With the NBA draft less than a week away, the Cleveland Cavaliers have reportedly signaled that they are willing to trade down from the 14th pick, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Cleveland has hosted several prospects it could target at 14, and several others projected to go later in the first round. The team, led by president Koby Altman, would reportedly entertain moving down if it could acquire an additional future first-rounder.
The Cavaliers hit a home run last year by taking Evan Mobley with the third pick and will likely be looking to take the best player available on Thursday. However, if they can move down and acquire future draft capital, they could elect to do so.
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Altman & Co. figure to have a busy summer ahead with the draft and free agency afterward. They also have the contract situation with Collin Sexton, who is a restricted free agent and is eligible for an extension. However, his future in Cleveland is not set in stone.
Cleveland was a surprise team last year that stayed near the top of the standings until it dealt with several injuries toward the end of the season and eventually missed the playoffs. They will be looking to improve this offseason and could get started on Thursday.
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