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OKC Thunder 30 for 30 Part 8: Adding historical sniper Kyle Korver

By Lawrence George

Kyle Korver, OKC Thunder (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
Kyle Korver, OKC Thunder (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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Potential OKC Thunder target Kyle Korver
OAKLAND, CA – MAY 30: Kyle Korver of the Cleveland Cavaliers speaks to the media during media availability as part of the 2018 NBA Finals on MAY 30, 2018 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) /

The OKC Thunder 30 for 30 takes a shot at Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Kyle Korver.

The OKC Thunder 30 for 30 travels to Ohio to examine one of the greatest shooters in the modern era in Kyle Korver. Since the departure of LeBron James in free agency, the Cleveland Cavaliers roster is full of nothing more than spare parts. As with most LBJ squads, teams built around his skill set turn to mush and resemble nothing more than a bottom feeder to upper echelon teams. The best player in Cleveland who other teams actually want is the 15 year veteran.

With 1104 games under his belt, Korver has been one of the most productive shooting guards in NBA history. The 37 year-old was taken in 51st overall in the 2003 draft and has proven to be one of the most successful second round picks to ever grace the court. Only San Antonio Spurs guard and future hall of famer Manu Ginobili (taken 57th overall in 1999) has been more successful.

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At 37 years old, Korver is still a positive contributor on a contending team and saved Cleveland from humiliation a number of times last season. While his defense has regressed significantly (not that was ever his strength), he continues to shoot lights out (43.6 percent last season). For teams seeking 3-point shooting, Korver is the best marksman in today’s game despite his age.

With the Cavaliers seeking a first-round pick for his services, Korver is likely out of OKC’s reach. However, should Cleveland lower its price or take a former first-round pick, the Thunder could be in the mix.

Lets take a quick look at what he brings, his most notable weakness, his contract situation and how OKC can acquire him.

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