.0 points per game last season proved that he can put the ball in the hoop when given the chance, but his inconsistent 3-point shooting held him back.

Only two players in the league shot a lower percentage on wide-open 3-pointers than Osman last season. An overall 34.8 percent shooter from deep, Osman must convert on his open looks if he wants to remain a focal point of Cleveland’s offense.

The Cavaliers are beginning to emphasize shooting. Collin Sexton is an efficient shooter while rookies such as Garland and Windler specialize in shooting as well. If Osman fails to improve his jump shot, Windler could quickly take his place in the starting lineup.

On the flip side, Osman will become an offensive threat if he becomes a consistent shooter. Already a talented scorer off of the dribble, a reliable 3-point shot will make Osman an offensive weapon capable of scoring at will.

Assuming Osman has been in the gym practicing his shot, we should expect to see him average a career-high in points this year. At his absolute peak, Osman could be a borderline 20 points per game scorer within a few seasons.