Cavs Weighing European MVP as LeBron Backup | NBA News

Cleveland’s Cavs are eyeing a bold, budget-friendly move if LeBron James stays away—targeting Mario Hezonja, the Croatian MVP dominating Europe, as a realistic backup plan. With cap constraints and stars like Donovan Mitchell locked in, Hezonja’s European dominance and affordable price tag make him a sneaky smart option—even if he’s not LeBron. The Cavs’ fate hinges on the King’s decision, but if he’s gone, Hezonja might just be the unexpected piece that keeps them competitive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b287990c8f72c073