Not my first choice for Cavs, but Meleek Thomas is intriguing
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected combo guard Meleek Thomas from Arkansas with the 34th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old Pittsburgh native has promised elite shooting and intense defense for the team. This move followed a decision by president of basketball operations Koby Altman to trade out of the first round due to luxury tax concerns.
What changed
The Cavaliers have officially added Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas to their roster via the second round of the draft.
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Cleveland Cavaliers Draft Meleek Thomas in Second Round
confidence 95%The Cleveland Cavaliers selected combo guard Meleek Thomas from Arkansas with the 34th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old Pittsburgh native has promised elite shooting and intense defense for the team. This move followed a decision by president of basketball operations Koby Altman to trade out of the first round due to luxury tax concerns.
What's confirmed:
- The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft.
- Meleek Thomas was taken with the 34th pick.
- Thomas is a 19-year-old native of Pittsburgh.
- The draft took place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Still unconfirmed:
- Terry Pluto described Meleek Thomas as intriguing but not his first choice for the Cavaliers.
- The Cavaliers face two serious problems following the selection of Meleek Thomas.