The Cleveland Cavaliers ended the 2024-25 season as the second-best 3-point shooting team in the NBA by percentage. As a collective, Kenny Atkinson’s team shot 38.3% from deep on an average of 41.5 attempts per night.
However, the team’s perimeter-based offense slightly faltered once the postseason began. Cleveland ranked 5th in the playoffs for 3-point percentage, shooting 36.3%, despite their shots per game roughly remaining the same.
Therefore, it would make sense if the Cavaliers moved to add another perimeter sniper this summer. ClutchPoints’ Enzo Flojo recently pinpointed sharpshooting guard Seth Curry as a logical addition to the rotation. Curry is currently an unrestricted free agent and would likely sign for a veteran minimum deal.
“Curry led the league last season with a staggering 45.6 percent three-point shooting clip while playing for the Charlotte Hornets,” Flojo reasoned. “Even more remarkable, Curry made 53.8 percent of his threes off passes from LaMelo Ball. That showcased a deadly synergy when paired with a skilled playmaker. That could be an ideal fit given Cleveland just acquired Lonzo Ball, who, like his brother, is a solid distributor.”
Curry would be a strong addition to the Cavaliers’ bench unit, where he would likely team up with the recently recruited Lonzo Ball.
Cavaliers’ Looking to Trade Dean Wade
According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cleveland has placed Dean Wade on the trade block. The sixth-year forward is reportedly drawing interest from the Dallas Mavericks.
“It’s worth noting there was plenty of chatter in the desert about defense-first forward Dean Wade possibly being moved,” Fedor reported. “An unrestricted free agent following the season, the current belief is Wade likely wouldn’t return, with cap-strapped Cleveland being unable to afford him. So, do the Cavs try to get something of value now before he potentially departs? Sources say numerous contenders from each conference have expressed interest. The Dallas Mavericks have been fans for a few years, and a former Cleveland assistant is part of the coaching staff.”
According to Spotrac, the Cavaliers project to be on the hook for an estimated $141 million in luxury tax payments next season. Parting ways with Wade could be a necessary evil to help trim costs and provide the front office with some flexibility moving forward.
Cavaliers Could Target Victor Oladipo
Andy Quach of Sports Illustrated recently suggested that Cavaliers’ President of Basketball Operations, Koby Altman, turn his attention toward Victor Oladipo.
“At this point in the offseason, Cleveland shouldn’t be looking for a solid-but-unspectacular innings-eater,” Quach wrote. “Instead, they should be using their two open roster spots to swing for the fences in hopes of adding somebody who can significantly raise their ceiling and potentially help lead them to a championship. Victor Oladipo could be that guy.”
Oladipo recently announced that he has overcome the injury issues that have kept him out of the NBA for the past two seasons. He was last seen during the 2022-23 season, when he played 42 games for the Miami Heat. If healthy, he could be another strong addition of a minimum-scale contract.
Cleveland would be wise to explore their options when it comes to cost-controlled deals. After all, having elite-level depth is a big part in making a push to win a championship.
Cavaliers’ Urged to Target Elite 3-Point Shooter in Free Agency