Cavs news free agency

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been busy in free agency this offseason, making several moves to bolster their roster. Here are some of the latest news and updates:

Signings:

  1. Darius Garland: The Cavaliers have re-signed their young point guard to a 5-year, $193 million max contract extension.
  2. Evan Mobley: The team has signed their 2021 first-round pick to a 4-year, $35 million rookie contract extension.
  3. Cedi Osman: The Cavaliers have re-signed their small forward to a 3-year, $35 million contract extension.
  4. Raul Neto: The team has signed the veteran point guard to a 1-year, $2.5 million contract.
  5. Mamadi Diakite: The Cavaliers have signed the big man to a 1-year, $1.5 million contract.

Departures:

  1. Collin Sexton: The Cavaliers have traded their starting point guard to the Utah Jazz in exchange for a 2023 first-round pick and a 2025 second-round pick.
  2. Jarrett Allen: The team has traded their starting center to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for a 2023 first-round pick and a 2025 second-round pick.
  3. Taurean Prince: The Cavaliers have traded their small forward to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for a 2023 second-round pick.

Rumors:

  1. Kevin Love: The Cavaliers are reportedly open to trading their veteran power forward, with several teams showing interest.
  2. Darius Garland: There have been rumors that the Cavaliers are considering trading their young point guard, but it's unclear if they're serious about moving him.
  3. Andre Drummond: The team has been linked to the veteran center, who is a free agent this offseason.

Salary Cap Situation:

The Cavaliers have a projected salary cap space of around $20 million, which they can use to sign free agents or make trades. They also have a number of players on their roster who are eligible for extensions, including Garland, Mobley, and Osman.

Overall, the Cavaliers have made some significant moves this offseason, but they still have some work to do to build a competitive roster. They'll likely be active in free agency and trade talks in the coming weeks.