Mario Hezonja, the former NBA lottery pick, has signed a one-year, $2.8 million veteran minimum deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Hezonja, 31, returns to the NBA after six years playing overseas.
Rebuilding His Career
Hezonja was the fifth overall pick by the Orlando Magic in 2015 but failed to meet expectations in his five NBA seasons. He averaged 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 330 games before moving to Europe.
In Europe, Hezonja developed into one of the top wings, winning a EuroLeague title and earning Liga Endesa MVP honors last season. The Cavaliers’ signing of Hezonja is a low-risk move with potential upside, as he has spent the past six years competing at the highest level outside the NBA.
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