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LeBron James Shocks NBA, Joins 76ers; Cavs Sign Hezonja
29 Jul
Summary
- LeBron James unexpectedly signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Cleveland Cavaliers signed veteran forward Mario Hezonja.
- A rumor suggested the Cavaliers might release Hezonja without him playing.
LeBron James has made a surprising decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers, causing shockwaves throughout the NBA and disappointing Cleveland Cavaliers fans. In response to this significant departure, the Cavaliers have reportedly signed veteran forward Mario Hezonja to a one-year, minimum contract.
Hezonja, a former No. 5 overall draft pick, spent recent years playing in Europe, most recently being named the Spanish league MVP. This signing has been overshadowed by a peculiar rumor originating from Polish news services.
This rumor suggested that the Cavaliers might sign Hezonja only as a favor to help him exit his contract with Real Madrid in Spain. The speculation proposed that Cleveland would then release him, potentially to join a club in Dubai, or perhaps never officially sign him at all.
However, Cavaliers insider Danny Cunningham has refuted this rumor, stating it is not the team's plan. While Cunningham acknowledged that such a scenario is technically possible, it is not the Cavaliers' intention. Hezonja's signing, if it proceeds without issue, would provide much-needed size for the Cavaliers on the wing as he aims for an NBA comeback.
