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10 Free Agents the Cleveland Cavaliers Could Target with the Mid-Level Exception

Published by
Jeff Paslowski

9. Norris Cole, PG, New Orleans Pelicans

The final two spots on the list are dedicated to players who will specifically lighten the load off of Irving. After a season in which he was in the top 10 in the league in minutes played as well as breaking his knee cap, Irving will need to see a decrease in his minutes per game. And while Matthew Dellavedova provided a defensive spark in the playoffs, Norris Cole has the athleticism and ball-handling ability to provide a more consistent presence at the backup point guard position. This would allow Dellevadova the opportunity to play more off the ball when in the game — something he seems to do with more comfort and confidence. In addition to fitting into this role, Cole’s relationship with LeBron James, not only as a former teammate in Miami but also in having the same agent in Rich Paul, cannot be ignored.

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Jeff Paslowski

A former sports editor at Gannon University, Jeff is currently a 10th-12th grade Language Arts teacher and head golf coach at Girard High School in Girard, PA. In addition to holding a love of reading and the written word, Jeff is also passionate for all things related to Cleveland, New York City and Bruce Springsteen. Writing influences include Bill Simmons and Chuck Klosterman.

Published by
Jeff Paslowski

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