Cleveland Cavaliers is still trying to complete their roster for the upcoming NBA league. Reports have it that Cavs wants J.R. Smith on the team again but the shooting guard who is currently a free agent has not signed yet. Reports have it that Cavs and Smith are far from agreeing on a deal.
J.R. Smith has great contributions in Cleveland Cavaliers' victory last NBA season. The shooting guard proves to be a reliable running mate to LeBron James and impresses most with his sharp shooting that adds more points to Cavs.
Cavs already announced that they wish to keep the same roster for the upcoming NBA season but with J.R. Smith on the free market, the team has to do so much to convince him to re-sign. Unfortunately, this might still take time as both parties are still weighing things to seal the deal.
Per Waiting for Next Year, Cavs and J.R. Smith still need to work on the contract. It could be the amount of money or the length of years Smith will be with the team. At the time, Smith and the Cavs are still not near in agreeing with the deal.
Per Brian Windhorst, Cleveland Cavaliers want J.R. Smith and Smith wants to return to Cleveland but they couldn't agree with the offer. Cavs are not considering an increase in their $10 million offer to the player who demanded a $15 million deal.
Meanwhile, a number of teams in the NBA league are now linked to J.R. Smith. Reports have it that the sharpshooter may join the pack of Minnesota Timberwolves. Meanwhile, Fansided reported that Atlanta Hawks could also accommodate J.R. Smith. The team salary is just over $99 million and they could still sign another free agent.
Will we see J.R. Smith playing for Cleveland Cavaliers in the upcoming NBA season? Will Hawks and Timberwolves pursue the sharp shooter who remains a free agent? How will Smith and Cavs make the deal work? Who will give in? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
