Jaylon Tyson News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Team option picked up The Cavaliers have exercised Tyson's fourth-year rookie-scale team option for the 2027-28 season, the team announced Tuesday.

Impact Tyson enjoyed a breakout sophomore campaign in 2025-26, averaging 13.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.8 steals in 26.9 minutes across 66 regular-season appearances (42 starts). The 23-year-old wing shot an impressive 44.6 percent from three-point range, the fourth-best mark in the NBA, and recorded eight games with at least 20 points, including a career-high 39 against Philadelphia on Jan. 16. Tyson's emergence as a reliable perimeter threat should keep him firmly in Cleveland's rotation entering his third season.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in reserve role Tyson finished with 12 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 132-116 preseason loss to the Magic.

Impact Tyson made the most of his offensive opportunities, converting five of nine field-goal attempts while contributing on the glass. His 25 minutes gave Cleveland an extended look at the wing, who will look to translate his solid preseason showing into a consistent role once the regular season begins.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Sunday Tyson won't start Sunday's preseason game against the Magic, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact James Harden (ankle) is back in the starting five, pushing Tyson to the second unit. Across 17 minutes in Thursday's preseason-opening loss to Boston, he posted 14 points, three rebounds and two assists.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

The Cavaliers are building for two different futures at once The Cavaliers want to win now with Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, but developing Jaylon Tyson, Meleek Thomas and other young players pre...

OCTOBER 11 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Strong showing in preseason loss Tyson tallied 14 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and two assists in 17 minutes during Thursday's 124-113 preseason loss to the Celtics.

Impact Tyson put together a solid night on the offensive end, and his effort was enough to lead the Cavs in scoring. He drew the start Thursday with James Harden (ankle) sidelined, though he'll be expected see the majority of his minutes off the bench once the regular season gets underway later this month.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Boston Tyson will start Thursday's preseason game against the Celtics, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact With James Harden (ankle) unavailable, Tyson will enter the starting five in the Cavaliers' preseason opener. He'll be joined in the first unit by Donovan Mitchell, Peyton Watson, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Why Jaylon Tyson Could Be Cleveland's Difference Maker in 2026-27 Season When the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Peyton Watson, an athlete of epic proportions out at wing, a clear message was sent to the rest of the...

OCTOBER 1 • SI.COM

Jaylon Tyson looks primed to win this major award Jaylon Tyson did not play much during his rookie season, although he was a first round pick. He improved greatly during his second season, a...

SEPTEMBER 27 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

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SEPTEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Lesser role incoming? Cleveland's offseason acquisition of Peyton Watson gives Tyson another threat for playing time in 2026-27, per Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland.

Impact Tyson started a career-high 42 games last regular season, but that could change with Watson in the fold. Sam Merrill is also in the mix, offering the Cavaliers the opportunity to take a hot-hand approach between the three at small forward on a game-to-game basis. Tyson is just a late-round flier in fantasy leagues this fall.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Why Jaylon Tyson Is Poised To Breakout in 2026 For The Cavaliers Though the 2025-26 season often felt like a roller coaster for Cleveland, one thing that felt like a constant was the opportunity for multip...

SEPTEMBER 15 • SI.COM

Jaylon Tyson Could Unlock Cleveland's Second Unit in a Big Way This Season The Cavaliers have reshaped their roster this offseason in hopes of competing for a title in 2026-27. They’ve added athleticism, size, and e...

SEPTEMBER 11 • SI.COM

How Jaylon Tyson Can Build Upon His Breakout Season With Cavs Cavaliers Wing Jaylon Tyson had a strange season in 2025-26. With Max Strus & Darius Garland sidelined to open the year, he was presented wi...

SEPTEMBER 9 • SI.COM

Cavaliers belief in Jaylon Tyson led to brilliant trade and a bright future The Cleveland Cavaliers kept Jaylon Tyson out of the Peyton Watson trade, a brilliant move that shows their belief in Tyson and paves the wa...

AUGUST 29 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Inside Ernest Udeh Jr.'s Case for Standard Roster Spot With Cavs Similar to current Cavalier forward Jaylon Tyson, Ernest Udeh Jr. bounced around in college. He played for three schools in four years, fini...

AUGUST 27 • SI.COM

Max Strus' departure means one thing for Jaylon Tyson During his short time with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Max Strus made a huge impact on the team. His energy, tenacity, and knack for winning pl...

AUGUST 25 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Jaylon Tyson Has a Legitimate Case for Sixth Man of the Year in 2026-27 The sophomore season for Jaylon Tyson in Cleveland was a pleasant surprise. He showed signs during his first Summer League foray, but his on...

AUGUST 25 • SI.COM

More competition for minutes The Cavaliers' acquisition of Peyton Watson adds another high-upside wing to a rotation that already includes Tyson, creating additional competition for minutes on the perimeter.

Impact Watson's four-year, $88 million contract suggests Cleveland views him as a significant part of its long-term core, and his defensive versatility should give him a clear path to playing time. Tyson should remain in the rotation, but Watson's arrival lowers his ceiling and could make it more difficult for Tyson to earn a substantial increase in minutes.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylon Tyson needs to help Cavaliers make big splash trade next season If Jaylon Tyson improves, the Cleveland Cavaliers should feel comfortable trading Max Strus.

AUGUST 17 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Peyton Watson signing would be a huge blow to one Cavs unsung hero The Cleveland Cavaliers are reportedly near the top of the list of Peyton Watson's suitors, and that spells trouble for Jaylon Tyson.

AUGUST 11 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavaliers' second-apron trade potential puts Jaylon Tyson in the spotlight If the Cleveland Cavaliers have to make trades because of the second apron, they are okay with simply elevating Jaylon Tyson's role.

JULY 30 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavs may already have the perfect Dean Wade replacement With Dean Wade no longer with the team, the Cleveland Cavaliers should finally unleash Jaylon Tyson and let him show what he's capable of.

JULY 8 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Counting Down Cal's Top-50 Transfer Athletes: No. 3 Jaylon Tyson The transfer portal era in college athletics seems like it’s been with us forever. Likewise, most fans can recall less turbulent times when...

JULY 8 • SI.COM

This Cavs player can follow in the steps of Jaylon Tyson this summer Last season, Jaylon Tyson came out of nowhere to be a key fixture in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ rotation during the regular season. He was one...

JUNE 30 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavaliers must avoid inevitable Jaylon Tyson temptation this summer When you look at the Cleveland Cavaliers' potential trade assets outside of Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen, you're not loo...

MAY 31 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

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