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It comes as no surprise, but the Cleveland Cavaliers have not signed any of their training camp invitees. The team entered camp with 14 of 15 roster spots open, leaving one available for an impromptu free agent signing or 2-for-1 trade partner, a strategy the team has used for the past few years.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 20

Cavaliers waive seven players ahead of 2025 regular season opener

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 16

Cleveland Cavaliers waive former lottery pick, likely to land on Charge

The Cleveland Cavaliers are waiving a former lottery pick justover a month after bringing him in for the preseason. Killian Hayes, a former seventh overall pick by the Detroit Pistons, was released by the Cavs after spending all four preseason games with them.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / October 15

Cavs waive Tristan Enaruna, Norchad Omier, Killian Hayes

The Cavaliers have trimmed their roster, waiving camp invitees Tristan Enaruna and Norchad Omier, according to the NBA transactions log. As we relayed earlier, they also reportedly waived guard Killian Hayes.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / October 15

Cavaliers waive former top-10 NBA Draft pick

A strong defender as a 6-foot-5 point guard, he has struggled with scoring consistency during his time in the league.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 29

Former Net Joins East Rival, But Brooklyn Has No Reason to Worry

The argument could be made that, given the inexperience at the position currently present on their roster, the Brooklyn Nets probably shouldn't have let Killian Hayes walk.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 29

Cleveland Cavaliers signed Killian Hayes, former seventh overall pick

The Cleveland Cavaliers are signing former No. 7 overall pick Killian Hayes. Hayes, a 24-year-old point guard, played six games with the Brooklyn Nets this past season, averaging 9 points, three rebounds, and five assists per game in 27 minutes. Killian was drafted seventh overall in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 23

Nets acquire 2026 NBA G League Draft picks in Killian Hayes trade

Former Brooklyn Nets point guard Killian Hayes has found a new home in free agency. Brooklyn’s G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, traded Hayes to the Cleveland Charge for a first and second-round pick in the 2026 G League Draft.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

Cavs Add To PG Depth With Latest Signing

On the eve of 2025-26 NBA training camp, the Cleveland Cavaliers have signed point guard Killian Hayes, per HoopsHype senior insider Michael Scotto. The details of the contract weren’t disclosed.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / August 15

Killian Hayes Eyes NBA Return — But Don’t Expect the Brooklyn Nets to Bite

Killian Hayes is looking for another opportunity in the NBA. Last season, Hayes got a shot with the Brooklyn Nets in late February after spending much of the 2024-25 campaign with the franchise's G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / August 15

4 Potential Killian Hayes Landing Spots As Guard Eyes NBA Comeback

Former Detroit Pistons and Brooklyn Nets guard Killian Hayes has reportedly garnered a lot of interest from teams in the EuroLeague. As a 6'5" guard with playmaking ability, it is evident why teams would want to acquire him.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / August 14

NBA Rumors: 2000 Top 10 Draft Pick Looking To Remain Plus Amir Coffey and Bones Hyland News

Killian Hayes has fallen off the NBA radar. Hayes was out of the league for most of the 2024-25 season, though he is determined to earn another NBA deal, per BeBasket.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 14

Former Detroit Pistons draft pick has ‘heavyweight’ offers from EuroLeague teams, still eyeing NBA comeback

Killian Hayes never found his footing in the NBA, but five years after being drafted, he is still eyeing an NBA comeback even with other offers on the table.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / August 14

Killian Hayes focused on remaining in NBA

Former lottery pick Killian Hayes has drawn interest from teams in Europe this offseason, but is focused on earning another NBA opportunity, according to a report from Gabriel Pantel-Jouve of BeBasket (hat tip to Eurohoops).

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 26

Could The Nets Bring Back Killian Hayes?

The Brooklyn Nets are set to go into the offseason with some of their biggest stars' futures in the Barclays Center uncertain due to expiring deals. Perhaps two of the bigger names set to hit free agency are Cam Thomas and D’Angelo Russell.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / March 2

Nets Opt Not To Re-Sign Former Lottery Pick Killian Hayes

The Nets have opted not to re-sign point guard Killian Hayes to a second 10-day contract, sources confirmed to Brian Lewis of the New York Post. Hayes, who started in the Nets’ last five games, saw his initial contract expire following Saturday’s contest.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 2

Report: Brooklyn Nets Won't Give Killian Hayes a Second 10-Day Contract

After his 10-day contract expired today, Killian Hayes reportedly will not receive a second such deal from the Brooklyn Nets, per Brian Lewis of the New York Post.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 1

How Killian Hayes Has Earned a Full-Time Contract With the Brooklyn Nets

After turning heads in the G League with the Long Island Nets, former seventh-overall selection from the 2020 Draft Killian Hayes earned an opportunity with the Brooklyn Nets.

Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / February 20

How Killian Hayes has adjusted his game for fresh NBA start

After falling out of the NBA for the first time in his career and attempting a comeback in the G League, Killian Hayes has worked his way back to the league.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 25, 2024

Nets To Sign Former Lottery Pick Killian Hayes

The Brooklyn Nets intend to sign point guard Killian Hayes, the No. 7 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, as relayed by Shams Charania of The Athletic.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / July 6, 2024

Former Detroit Pistons First-Rounder Cut From Olympics Roster

Former Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes looked forward to getting back on the court to compete for France ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics. Although he’s been preparing to join the star-studded French team, Hayes reportedly won’t be suiting up after all.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / February 21, 2024

Former Pistons Pick Killian Hayes’ Next Move Remains Quiet

The Detroit Pistons tried to do what they could to make it work with their former seventh-overall pick, Killian Hayes. When Detroit took a gamble and selected the 19-year-old, who went pro overseas, it was clear it might take some time for Hayes to get acclimated with NBA play.

Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8, 2024