
“I’m just trying to carry over what I did last season,” Osman told cleveland.com Sunday night following the 117-107 overtime win against the Washington Wizards. “I know what (Cavs coach) J.B. (Bickerstaff) expects of me every night. I’ve been talking to him constantly. He just wants me to be myself. Most importantly, he expects energy and defensive effort from me every time I’m on the floor. I’m aware of that. I’m capable of doing it. I’ve accepted the challenge. Knowing my role makes the game easier for me. Makes it more enjoyable too.”