Cleveland Cavaliers big Jarrett Allen blocks a shot. (Photo by David Richard-USA TODAY Sports)
After acquiring Jarrett Allen through the James Harden trade from the Brooklyn Nets, the Cleveland Cavaliers front office knew they would probably have to shell out some big money for at least one player this offseason. The Cavs lucked out at the 2021 NBA Draft Lottery and wound up with the third overall pick.
While, yes this was a great stroke of luck, it also made the decision about who would end up with the big money this offseason, a lot tougher.