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Cavaliers Exercise Jaylon Tyson's Option
Cleveland locks in Jaylon Tyson for 2026-27 season with fourth-year option.
In brief
Cleveland locks in Jaylon Tyson for 2026-27 season with fourth-year option. Cavaliers exercise fourth-year option on Jaylon Tyson to secure him for 2026-27 season. Originally reported by Cleveland Cavaliers On SI.
Cavaliers exercise option
Cleveland Cavaliers exercise fourth-year option on Jaylon Tyson's rookie contract.
What this means
This step builds full-bird rights for Tyson, making re-signing easier in near future.
Rookie-scale deal process
Tyson plays out fourth season to qualify for fifth season qualifying offer.
Right of first refusal
Cleveland gains right to match any offer sheet for Tyson.
What happens if declined
Tyson would enter unrestricted free agency after 2026-27 season.
Tyson's 2025-26 stats
Tyson averaged 13.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists with 49.3% field goal accuracy.
Tyson's shooting efficiency
Tyson ranked 19th in NBA for catch-and-shoot 3PT efficiency with 44.8% accuracy.
Tyson's role shift
Tyson's role changed after adding James Harden, Keon Ellis, Dennis Schröder, and Max Strus.
2026-27 outlook
Tyson remains key player with rotation changes and Peyton Watson added.
What it means
Cavaliers exercise fourth-year option on Jaylon Tyson to secure him for 2026-27 season.
