For the last few seasons, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ starting frontcourt has been a strength. Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen have been one of the better big man duos in the league since 2022, but the problem Cleveland had was their lack of depth behind them.
The Cavs have rotated through their third big spot for the last few years. Dean Wade has been the most ideal fit, but he has battled injuries and inconsistency in big moments. Tristan Thompson was a mainstay the last two seasons, but was largely ineffective, and a far cry from his 2016 form.