Cavaliers sign Mario Hezonja after LeBron James selects Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:24 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers have reached a one-year agreement with Mario Hezonja after LeBron James opted to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. Hezonja, who was the fifth overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, last played in the league during the 2019-20 season. This acquisition follows significant changes within the Cavaliers' roster and aims to bolster their competitive edge following James' departure.
- •Cavaliers sign Mario Hezonja to a one-year deal
- •LeBron James chose Philadelphia in free agency
- •Hezonja was drafted No. 5 overall in 2015
- •He last played in the NBA during the 2019-20 season
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