Cavaliers sign Mario Hezonja to one-year deal amid pursuit of Kuminga

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Cavaliers sign Mario Hezonja to one-year deal amid pursuit of Kuminga
Summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers signed former first-round pick Mario Hezonja to a one-year, $2.8 million deal on August 1. Hezonja, the No. 5 pick in the 2015 draft, returns to the NBA aiming to fill a wing role. The Cavaliers are also pursuing Jonathan Kuminga as a primary target for their roster. Their interest in Kuminga has been ongoing, with recent discussions for a potential sign-and-trade agreement. Hezonja's contract includes a non-guaranteed element, which will become fully guaranteed if he remains on the roster past November 15.

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  • Cavaliers sign Mario Hezonja to a one-year, $2.8 million deal.
  • Hezonja last played in the NBA during the 2019-20 season.
  • Cleveland is actively pursuing Jonathan Kuminga for a potential sign-and-trade.
  • Hezonja's contract becomes guaranteed if he remains with the team past November 15.
  • Cavaliers seek to strengthen their wing depth as Eastern Conference finalists.
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  • 8:00 PMYahoo SportsCavaliers officially sign $2.8M former first-rounder, possible backup to Jonathan Kuminga
What they're saying
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The Cleveland Cavaliers signed a first-rounder earlier in August. If they are able to land ex-Warriors NBA champion, it will be likely be his backup on the wing.

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