NBA player Dahntay Jones recalls a time when he almost brought Paul George to join LeBron James in Cleveland, revealing how he tried to recruit George to the Cavaliers in 2017.

Why It Matters

Revealing the behind-the-scenes of NBA player recruitment sheds light on significant "what if" scenarios and potential team dynamics, reflecting the impactful influence of player decisions on team strategies and outcomes.

By the Numbers
  • The Golden State Warriors signed Kevin Durant after a Finals loss to the Cavs in 2016
  • The Cleveland Cavaliers reached the Finals in 2018 without Kyrie Irving, who was later traded to the Boston Celtics
State of Play
  • The Cleveland Cavaliers reached the 2018 NBA Finals without Kyrie Irving
  • The LA Clippers, with Paul George, hold a 31-13 record in the James Harden era
What's Next

Hoops fans speculate on the potential for a healthy Clippers team, led by Paul George, to make a significant impact and potentially win the NBA title this year.