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Report: Sources Reveal What Type of Players Cavs Are Looking for in Kyrie Irving Trade
- Updated: July 24, 2017

Kyrie Irving has let the Cleveland Cavaliers know where he is hoping to end up as a result of his trade request, but the Cavs will most likely be looking to trade the disgruntled star to whatever team offers the best deal.
Several trades have been rumored to be developing with multiple teams, but thanks to ESPN‘s Zach Lowe, we now know exactly what the Cavaliers are hoping to get out of this unfortunate situation.
The Cavs are looking at Irving’s demand as an opportunity to both bolster their current roster, and begin to build for the future.
“Cleveland is seeking a bundle of assets, but the highest priority right now is snagging a blue-chip young player, according to sources across the league. That is not necessarily a signal they think (LeBron) James is leaving. They would like to get everything: one or two veterans who can help LeBron dethrone Golden State, that blue-chipper, and picks. They want to prepare for a worst-case scenario of LeBron leaving without shoving him out the door by acquiring players he deems unready. Even so, the blue-chipper appears to be their guidepost”
It appears that Cavs are also looking at past trades to make sure they get the best bang for their buck.
“Koby Altman has studied every star trade of the past decade-plus,” Lowe added. “They took special note of Phoenix flipping an unhappy Goran Dragic on an expiring contract for two first-round picks, including Miami’s unprotected 2021 pick. They are shooting for the mother lode.”
The fact that Altman and the rest of the Cavs’ front office is taking time to analyze current offers and past trades is very promising. While Irving’s talent will surely be missed, his departure is also an opportunity to build depth, look to the future, and continue the pursuit of another NBA championship.
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