Inside each player’s locker is a card with three bullet points on it — a way to clearly define roles. Osman knows his. He’s embraced it. He’s thriving in it. “His role is to be a spark off the bench,” J.B. Bickerstaff told cleveland.com following the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 120-115 loss against the Phoenix Suns. “Take and make open shots and facilitate when the defense dictates it. We’ve tried our best to simplify his role. He’s bought into the team and he’s trying to do what’s best for the group. He’s become a star in his role.”
