Gibson's Contract Great For The Cavs

Danny Ferry takes a lot of heat. Much of it is well-deserved, but he deserves a hand for the contract that he and Daniel Gibson signed yesterday. Details have now been released about the deal- $20.8 million over 5 years. That is a very cap-friendly number. It is less than a mid-level exception, and for a longer period than Andy or Sasha got last year. Gibson is 22, and the 5 year deal will cover his prime years in the NBA. Obviously the Cavs would like nothing better than for Gibson to continue his development, hoping that he will become a starting option, or at least one of the most dangerous 6th men in the game. But they also have the option to include a cap-friendly sharp shooter in any deal that they may be looking at in the future. I know that Gibson has become somewhat of a fan favorite, but if the Cavs find the all-star that they are looking for in a trade, Gibson would be somewhat expendable, and more than likely a cheaper replacement for the other team in that deal. G...