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Cavs Revamp Roster: Merrill, Nance Back; Ball Joins

7/7/2025

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The Cleveland Cavaliers are making waves in the offseason by re-signing guard Sam Merrill to a lucrative four-year, $38 million deal and welcoming back fan-favorite Larry Nance Jr. on a one-year contract. In a bold move, they traded Isaac Okoro to the Bulls for Lonzo Ball, boosting their guard lineup to support stars Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell.

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Story summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers are making waves in the offseason by re-signing guard Sam Merrill to a lucrative four-year, $38 million deal and welcoming back fan-favorite Larry Nance Jr. on a one-year contract. In a bold move, they traded Isaac Okoro to the Bulls for Lonzo Ball, boosting their guard lineup to support stars Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell.