The chemistry between Gay and his teammates has not been up to par, and Dime Magazine has reported that Gay has requested a trade.
Rudy Gay has suffered much the same fate as Kevin Love - a quality player who just isn't a good fit on his current team. The team is in shambles after their poor showing last season, so beginning a rebuilding phase by trading their star player is something the team must consider if they can get a fair package in return. Cousins is one of the most talented players in the league, but he also carries a lot of mental and emotional baggage that tends to cause headaches for teammates, coaches, and management. Kevin Love is a very good player, but the Cavs have been keeping their eyes open in case a deal comes along that would allow them to move Love and become an even stronger team at the same time.ĭeMarcus Cousins and Rudy Gay have both been regulars in the NBA trade rumor mill this off-season. Love struggled to find his niche in the Cleveland offense, and his teammates also had difficulty getting him the ball in ways that he could be most effective. Despite winning the NBA title earlier this summer, the Cavs and Kevin Love were never a great pairing.
