Here’s the new-look Cavs roster after the 2026 NBA trade deadline

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The Cleveland Cavaliers were one of the most active teams at the 2026 NBA trade deadline.

Here’s a summary of where things stand for the team with all the dust settled and the deadline passed.

The players the Cavs acquired:

  • James Harden
  • Emanuel Miller
  • Dennis Schröder
  • Keon Ellis

The picks and players the Cavs sent out:

  • Darius Garland
  • Deandre Hunter
  • Lonzo Ball
  • 2027 2nd (own)

The new, full Cavs roster

  1. Evan Mobley
  2. Donovan Mitchell
  3. James Harden
  4. Jarrett Allen
  5. Jaylon Tyson
  6. Max Strus
  7. Keon Ellis
  8. Dennis Schröder
  9. Sam Merrill
  10. Dean Wade
  11. Thomas Bryant
  12. Larry Nance Jr.
  13. Craig Porter Jr.
  14. Tyrese Proctor
  15. Nae’qwan Tomlin (two-way)
  16. Emanuel Miller (two-way)
  17. Tristan Enaruna (two-way)

Cavs draft picks remaining

  • 2030 1st (own)
  • 2031 1st (own)
  • 2032 1st (own)

What are your expectations for the new-look Cavs? Are you happy with the trade deadline? Do you think this team can compete for a title this year? Let’s talk about all that and more in the comments below!

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