The Cavs Are Really Loading Up

It's been a busy off-season for the Cavaliers. They traded for Shaq, resigned Andy Varajeao and signed free-agent Anthony Parker.

But wait there's more. The media is consistent reporting they have interest in other free agents; namely Matt Barnes, Joey Graham, Linas Kleiza and Sean May.

My initial reaction was – how can they afford all these guys? But their payroll is currently $12 million less than the Celtics.

Let's take a look at their starting five and top bench players:

  • Mo Williams (PG)
  • Delonte West (SG)
  • LeBron James (SF)
  • Andy Varajeao (PF)
  • Shaquille O'Neal (C)
  • Zydrunas Ilgauskas (C)
  • Anthony Parker (G/F)
  • Daniel Gibson (G)
  • JJ Hickson (F)
  • Christian Eyenga (G/F)
  • Danny Green (G/F)

Add one of those free agent names to the mix and Cleveland will have one deep roster. While there's still plenty of time for Danny to sign quality free agents, I am starting to worry about the Celtics chances of beating the Cavs next year.

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