Cavs Acquire 2-Time NBA All-Star for G League Affiliate

The Cleveland Charge, the Cavaliers' G League team, traded for veteran guard Victor Oladipo.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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The Cleveland Charge, the G League affiliate of the Cleveland Cavaliers, has acquired two-time NBA All-Star Victor Oladipo from the Wisconsin Herd. Oladipo, who has spent the entire G League season with the Herd, will now join the Charge as they look to bolster their roster for a playoff push.

Why it matters

The addition of Oladipo, a proven NBA talent, is a significant move for the Charge as they aim to develop young players and potentially identify future contributors for the Cavaliers' NBA roster. Oladipo's experience and skill set could provide valuable mentorship and on-court leadership for the Charge's players.

The details

The Charge acquired Oladipo in a trade with the Wisconsin Herd, the G League affiliate of the Milwaukee Bucks. The specifics of the trade, including any players or draft picks involved, have not been disclosed.

  • The trade was completed on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Victor Oladipo

A two-time NBA All-Star and veteran guard who has spent the 2025-26 G League season with the Wisconsin Herd.

Cleveland Charge

The G League affiliate of the Cleveland Cavaliers, who acquired Oladipo in a trade.

Wisconsin Herd

The G League affiliate of the Milwaukee Bucks, who traded Oladipo to the Cleveland Charge.

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What’s next

The Charge will look to integrate Oladipo into their lineup and see if his veteran presence and skills can help the team make a push for the G League playoffs.

The takeaway

This trade demonstrates the Cavaliers' commitment to developing their G League affiliate and potentially identifying future NBA talent through the Charge's roster. Oladipo's addition could provide a significant boost to the Charge's playoff aspirations.