Overview

• Nance agreed to a veteran’s minimum contract for the 2025-26 season, marking his second stint with Cleveland after playing there from 2018 to 2021.
• The 32-year-old Akron native has amassed a decade of NBA experience with five franchises, including the Lakers, Trail Blazers, Pelicans and Hawks.
• Cleveland expects him to provide frontcourt depth, improved three-point shooting and locker-room leadership off the bench.
• This signing follows the Cavaliers’ trade for Lonzo Ball and the addition of sharpshooter Sam Merrill as the team looks to overcome back-to-back Eastern Conference semifinal exits.
• As the son of franchise legend Larry Nance Sr., his return highlights Cleveland’s focus on continuity, culture and versatile lineups.