Cleveland Cavaliers add Meleek Thomas and three rookies this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:42 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers made roster additions during the 2026 NBA Draft by acquiring Meleek Thomas, selected 34th overall, alongside three players through free agency. Thomas, a shooting guard from Arkansas, is seen as a potential contributor after shooting effectively in college. The Cavaliers also signed Ernest Udeh Jr. on a two-way contract, power forward Rashaun Agee, and guard Xaivian Lee to Exhibit 10 contracts. Each of these new players brings unique skills that could impact roster decisions ahead of the 2026-2027 season.
- •Meleek Thomas was drafted 34th overall from Arkansas.
- •Ernest Udeh Jr. signed a two-way contract with Cleveland.
- •Rashaun Agee and Xaivian Lee signed Exhibit 10 contracts.
- •Thomas averaged 43.5% shooting and 3.8 rebounds last season.
- •Cavs seeking roster enhancements for the 2026-2027 season.
- 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — Who are the new rookies the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired so far?
"Who are the newest additions (and possible additions) to the Cleveland Cavaliers roster for the upcoming summer season?
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