Later, Cavaliers owner dan gilbert thanked Owen for his contribution in the past six seasons.
Gilbert said in a statement: "On behalf of the whole team, I thank Owen for his outstanding performance in the Cavaliers over the past six seasons." . "From the moment we won the 20 1 1 lottery-that made us choose Carey-to the' that shot' that helped us win the first NBA championship, and then to his picturesque playing style, whenever Owen appeared, there was always an' exciting' element in the air. We wish him and his family all the best and wish him to move on and open another chapter in his NBA career. "
Cavaliers general manager Kobe Altman said: "This transaction needs to include players and other assets from both sides, which makes us feel strongly that it can help us continue to pursue the championship, and we believe it can. We look forward to Isaiah, Jay (Claude) and Ante (Rijic), and we also feel that the first unprotected draft pick obtained in the transaction is also very important for our future. "
Thanks to Owen for bringing us so many wonderful moments.