Chris Andersen, Ray Allen, Mike Miller could join LeBron in Cleveland
LeBron James may be changing scenery for the next several years, but that doesn’t mean he can’t bring the best of Miami with him.
Prior to his announcement that he would be leaving Miami for Cleveland, reports said LeBron was trying to arrange things so Mike Miller and Ray Allen would be able to join him with the Cavs. Not only does that still appear to be the case, but it looks like the Cavs are also interested in Chris Birdman Andersen.
Multiple reporters have mentioned the Cavs are interested in all three players.
Cavs in talks with free agent center Chris "Birdman" Andersen, sources tell @FOXSportsOH.
— Sam Amico (@SamAmicoFSO) July 12, 2014
Source close to Chris Andersen: Heat, Cavs, Mavs and Rockets in pursuit. DAL and HOU could lead depending on Parsons. Bird grew up in Texas.
— Jared Zwerling (@JaredZwerling) July 12, 2014
Here are some of the reports that focused on Mike Miller:
ESPN sources say Mike Miller is indeed exploring every option to try to reunite with LeBron James in Cleveland after halting talks w/ Denver
— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) July 11, 2014
USA Today NBA reporter Jeff Zillgitt also says Miller has “serious” interest in the Heat.
FOX Sports Ohio’s Sam Amico says the Cavs are trying to get Miller, Allen and Birdman:
Cavs' pursuit of Ray Allen and Mike Miller has intensified within past few hours, sources tell @FOXSportsOH. Interest mutual on all fronts.
— Sam Amico (@SamAmicoFSO) July 11, 2014
Cavs in talks with free agent center Chris "Birdman" Andersen, sources tell @FOXSportsOH.
— Sam Amico (@SamAmicoFSO) July 12, 2014
Miller was said to be closing in on a deal with the Denver Nuggets during the week, but that was put on hold after LeBron decided to sign with the Cavs. The Grizzlies also told Miller they will not bring him back next season, so he’ll definitely be looking for a new home.