Thursday, June 9, 2016

Are Kevin Love's days numbered in Cleveland?


It's the same story with Kevin Love since he came to Cleveland finishing off LeBron's big three in the decision part 2. The Cavaliers pulled of a blockbuster deal sending then first overall pick Andrew Wiggins to the Timberwolves for Kevin Love. Since the trade Wiggins has been a bright young star with the Wolves, winning both rookie of the year and the MVP at the NBA's rising stars’ competition. As for Love his first year in Cleveland was brought to an end with a shoulder injury in the first round against the Boston Celtics. 


After the injury many questions were raised about whether Love was a good fit in Cleveland, and if he wanted leave there entering free agency. He subsequently returned on a five year 110-million-dollar deal and in his second year as a part of the Cavs big three has been solid in certain games. But another injury this time a concussion, has raised more questions about Love's durability. Add in a Cavaliers blow out victory with Love watching instead of playing, more questions have been raised. Richard Jefferson's decent performance in the Cavs victory could spell the of Love's starting time in this year’s finals. 

It could also bring in end to Love's time in Cleveland as many experts have stated that without a victory in this year’s finals. The Cavs will look to appease LeBron by upgrading their roster, which could lead to a Kevin Love sweepstakes. One team who was reportedly in on Love at the trade deadline was the Boston Celtics who made a big push two summers ago for Love. The Celtics reportedly made a low ball offer to the Cavs right before the trade deadline looking to upgrade their roster. With Love's stock seemingly at an all time low, the Celtics may not have to give up much to bring the big man to Boston. 

Tyronn Lue will have tough decision with Love and the Cavaliers lineup come game four on Friday night in Cleveland. Almost like Steve Kerr last year in the finals when he decided to sit Andrew Bogut and put in Andre Iguodala. Which turned the tide for the Warriors and brought the Larry O'Brien trophy back to the bay area for the fourth time. Friday night will provide the answers that so many are looking for, and who knows maybe Love has a breakout game silencing the critics. 

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