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Cavs Exceed Salary Cap, Revamp Roster Amid Injuries

9/11/2025

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The Cleveland Cavaliers' salary cap stands at $226.3 million, exceeding the luxury tax threshold.
They re-signed Sam Merrill for four years at $38 million and signed Larry Nance Jr. to a minimum salary deal.
The team traded Isaac Okoro for Lonzo Ball, improving roster flexibility.
Cleveland is contemplating adding another big man due to Nance's injury history.
Key players Darius Garland and Max Strus are recovering from injuries, affecting roster decisions.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers' salary cap stands at $226.3 million, exceeding the luxury tax threshold.
They re-signed Sam Merrill for four years at $38 million and signed Larry Nance Jr. to a minimum salary deal.
The team traded Isaac Okoro for Lonzo Ball, improving roster flexibility.
Cleveland is contemplating adding another big man due to Nance's injury history.
Key players Darius Garland and Max Strus are recovering from injuries, affecting roster decisions.