Overview

• The Cavaliers have signaled openness to trade Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen for draft picks and complementary players as they approach the second apron luxury-tax threshold.
• Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley remain off-limits in trade discussions, with management prioritizing the retention of both stars.
• Potential trade partners include the Los Angeles Lakers for Allen—targeting a pick-and-roll partner for Luka Doncic—and the Orlando Magic for Garland in exchange for Jalen Suggs.
• Teams are bracing for a trade-centric offseason under the new CBA rules, with complex multi-team deals expected to navigate salary-cap restrictions.
• Cleveland’s front office is seeking defensive-minded wings and cost-controlled bigs in return to strengthen playoff resilience and manage luxury-tax liabilities.