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Warriors fans express frustration over Mario Hezonja's contract choice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Warriors fans express frustration over Mario Hezonja's contract choice
Summary

Mario Hezonja, a former top-five NBA draft pick, has signed a non-guaranteed deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers worth $2.8 million. The Warriors were reportedly interested in Hezonja, especially with injuries to Moses Moody and Jimmy Butler III potentially opening up playing time. However, fans are upset upon learning that Golden State could have offered Hezonja a fully guaranteed deal, given their available roster spots prior to re-signing Gary Payton II. It remains unclear how seriously Hezonja considered joining the Warriors.

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By the Numbers
  • •Hezonja signed a one-year deal with the Cavaliers on August 2, 2026.
  • •The Warriors had interest in Hezonja following the 76ers' acquisition of LeBron James.
  • •Frustration stems from the belief that Golden State could have made a better offer.
  • •Hezonja's signing impacts Warriors' depth amid injuries to key players.
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  • 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors fans upset to learn contract details of former top-five pick
What they're saying
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The Warriors were among the suitors for Mario Hezonja but were unable to land the forward after he signed a non-guaranteed deal with the Cavaliers.

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