‘We Would’ve Gone Further’ – 2 Former Cavs Guard Suggest Trading Them is a Mistake After Team Gets Swept in ECF
The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing pressure to make significant changes after being swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. Former players have expressed that trading key players might be a mistake, suggesting the team could have advanced further with their original roster. James Harden and head coach Kenny Atkinson remain optimistic about the team's potential for next season, emphasizing the importance of time to develop chemistry.
- ▪The Cavaliers were swept by the Knicks in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals.
- ▪James Harden and Kenny Atkinson believe the team can improve with more time together.
- ▪Former Cavs guard Darius Garland expressed that he could have contributed more than Harden during the playoffs.
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