Meleek Thomas selected by Cavaliers with 34th pick in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Meleek Thomas from Arkansas with the No. 34 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 24. Thomas, a 6-foot-5 guard, was a key player for Arkansas, averaging 15.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in his only collegiate season. He became a starter in January and contributed significantly during the SEC Tournament. His shooting performance included an Arkansas record 48.7% from three-point range in SEC games. Cavs fans can expect Thomas to be a strong off-ball scorer and defensive option.
- •Cavaliers used 34th overall pick to select Meleek Thomas.
- •Thomas averaged 15.6 points for Arkansas in 2026.
- •He shot 48.7% from three-point range in SEC games.
- •Thomas became a starter in January and excelled defensively.
- •His versatility could enhance the Cavaliers' depth.
- 12:34 AMYahoo Sports — What Arkansas basketball’s Meleek Thomas brings to Cleveland Cavaliers
"Meleek Thomas is off to Cleveland. Here's what the former Arkansas basketball star brings to the Cavaliers.
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