Jordan Clarkson took time after being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers to thank the city he has played for since his NBA career started. In an Instagram post, the newest Cavs guard in Clarkson thanked the city of Los Angeles for welcoming him.
At the same time, he was excited to see the city he was traded to.
“To LA: Words can’t express what it meant to me to wear the Purple and Gold. As a kid from Texas, playing for the legendary Lakers was nothing short of a dream come true. For the last four years, this city has watched me grow, LA has become my home and the incredible people here have become my family. I am proud of everything I have achieved as a player, teammate and in the community and want to say thank you for all of your support during this journey. Gonna miss ju, my brother ty, brewski, kcp all my sons jbarkley, slenderman/ ting dawg , kuz, zo, tb and the rest of my dawgs. I will always have love for LA and I will continue to show support for this community, even after I leave. Thanks Lakernation
To Cleveland: I can’t wait to see the city,suit up, bust my ass and give everything I have to bring another championship to The Land!”
Clarkson was traded to Cleveland earlier today together with teammate Larry Nance Jr. in exchange for Isaiah Thomas, Channing Frye, and the Cavs’ own 2018 first-round draft pick (with protection).
He has been on fire since January, scoring at least 17 points per game in 10 games, including five in which he scored 20 or more points while coming off the bench for the Lakers. It is no coincidence that the team has won 11 of its last 18 games.
For the year, the University of Missouri alum is averaging 14.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per outing.
Clarkson will be wearing jersey No. 8 for the Cavaliers, a number he could not wear in L.A. because it was retired by the Lakers in honor of Kobe Bryant. He will likely be the backup point guard to George Hill, another newcomer to the Cavs following the trade with the Utah Jazz.
