Cavs' 2024-25 offseason intensifies (June 2) as Suns target coaches & a Donovan Mitchell trade rumor surfaces. Will Cleveland's core change? Read more!
StatPro NBA Beat Reporter
Just when Cavs fans thought the offseason might offer a moment to catch their breath, Monday, June 2nd, delivered a potent mix of intrigue and uncertainty. The Phoenix Suns are reportedly zeroing in on two of Cleveland's own assistant coaches for their head coaching vacancy, while a massive four-team trade proposal involving Donovan Mitchell has hit the rumor mill. It's clear the Cavaliers are facing a pivotal summer with potentially seismic shifts on the horizon.
Despite criticism... Allen was actually one of Cleveland's best performers in the first three games of the [Pacers] series, posting 12 points/5 rebounds, 22 points/12 rebounds, and 19 points/12 rebounds respectively.
The first major piece of news involves Kenny Atkinson's coaching staff. The Phoenix Suns have reportedly narrowed down their head coaching search and, significantly for Cleveland, two Cavaliers assistant coaches are among the finalists. While the specific names weren't fully detailed as either Ott or Bryant, this development means the Cavs could lose a key strategic mind. If one of them lands the Phoenix job, Koby Altman and the front office will have an important offseason task in finding a suitable replacement to maintain coaching continuity and expertise.
As if potential coaching changes weren't enough, ESPN has thrown a major log on the trade fire. A proposed four-team deal has been floated that would see Donovan Mitchell traded to the Dallas Mavericks. Details on the full return package for the Cavaliers remain scarce in this hypothetical scenario, but the mere mention of Mitchell's name in such a significant trade proposal is enough to send shockwaves through the fanbase. What would the Cavs look like without Spida? And what kind of haul would even begin to compensate for losing a player of his caliber? These are the questions now buzzing.
The Jarrett Allen trade speculation also continues to simmer following the Cavaliers' playoff exit. While some criticism was leveled at his performance in the latter stages of the series against the Pacers, it's crucial to remember his impact earlier on. In the first three games, Allen was a force, putting up impressive numbers: 12 points and 5 rebounds in Game 1, a dominant 22 points and 12 rebounds in Game 2, and 19 points with 12 rebounds in Game 3. Analysts are increasingly pointing out that Cleveland's lack of reliable frontcourt depth is a more pressing concern than Allen's individual contributions, making any decision to trade him a complex one that needs to address that underlying issue.
Monday brought a whirlwind of potential changes, from the coaching staff to the core of our roster. The coming weeks will be crucial as the front office navigates these complex situations. Will we see a shake-up on the sidelines? Is a Donovan Mitchell blockbuster truly on the horizon? And what's the final word on Jarrett Allen? Stay tuned, Cavs Nation, this offseason is just getting started and promises to be anything but boring.
