Cedi Osman has become an important part of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ success in recent years. The Turkish forward has established himself as a versatile player who can score, pass, and defend.
With the arrival of Victor Wembanyama, the number one overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, to the Cavaliers next season, Osman is expected to play an even bigger role than ever before.
Recently, Osman shared his thoughts on his role alongside Wembanyama in an interview with ESPN.
“I’m excited to play with Wemby,” Osman said. “He’s an incredible player with the potential to be one of the greatest of all time.”**
Osman believes that he can help Wembanyama acclimate to the NBA and reach his full potential.
“I’ve been in the league for a while now, and I know how to adjust to a new environment,” Osman said. “I’ll help Wemby learn about the NBA culture and how to compete at the highest level.”**
Osman also said that he is willing to adjust his game to fit with Wembanyama.
“I’m a versatile player, and I can play multiple positions,” Osman said. “I’ll do whatever it takes to help the team win.”**
Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff believes that Osman and Wembanyama can form a dynamic duo on the court.
“Cedi is a smart and experienced player,” Bickerstaff said. “He’ll be a great mentor for Wemby.”**
Bickerstaff also said that he believes that Osman will benefit from playing with Wembanyama.
“Cedi is a good scorer, but he’s also an excellent passer,” Bickerstaff said. “Playing with Wemby will create a lot of scoring opportunities for him.”**
Osman and Wembanyama are expected to be key parts of the Cavaliers’ effort to compete for an NBA championship in the coming years.
Only time will tell if they can reach their goals, but one thing is for sure: they will make for an exciting pairing to watch.