Cavaliers Sign EuroLeague Star After LeBron James Snub: Report
Summary
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Mario Hezonja, a former NBA player who has been excelling in Europe, to a one-year contract. This move comes after NBA star LeBron James chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers instead of returning to the Cavaliers or Miami Heat.Key Facts
- LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- James’s choice ended speculation about him rejoining the Cleveland Cavaliers or Miami Heat.
- The Cavaliers signed Mario Hezonja to a one-year, $2.8 million deal.
- Hezonja was once a top NBA draft pick and has been playing in European leagues since 2021.
- Hezonja averaged double-digit points in the EuroLeague and is expected to fill a key wing role for the Cavaliers.
- The Cavaliers lost guard Dean Wade to the 76ers in the offseason.
- Cleveland aims to build around All-Stars James Harden and Donovan Mitchell, plus big men Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley.
- The Cavaliers were swept by the New York Knicks in the recent playoffs after winning two rounds.
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