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Former NBA Star Larry Sanders Signs With New Basketball Team Overseas
Larry Sanders was once among the best centers in the NBA.
After retiring (in 2015), he most recently played in the league during the 2016-17 season when he made a brief return with the Cleveland Cavaliers (five games).
On Monday, it was announced that the 35-year-old has signed with a team in Taiwan (h/t Alberto De Roa of HoopsHype).
Via Basketball On X On July 31: “Former NBA player Larry Sanders announces that he is signing with the Taiwan Beer Leopards of the TPBL. ✍️”
Former NBA player Larry Sanders announces that he is signing with the Taiwan Beer Leopards of the TPBL. ✍️
[via IG// thereal_larrysanders] pic.twitter.com/fmiE1KK0Lr
— BASKETBALL ON 𝕏 (@BASKETBALLonX) July 31, 2024
Sanders was the 15th pick in the 2010 NBA Draft (out of VCU) and spent the first five seasons of his career with the Milwaukee Bucks.
During that time, he was one of the best rim protectors in the NBA.
In 2013, Sanders averaged 9.8 points, 9.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 2.8 blocks per contest while shooting 50.6% from the field in 71 games (55 starts) at just 24 years old.
He shockingly retired from the NBA when he was only 26 (before his brief stint with the Cavs).
Larry Sanders left the @NBA in his prime.
Here’s his story why.#MentalHealthAwarenessMonthhttps://t.co/0pvctwQIwm
— The Players’ Tribune (@PlayersTribune) May 3, 2018
Sanders had career averages of 6.4 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per contest while shooting 48.0% from the field in 238 regular season games for the Bucks and Cavs.
He also appeared in four NBA playoff games with the Bucks during the 2012-13 season (they lost in the first round).
Sanders has been teammates with NBA stars such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and Kyrie Irving.
If he had not retired at such a young age, it’s possible that he could have been an All-Star.
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland EMS responded to a fatal crash early Sunday morning.
According to EMS, the accident was at I-71 N and W 130th Street.
When crews arrived, they pronounced a 28-year-old man dead at the scene.
A 35-year-old man was taken to Fairview Hospital in stable condition, EMS said.
Two other men, ages 18 and 21, were also at the scene but declined medical transport.
19 News has made call outs to Cleveland Police on more information on the accident.
This is a developing story. Return to 19 News for updates.
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If you’re currently going through a bit of Cleveland Cavaliers withdrawal, you won’t have to wait much longer. Sure, you won’t see Donovan Mitchell or Evan Mobley, but some of the younger, intriguing players could be seeing the floor in the NBA’s Las Vegas Summer League 2026.
This summer, the games will begin on Thursday, July 9th, and go through Sunday, July 19th. All 76 games will air across ESPN platforms and Amazon Prime. Each team will play at least five games. The first four will take place between July 9th-16th. Semi-Final games will take place on Saturday, July 18th, airing on Amazon Prime, with the Championship game airing on July 19th on ESPN.
The Cleveland Cavaliers Schedule:
The Cavs will kick off their Summer League schedule on Friday, July 10th at 4:30 PM EST vs the Indiana Pacers. The game will air on ESPN2. Their schedule of games will be listed below.
Friday, July 10, 4:30 PM EST vs the Indiana Pacers at the Cox Pavilion, airing on ESPN 2.
Sunday, July 12, 4:00 PM EST vs the Detroit Pistons at the Thomas & Mack Center, airing on Amazon Prime
Monday, July 13, 8:00 PM EST vs the Miami Heat at the Cox Pavilion, airing on Amazon Prime
Wednesday, July 15, 5:30 PM EST vs the New Orleans Pelicans at the Cox Pavilion, airing on Amazon Prime
The Cavs will find out their 5th opponent after their first four games are completed, and will see if they are to move on to the semi-finals for the final weekend.
The Cavaliers Potential Summer League Roster:
While the roster should be announced in a few days, the Cavaliers have been building organizational depth, starting with drafting Meleek Thomas in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft. The team reportedly signed Ernest Udeh, Jr. out of Miami (FL) to a two-way contract and has added Texas A&M forward Rashaun Agee, and Florida guard Xavian Lee to Exhibit 10 contracts.
Tyrese Proctor is also a possibility to play for the team, but we know he will be playing with the Australian national team this summer. Expect fellow two-way player Tristan Enaruna to play as well but the Cavs may need to fill their final two-way spot as Riley Minix has been reported to sign with ASVEL in France.
Summer League is a great opportunity for players to get eyes on them and show their potential. This is also how the Cavs have succeeded over the years, finding diamonds in the rough who contribute to the main roster down the road. Let’s see if the Cavaliers find another hidden gem in a few weeks.
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