Bradley Beal, 6-3, 207lbs, 18 years old, Freshman, Florida
Beal is a perfect fit for the Cavaliers, he can create his own shot or play off the ball with Kyrie Irving at the point. Beal would provide Irving an offensive threat to go along with Antawn Jamison and Alonzo Gee. He would step right into the starting SG position and help the team immensely on both offense and defense. Beal averaged 14.8 points and 6.7 rebounds this year while leading his Florida Gators to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament. I don't think anyone would complain if the Cavaliers used their top pick on Bradley Beal this year.
William Buford, 6-6, 220lbs, 22 years old, Senior, Ohio State
William Buford would provide the Cavaliers with size and athleticism at the 2 or 3 positions, something they lack severely. Since Buford can play either the SG or SF position, he is an interesting prospect. He can shoot from all ranges and is very experienced in all kinds of situations. He has averaged around 14 points a game in his 4-year career at Ohio State. While Buford won't be a lottery pick, the Cavs could take him with their 1st round pick from the Lakers or their first 2nd round pick. He has a lot of potential.
Austin Rivers, 6-4, 200lbs, 19 years old, Freshman, Duke
Austin Rivers was the top prospect out of high school last year. He played very well, but not up to the expectations he came into Duke with. Rivers averaged 15.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. He hit big shots and has an excellent jump shot to go along with his amazing ability to drive to the basket. However, there a few serious knocks on Rivers that may cause him to fall out of the lottery. Rivers has had some character issues involving his ego and selfishness and the Cavs certainly don't want another superstar like that. (Example 1: LeBron James) Another knock on him is he has to dominate the ball to be effective which wouldn't really work in Cleveland with Kyrie Irving at point guard. However, if Austin Rivers is still available when the Cavs are on the clock with their second 1st round pick I don't see them passing up on his talent.
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