WHAT ISAIAH THOMAS MEANS TO THE CAVS
By, Chanson Orme
Last season, Isaiah Thomas was the sole reason why the Boston Celtics were able to contend for the Larry O'Brien. He finished 3rd in the league in scoring, and Isaiah led the Cs to the best record in the east. There have been some major questions in regards to his role for the Cavaliers via the blockbuster trade this off season that sent Kyrie to Boston. The numbers don't lie, Isaiah will fit well in the Cavs offensive system as he makes his highly anticipated debut within the next games. Lets statistically breakdown Thomas over this last season and see why he is such a great fit in Cleveland.
Even though Isaiah plays an average of 63.5 games a season over his career, he has only missed 6 games over his last 2 seasons in Boston. Last year, Isaiah set so many career highs on the offensive end: PPG, FG%, FG attempted, 3 pointers attempted (8.5), FT attempted and percentage (91% on 8.5), efficient FG%, and so much more. Basically, IT was an offensive monster who utilized the pick and roll (https://youtu.be/I6tvyn-1pSg). This is why Isaiah will be so great for the Cavaliers, he takes off scoring pressure while utilizing the Cavs system. Kevin Love is lethal in the pick and pop shooting 41.5% from 3, while IT is so quick off the first step. IT also specializes from 3 (shooting 38% on 8.5), and last season Cleveland only trailed Houston for 3s attempted per game (34 a game).
Lets face it, the Cavs offensive scheme is designed to keep up with Golden State. This year, they have successfully done that. Even though they fell to the Warriors on Christmas day, the Cavs have been running countless 5-out. Which means that Tristan Thompson does not start, and the Cavaliers try to keep 5 good 3 point shooters on the floor when running with the "Death Lineup". IT only adds to the Cavs, as his all star talent will help the efficiency and ease scoring pressure off of Lebron and Love. All in all, Isaiah Thomas will be effective in helping The King and the Cavs in achieving their dream of a championship.
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Last season, Isaiah Thomas was the sole reason why the Boston Celtics were able to contend for the Larry O'Brien. He finished 3rd in the league in scoring, and Isaiah led the Cs to the best record in the east. There have been some major questions in regards to his role for the Cavaliers via the blockbuster trade this off season that sent Kyrie to Boston. The numbers don't lie, Isaiah will fit well in the Cavs offensive system as he makes his highly anticipated debut within the next games. Lets statistically breakdown Thomas over this last season and see why he is such a great fit in Cleveland.
Even though Isaiah plays an average of 63.5 games a season over his career, he has only missed 6 games over his last 2 seasons in Boston. Last year, Isaiah set so many career highs on the offensive end: PPG, FG%, FG attempted, 3 pointers attempted (8.5), FT attempted and percentage (91% on 8.5), efficient FG%, and so much more. Basically, IT was an offensive monster who utilized the pick and roll (https://youtu.be/I6tvyn-1pSg). This is why Isaiah will be so great for the Cavaliers, he takes off scoring pressure while utilizing the Cavs system. Kevin Love is lethal in the pick and pop shooting 41.5% from 3, while IT is so quick off the first step. IT also specializes from 3 (shooting 38% on 8.5), and last season Cleveland only trailed Houston for 3s attempted per game (34 a game).Lets face it, the Cavs offensive scheme is designed to keep up with Golden State. This year, they have successfully done that. Even though they fell to the Warriors on Christmas day, the Cavs have been running countless 5-out. Which means that Tristan Thompson does not start, and the Cavaliers try to keep 5 good 3 point shooters on the floor when running with the "Death Lineup". IT only adds to the Cavs, as his all star talent will help the efficiency and ease scoring pressure off of Lebron and Love. All in all, Isaiah Thomas will be effective in helping The King and the Cavs in achieving their dream of a championship.
Picture Credits: NBA.com
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