Cavs consider David Griffin for GM amid LeBron James rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers are exploring options for their general manager position following Mike Gansey's departure to the Philadelphia 76ers. NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson reports the team may rehire David Griffin if Brandon Weems does not secure a promotion. Griffin previously played a key role in bringing LeBron James back to Cleveland. If James returns, the Cavaliers might need to clear cap space and rework contracts to make it feasible, possibly involving trades or sign-and-trade scenarios.
- •Cavs lost Mike Gansey to the 76ers on June 19.
- •Team may consider David Griffin for GM role.
- •Griffin previously re-signed LeBron from the Heat.
- •LeBron's return may depend on reworking team salary cap.
- •Cavs face competition from the Lakers and Warriors for LeBron.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Major Cavs front office intel would set the stage for a LeBron James return
"Consider LeBron James a Cleveland Cavalier if this rumor comes to fruition...
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