Cleveland lost in the playoffs to the Knicks, because their front court (Allen & Mobley) was dramatically outplayed by the Knicks center (Mitchell?). Allen and Mobley need to add a ton of muscle so they don't get pushed around, if their play doesn't improve than the Cavs are doomed and no amount of 3 point shooting will save them. The best thing for Emoni Bates is to play in the G League as its a big step up from college and he needs to add more dimensions (defense and passing) to his game. I'm a big fan of Emoni Bates, but he is probably three years away from being a rotation player on the Cavs. But he is definitely worth waiting for.
My expectations are him playing for the Charge at the beginning to get more playing time and develop. I think putting on muscle and getting stronger. While gaining experience will help him with his defensive issues. Hopefully he can learn from certain guys to be smarter offensively.
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Good selection by the Cavs. Low risk, high reward potential
He’ll be starting by the end of the season, book it💯
Great commentary. I believe he's the best pure 3 we have. I'd like to see him get a few starts, see how he adapts…
Every once in a while a second round rookie will have an immediate impact like boobie gibson
Cleveland lost in the playoffs to the Knicks, because their front court (Allen & Mobley) was dramatically outplayed by the Knicks center (Mitchell?). Allen and Mobley need to add a ton of muscle so they don't get pushed around, if their play doesn't improve than the Cavs are doomed and no amount of 3 point shooting will save them. The best thing for Emoni Bates is to play in the G League as its a big step up from college and he needs to add more dimensions (defense and passing) to his game. I'm a big fan of Emoni Bates, but he is probably three years away from being a rotation player on the Cavs. But he is definitely worth waiting for.
I see some Jordan Clarkson in him
My expectations are him playing for the Charge at the beginning to get more playing time and develop. I think putting on muscle and getting stronger. While gaining experience will help him with his defensive issues. Hopefully he can learn from certain guys to be smarter offensively.
I see Paul George in emoni
I will like to see him develop into a very good 6 man for us