Cavaliers pursue DeMar DeRozan as Kuminga negotiations stall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:13 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers are seeking a reliable wing player and have been negotiating with Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors. While the Cavaliers remain interested in Kuminga, complexities over his contract, which he seeks to exceed $20 million annually, have hindered progress. To bolster their roster, Cleveland recently signed Mario Hezonja to a one-year non-guaranteed deal. Analyst John Hobbs suggests the Cavaliers could also target DeMar DeRozan, a six-time All-Star recently waived by the Sacramento Kings, which would enhance their championship aspirations in a competitive Eastern Conference.
- •Cavaliers signed Mario Hezonja to a one-year non-guaranteed deal.
- •Cleveland has been negotiating with Jonathan Kuminga for over a month.
- •Kuminga demands a salary over $20 million annually.
- •DeMar DeRozan is a potential target after being waived by the Kings.
- •Cavaliers are aiming to strengthen their wing position ahead of the season.
- 9:13 PMYahoo Sports — Cavaliers predicted to sign $305M Future Hall of Famer, pivoting from NBA champ Jonathan Kuminga
"The Cleveland Cavaliers are still trying to find a reliable wing even after signing Mario Hezonja. They could sign a Future Hall of Famer to the position to give them options.
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