The Cavaliers and Danny Green had some discussions when he reached free agency in 2021, but Cleveland was coming off a 22-50 season at that time and Green – focused on contending – ended up signing a two-year deal with the Sixers, writes Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com (subscription required). After signing with the Cavs on Wednesday, Green reflected on that decision and observed that the club’s outlook has changed substantially in the last two years.
“That was before we knew how good they could be,” Green said. “They have grown since then. I wouldn’t say we kept in touch, but I’ve always been watching them and what they’ve been doing.”
As Fedor writes, Green received interest from the Suns, Celtics, and Lakers upon reaching a buyout agreement with Houston following last week’s trade deadline. He ultimately chose the Cavaliers, who offered him $2MM for the rest of the season but gave him no assurances about playing time, per Fedor.
“The atmosphere, the culture seems to be really great,” Green said, explaining why he signed with the Cavs. “They’re doing some good things. They had an opportunity to make it happen and they were the most interested, which made it seem like it was a good fit and good spot. A team that really wanted me, needed me.
“Good opportunity to probably get some minutes on the floor with a team that’s going to be in the playoffs. That was a big emphasis for me. They are one of the teams that fit that category. They haven’t let me down yet. It’s still early, but it’s a great fit so far and culture is great.”
Here’s more from around the Central:
- The Bulls have been in contact with John Wall‘s representatives, a source confirms to K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago. Johnson previously reported that the Bulls have been in touch with Patrick Beverley‘s camp. The team has also been repeatedly linked to Russell Westbrook, who remains under contract with Utah.
- Head coach Dwane Casey said before Wednesday’s game that the Pistons intended to give James Wiseman regular minutes and made good on that promise by playing Wiseman nearly 24 minutes in his first game with the club (Twitter link via James L. Edwards III of The Athletic). The former No. 2 pick had 11 points and five rebounds, but believes he has room for improvement on both ends of the floor. “My wind got to me a little bit,” Wiseman said, per Edwards. “I’m going to do way better when I get my conditioning up.”
- The Bucks‘ 11-game win streak, including a Tuesday victory over the Celtics, has pulled them within one game of Boston for the Eastern Conference lead. However, star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo suggested after Tuesday’s game that Milwaukee isn’t focused on chasing that No. 1 seed down the stretch. “We’re playing good basketball, that’s what I care about,” Antetokounmpo said, per Jamal Collier of ESPN. “Now if we finish first, good. If we finish second, great. If we finish third, better. It doesn’t really matter. At the end of the day, you’ve got to prepare your mind that in order for you to win a championship, you’ve got to play hard teams.”
It makes no sense why the Warriors didn’t give Wiseman more time in the G-League. He had one one-day assignment and one one-week assignment in 2022 – and that was it. He had a lot of rehab time from injuries, but still could have played more in the G-League before they gave up on him. No wonder he isn’t in game shape yet in Detroit!
No, he was in GLeague for one month. He did have an ankle iniury that sidelined him for couple weeks. Still, it’s no excuse for being out of shape. There are many other ways to stay in shape. He’s going to try to con Pistons to give him an extension in the offseason. In his first 4 seasons, he didnt do anything to earn $40M.
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Thanks for the correction, Michol. I was using BasketballReference.com for Wiseman’s G-League assignments. Their information might not be updated. Either way, though, the Warriors should have given him much more time in Santa Cruz.
I agree that Wiseman should have been in better shape going to Detroit.
The Bulls will take a dummy in a Bulls uniform calling themselves a PG.
The sunny calls themselves a PG? How does the dummy talk?
Says PG instead of having a # on the uniform
When they are hoping that Wall or Westbrook chooses to join them, you know things are very, very desperate.
Anything and anyone Jerry Reinsdorf touches goes to sh** unless that something or someone is accused of sexual assault. Then he provides job security.
Just me or does he seem
Twitchy and weird body aura ?
Bulls do need a PG and have been linked to Bev Russ and Wall, obviously Reggie signed with Denver straight away.
But why would anyone what to join them really. They have 3 stars (if you want to call them that) and they are struggling to make the play in. Russ would rather go back to Washington. Pat Bev would rather go to LA and John Wall even with limited options ain’t keen
Yes they are stars,lowest tier stars except ddr.3 scoring without defense and that suck.i would love if bulls trade zach for mikal or trent jr next season. bulls wont go to playoff with this team.