Apr 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Jaylon Tyson (24) looks to pass beside Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images David Richard-Imagn Images

Cavaliers’ Jaylon Tyson Reflects on Rookie Year, Eyes Breakout Season

Originally posted on Cleveland Cavaliers on SI
By Evan Dammarell | Last updated Jul 16, 2025 5:57 PM ET

After a star-studded collegiate career, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Jaylon Tyson, whom the Cavaliers took with the twentieth pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, didn't have the NBA debut to match. In 47 appearances, Tyson averaged 3.6 points and 2.0 rebounds in 9.6 minutes per game. However, for Tyson, his counting stats don't account for the whole of his rookie season.

Instead, it's preparing him for something greater heading into his second season with Cleveland.

“It’s part of the NBA, you know," Tyson said during ESPN's broadcast of the Cavaliers' 94-86 Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Sacramento Kings. "That year helped me learn what I can do and what I’ve got to do to get on the court. So, [for] anybody coming in, you’ve got to understand that. There’s going to be a role. Your role is going to expand."

This article first appeared on Cleveland Cavaliers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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