Cavaliers Field Trade Calls on Lonzo Ball Before Feb. 5 Deadline
Cleveland targets expiring money to ease second‑apron penalties.
Overview
- The Washington Wizards have inquired about acquiring Lonzo Ball, according to Mike Scotto of HoopsHype.
- Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported that Cleveland is seeking expiring contracts as it explores moving Ball.
- Ball is on a $10 million salary this season with a $10 million team option for 2026–27.
- He has struggled in a limited role, averaging about 4.6 points with sub-30% shooting and has been overtaken in the rotation by Craig Porter Jr. and at times Tyrese Proctor.
- Washington has roughly $30 million in flexibility and multiple traded-player exceptions to absorb contracts, with no agreement reported as of Feb. 1 ahead of the Feb. 5 deadline.