Cavs pursue DeMar DeRozan after missing out on LeBron James

The Cleveland Cavaliers are actively targeting free agent DeMar DeRozan following the signing of LeBron James by the Philadelphia 76ers. According to ESPN, the Cavaliers, alongside the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets, are interested in DeRozan, who was waived by the Sacramento Kings earlier this month. DeRozan had a productive season last year, averaging 18.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. The Cavaliers, who were swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals last season, hold 13 guaranteed contracts and have financial flexibility under the salary cap to make a deal. DeRozan has been considered an affordable option for teams seeking to bolster their rosters after missing on other high-profile free agents.

• 12:10 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Cavs Interested in DeMar DeRozan After Missing on LeBron James