Recently, the Cleveland Cavaliers raised eyebrows by trading small forward Isaac Okoro to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for point guard Lonzo Ball. The move gives the Cavsanother player who can handle the ball, as well as a capable spot-up shooter and elite defender who can fit in a wide variety of lineups.
Recently, Cavs general manager Koby Altman released a statement in the wake of the move.
We are very excited about this opportunity to acquire someone with the skillset and versatility that Lonzo Ball brings to this team,” read the statement, per Spencer Davies of Sports Illustrated on X, formerly Twitter. “We have built a team for sustainable success and finding a way to improve around the edges has been our focus this offseason, and the addition of Lonzo represents part of that process.”
Altman also made sure to shout out Okoro for his time with the Cs.
I would also like to thank Isaac Okoro for his professionalism, hard work, and the true grit he brought to the court during his five seasons in Cleveland. We wish Isaac and his family nothing but the best in the future,” the statement continued.
