# Who the Cavs could draft at No. 29 overall — and how their decision can affect the team’s trajectory and summer moves

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Published: 2026-06-19T16:57:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, host Ethan Sands and cleveland.com columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' strategy for the 29th overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. They highlight the team's glaring need for a resilient "3-and-D" wing or an enforcing big man, while acknowledging the challenge of finding an immediate contributor late in the first round. Much of the conversation focuses on the Cavaliers' tricky salary cap situation, heavily weighing the strategic benefits of trading back into the second round to avoid the second apron penalty, gain roster flexibility through two-way contracts, and collect multiple assets. The guys emphasize that with limited draft capital over the next few years, the front office must prioritize players with high basketball IQ, mental toughness, and bankable playoff skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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