Peyton Watson signs with Cavaliers after interest from Bucks, Blazers, Clippers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:09 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Peyton Watson has finalized a sign-and-trade deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers, securing a guaranteed $88 million contract. The move comes after Watson's agents navigated offers and interest from the Milwaukee Bucks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Clippers. The complex of restricted free agency presented challenges in reaching this agreement. The Cavaliers add Watson to bolster their roster in the upcoming season.
- •Watson's deal with the Cavaliers is worth $88 million.
- •Interest was shown from the Bucks, Trail Blazers, and Clippers.
- •Watson's agents managed negotiations in a tough market.
- •The signing strengthens the Cavaliers' roster ahead of the season.
- 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Peyton Watson received interest from Bucks, Blazers, Clippers before sign-and-trade to Cavs
"Peyton Watson received interest from Bucks, Blazers, Clippers before sign-and-trade to Cavs
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