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James Harden declines option to return to Cleveland Cavaliers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden declined his $42 million player option according to Shams Charania. Fortunately for the Cavaliers, Harden is expected to be working on a long-term extension with the team with a more manageable yearly salary in mind.

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Cavs agree to one-year contract with Thomas Bryant

The Cavaliers’ first reported move of free agency is a familiar one, as veteran center Thomas Bryant has agreed to a one-year contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

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The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

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Thomas Bryant News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Cavs To Re-Sign Thomas Bryant On One-Year Deal

Free agent center Thomas Bryant intends to sign a one-year deal to return to the Cavaliers, Shams Charania of ESPN tweets. Charania didn’t specify terms but it’s likely to be a veteran’s minimum deal.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Ed Davis News / Field Level Media / June 29

Ex-NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis indicted in betting probe

Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis were indicted on Monday on federal charges related to an alleged sports betting operation. They are among six defendants named in an indictment released by the U.S.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / June 29

James Harden reportedly reaches decision on his Cavs future

James Harden reportedly reaches decision on his Cavaliers future

Harden has only been with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a partial season since he came to the team via a blockbuster trade from the Los Angeles Clippers in February.

Former Cavaliers champion says he was snubbed from team reunion

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James Harden News / Field Level Media / June 29

Reports: James Harden opts out, negotiating new deal with Cavs

James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers are in talks about a multiyear extension after Harden declined the $42.3 million player's option on his contract, multiple outlets reported Monday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

Beasley, Davis indictments bring FBI's NBA probe back into spotlight

Malik Beasley, Ed Davis indictments bring FBI's NBA probe back into spotlight

The NBA was hoping the storyline would remain quiet. Now, it's generating headlines again, further highlighting that gambling scandals remain a growing problem in sports.

Malik Beasley accused of rigging NBA games as part of gambling scheme

Pistons finally have the perfect complement to Cade Cunningham

James Harden reportedly reaches decision on his Cavaliers future

Heat reach deal to keep key player

There's a front-runner to trade for Celtics' Jaylen Brown

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

James Harden To Decline $42.3MM Player Option, Talking To Cavs About Multiyear Deal

James Harden will turn down his $42.3MM player option for next season and is negotiating a multiyear contract with the Cavaliers, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 28

Cavs Rumors: Dean Wade, Max Strus, Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis

The Cavaliers continue working toward what they hope will be a busy start to free agency, with Dean Wade perhaps being the biggest question mark. League

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Dean Wade News / Fear The Sword / June 28

Report: Lakers among teams showing interest in Dean Wade

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a few challenging decisions to make with some of their own free agents, but the most interesting one will be forward Dean Wade.

Timofey Mozgov News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27

Former Cavaliers champion says he was snubbed from team reunion

The recent 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers reunion keeps proving to be more controversial than it was probably intended to be. Timofey Mozgov, a center on that Cavaliers team, said in a new interview that he never received an invite to the team’s recent get-together.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / June 27

Member of Cavs 2016 championship team says they weren’t invited to 10-year reunion

Members of the Cleveland Cavaliers‘ 2016 championship team celebrated the 10-year anniversary of their comeback victory over the Golden State Warriors in Europe last week.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Cavs Owner Dan Gilbert Discusses LeBron James, Hints At Potential Return

The NBA's free agency period is approaching, and teams are looking for the right pieces. There are contending teams a few moves away from winning it all, and on top of adding new talent, they want to retain the key pieces they have.

Meleek Thomas News / The Lead / June 26

How Will Meleek Thomas Fit on the Cavs’ Roster?

After trading out of the first round entirely, the Cleveland Cavaliers still managed to address dire needs with the selection of Meleek Thomas at No. 34.

James Harden News / Hoops Wire / June 26

Report again points to multiyear Cavs deal for James Harden

The expectation around the NBA hasn’t changed when it comes to James Harden and the Cavaliers. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported Friday that Harden is expected to decline his player option and sign a new multiyear contract with Cleveland, echoing what league insiders have believed throughout the offseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / June 26

Cavs announce 2026 Summer League schedule

The Cleveland Cavaliers are gearing up for another trip to Las Vegas for the 2026 Summer League. Prospects such as Tyrese Proctor and the newest rookie, Meleek Thomas, are expected to suit up for Cleveland.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Cavaliers Missed Out on This Potential UDFA Gem During NBA Draft

The Cleveland Cavaliers may have just missed out on a potential big time NBA player looking back on the 2026 NBA Draft. During the NBA Draft, the Cavaliers already had decided to trade out of the first round, ultimately selecting guard Meleek Thomas from Arkansas.

Meleek Thomas News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 25

How Meleek Thomas Fits Into the Cavaliers During Rookie Season

With the Cleveland Cavaliers in need of frontcourt depth rather than a guard, the selection of Meleek Thomas was surprising at first. But when you weigh it up, the move for Thomas does make sense.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Stadium Rant / June 25

What Meleek Thomas Brings To The Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Meleek Thomas with the 34th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. After trading out of round one, Cleveland got their guy in round two.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / 5 GOATs / June 24

Meleek Thomas drafted, traded to Cleveland Cavaliers: Analysis, contract details, more

The Sacramento Kings selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas with the No. 34 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, which has been traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24