When Cleveland was awarded the first overall pick if the second straight NBA Draft, they already had their work cut out for them: do better than they did last time around. Anthony Bennett had one of the worst seasons by a #1 overall pick in NBA history, and as the Cavs try to rebuild themselves into a Eastern Conference power, they players who can contribute now - not four or five seasons down the line.
Here are the three best options for Cleveland, ranked from
Dante Exum
Andrew Wiggins
Jabari Parker
Of all the players in this draft, Parker is the one who can help most right away. A shockingly complete 6'8 scorer, Parker plays well beyond his 19 years and can instantly improve the Cavs in a number of areas.
A knock-down shooter with fantastic instincts, Parker can mesh
Worst-Case Scenario: Josh Howard 2.0
Best-Case Scenario: A more complete, athletic Carmelo Anthony
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