Following a snooze of an NBA trade deadline, the potential buyout market is sizzling hot.
Teams now have less than a week (March 1) to release a player who can be signed and added to a playoff roster, meaning we could see some big names switching jerseys soon.
Following a trade that sent Anderson Varejao and Jared Cunningham out in favor of Channing Frye, the Cleveland Cavaliers can now sign two free agents to reach the maximum roster size of 15.
While some notable players could hit the market, Cleveland should be more interested in fit rather than overall talent. With a deep rotation, the Cavs only have one or two true areas of need, and they should target veterans who can pass on knowledge of their own experiences to the younger guys.
These are the top five players the Cavaliers should pursue, if they become available.
No. 5: Joe Johnson, SF, Brooklyn Nets
2015-16 Stats Per Game: 33.9 MIN, 11.8 PTS, 3.9 REB, 4.1 AST, 11.0 PER
Joe Johnson is the biggest potential name to hit the free-agent market, but that doesn't make him the best fit with the Cavaliers.
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Article written by Greg Swartz
Ranking Best NBA Buyout Candidates the Cleveland Cavaliers Should Pursue
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