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Leon Powe to the Cavs

According to Yahoo Sports, it appears that former Celtics forward Leon Powe will now become the latest addition to the Cleveland Cavaliers. It is being reported that Powe will sign a two year deal for the league minimum. The second year will be a team option.

Having tore his ACL during the 1st round of the Celtics playoff matchup Chicago, it appears that Powe will not be ready to return until next year's all-star break. Powe is known for his energetic  play.  His most notable career acheivement was the 21 pts he scored  in game 2 of the 2008 NBA finals against the Los Angeles Lakers in just 15 mins of play. Once a fan favorite in Boston, it appears likely that Powe will be bringing his energy and hustle to Cleveland pending the results of a physical with the Cavalier's medical staff.

The addition of Powe will most assuredly add to the depth of the Cleveland Cavaliers who have had a very busy summer, adding Anthony Parker, Jamario Moon, and future Hall of Famer, Shaquille O'Neal. Whether the addition of Powe will be enough to help get the Cavs through the much improved Eastern Conference remains to be seen, but one can safely say that Powe will be bringing the same heart and hustle to Cleveland.

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How could it not help the Cavs?

Can’t think of a reason, except for a bit of a wait initially.

by IBHMC on Aug 11, 2009 7:48 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow! Quite a surprise. I like adding a young, energetic PF who can score more easily than Andy.

by JulioBernazard on Aug 11, 2009 11:39 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I like this move VERY MUCH. Solid rebounder and capable scorer off the bench.

by johnnyphoenix on Aug 11, 2009 1:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The only downside to this is that he won’t be getting on the court until after the All-Star break.

by Chief WaDrew on Aug 11, 2009 1:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i dont think shaq is a good fit in cleveland

I’m still waiting for an answer as to why you think this, Robi S.

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by Simmsinns on Aug 11, 2009 2:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Having followed Powe since Cal

He’s torn his ACL 3 times. If you’re looking for an energetic, young PF this year, he won’t be it. He’ll hold his own in the post but judging by how he came back the first year after tearing his ACL in college, he’s going to struggle to get off the floor. Where you’ll see a return on this investment is the next year. Regardless of his recovery, he’s a guy that will play hard and give max effort whenever he’s on the floor. A lot of people don’t remember this, but LeBron and Powe were ranked 1-2 (before he tore his ACL in high school) in that high school class, so it’s interesting to see this come full circle.

I’m not a Cavs fan, but I wish him all the best. He’s a great guy that’s met hard luck at every turn. Hopefully this move works out for him.

by whorge on Aug 11, 2009 3:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Man… ALOT of attention on this board from LA fans lately….and pretty much all negative about the Cavs and everything they do…Hmmm.

by johnnyphoenix on Aug 11, 2009 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I would take it as a compliment, it means they acknowledge that the Cavs have a good team. It could definately be alot worse where this site gets as many hits as the grizzlies lol.

In Kobe we trust!

by robi s on Aug 12, 2009 4:59 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don’t think this was negative about the Cavs. I thought it was a smart, well-informed post.

by Chemo on Aug 12, 2009 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

This story is finally being picked up by the major sources. Sporting News just added it, referencing the Plain Dealer. Also ESPN’s Chris Sheridan just reported it as well. Nothing on Fox or CBS yet.

by talonk on Aug 11, 2009 5:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Who needs Sam Young

Great pick up by the Ferries Wheel. Next!

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by E5 on Aug 11, 2009 5:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Great pickup. Hopefully his rehab stays on schedule and he can be ready for a long playoff run.

by Overlord1976 on Aug 11, 2009 5:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

When did he have the surgery?

by rufio on Aug 11, 2009 5:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i believe it was during the playoffs

by DontCallMeJoey on Aug 12, 2009 9:22 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don’t think he’ll be good for us next year, then. At least not as good as he was when he won with Boston.

by rufio on Aug 12, 2009 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I’ve always been a huge fan of Powe, though I’d never admit it to my Boston-loving friends (including my wife…how did that happen?). Obviously the injury bug is a concern, but with the depth we now have, he won’t be called on to put in as many minutes as he did in Boston. Not to mention adding him to the front court will allow Jackson and Hickson to develop without relying on them for so many minutes.

At any rate, Ferry is once again showing why he’s the best GM in the NBA.

by Onyx Lightning on Aug 11, 2009 11:37 PM CDT via mobile reply actions   0 recs

Good pick-up

2-year minimum deal with TEAM option for 2nd season? That sounds like it has a ridiculous upside for the Cavs at pretty much no risk.

"I’m tired of hearing about money, money, money, money, money. I just want to play the game, drink Pepsi, wear Reebok." ~Shaq

by Max_in_Missouri on Aug 13, 2009 2:57 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

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