Kevin Love, Cavs finalize his buyout; 76ers, Heat interested

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Kevin Love period in Cleveland is over.

Cleveland.com confirmed a report from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Saturday that Love and the Cavaliers have accomplished the buyout of his contract. The ultimate 12 months of Love’s deal assured him nearly $28.95 million.

Wojnarowski additionally reported that the Warmth are the frontrunners to signal Love as soon as he hits the market, however Love desires to speak to the 76ers earlier than he makes his choice.

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Chris Fedor of cleveland.com reported that previous to Wednesday’s sport in Philadelphia vs. the 76ers, Love approached the Cavs and requested for a buyout.

Love has been out of the rotation since Jan. 24 as he has been within the midst of the worst season of his profession when it comes to scoring. He struggled to shoot the ball nicely as he handled a fractured thumb.

He’s averaging a career-low 8.5 factors and 6.8 rebounds whereas taking pictures 38.9% from the sphere. He’s additionally taking pictures 35.4% from 3-point vary, his worst share for the reason that 2012-13 season with the Timberwolves.

Love was the final piece of the 2016 championship group nonetheless on the roster. He signed a four-year contract value about $120 million previous to the 2018-19 season.

The Cavaliers acquired him previous to the 2014-15 season after LeBron James selected to return to Cleveland. He performed 489 video games for the Cavs and averaged 15.7 factors and 9.2 rebounds.

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