Ariza is an overrated role player anyways, Lakes made out with another steal in getting Artest for the full MLE.... More importantly, it keeps Artest away from their competition, and I think he would have pushed the Cavs over the top had they had gotten him.

Ariza had a great playoff run, but I think he is just this years James Posey. Solid pickup for Houston, but a HUGE upgrade for LA.

What I am wondering about is where Marion will sign... I think Toronto may be the only team willing to offer him more than the MLE, and I think the Cavs should make a huge push to pick him up if at all possible. He seems to have been forgotten about, but the last time he was with a good team he was a solid contributor and an all-star level player. He isn't a first or second option, but going to a team like the Cavs would be perfect for him.

Linas Kleiza would be another good option for CLE if they can't pick up Marion... good sized player who can space the floor, he did average about 10/gm, and was productive for Denver with good minutes.

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