Cavaliers GM Koby Altman bids farewell to Max Strus after trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:50 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Cavaliers GM Koby Altman expressed gratitude for Max Strus in a farewell following his departure via a sign-and-trade to the Los Angeles Clippers. Strus played three seasons for the Cavaliers, contributing significantly with his perimeter shooting and team culture. Altman acknowledged Strus's impact on the team and highlighted the offseason moves, which included acquiring Peyton Watson and signing Rui Hachimura. Strus reunites with Darius Garland in Los Angeles as the Clippers undergo roster changes, including the trade of Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors.
- •Max Strus played three seasons with the Cavaliers.
- •Strus joins the Clippers after a sign-and-trade.
- •Koby Altman praised Strus's contributions to the team.
- •Cavaliers acquire Peyton Watson in a related trade.
- •Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors.
- 5:50 AMYahoo Sports — Cavaliers GM Koby Altman pens a heartfelt farewell for Max Strus after the latest trade
"Max Strus may have played for the Cavaliers for only three seasons, but he left an indelible mark.
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