Leading up to the NBA draft, Collin Sexton was seen as long gone. However, with the Cavaliers unable to find a deal for the combo guard, it appears that he’s going to remain in town…possibly long-term.
Evan Dammarell of Fear The Sword hears that the franchise is considering an extension for Sexton, who is eligible to sign one this summer. The former No. 8 overall pick has enjoyed his time in Cleveland and would like to remain with the organization long-term.
An extension for Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton is back on the table, per sources.
Sexton enjoys being in Cleveland and wants to be here long term. Expect things to start heating up hopefully soon.
— Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan) August 11, 2021
It’s unclear what signing Sexton to an extension will cost the Cavaliers. There were rumors that rival clubs were hesitant to trade for the 22-year-old because of his potentially lucrative forthcoming contract.
Sexton just had his best season from a statistical standpoint this past season. The Alabama product scored 24.3 points per game while making 47.5 percent of his shots from the field.
If Sexton signs a long-term deal with the Cavaliers, trade rumblings surrounding Darius Garland could pick up. And while the No. 4 overall pick remains in the Cavaliers’ long-term plans, he isn’t untouchable in the right deal.