NBA trade rumors are swirling around again between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Sacramento Kings. Previous trade talks between two teams were already discussed involving Kevin Love and DeMarcus Cousins but it never happened.
But according to latest reports, a new set of trade talks is being discussed between the two teams but this time Cousins is out of the picture. Rumors are saying that Love will still be there plus a teammate in exchange for Kings four players and a draft pick.
As per NBA trade rumors machine, the Cavs and the Kings deal involves six players and most of those players are regular in trade rumors. Trade scenario is suggesting that the Cavs will send Love and J.R. Smith to the Kings and in return, they will acquire Rudy Gay, Willie Cauley-Stein, Ben McLemore, Darren Collison and a 2017 1st round pick.
Some say a Gay-Cauley Stein for Love swap is better for both teams and not include Smith in the mix as he just recently signed with the Cavs as per stated on the website. Unless the Kings will also give up Aaron Afflalo, the Cavs might consider releasing Smith to them.
In a separate report of Ecumenical News, the Cavs are the defending champs and they have to upgrade their roster especially their second unit. The addition of Cauley-Stein, Collison, McLemore and Gay will answer all the issue the Cavs have in their current lineup.
The report further breaks down the deal will bring into the Cavs. Cauley-Stein can fill in their power forward and center position that will help their defense in the middle. Collison can replace Mo Williams, who is set to retire before the season began, and backup for Kyrie Irving at the point guard position.
Meanwhile, McLemore will be Smith possible replacement if ever the trade pushes through. Though McLemore needs more polishing, he has the potential to become a reliable scorer if properly guided by the Cavs. As for Gay, the Cavs will acquire a veteran shooter that will bring in his 10 years experience and a good complement to LeBron James.
As of this moment, none of the teams involved confirmed these NBA trade rumors but this could be one of those that both teams can be revisited and might likely to happen. Will the Cavs release Kevin Love and J.R. Smith to the Kings? Can Rudy Gay, Willie Cauley-Stein, Ben McLemore and Darren Collison fill in Love and Smith's position if ever the trade pushes thru?
