Cavs Sign Darius Brown II to Two-Way Deal

Cleveland Charge guard gets call-up to NBA roster

Mar. 2, 2026 at 6:55am

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The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Darius Brown II, a 26-year-old guard from the team's G League affiliate the Cleveland Charge, to a two-way contract. Brown has been a standout for the Charge this season, averaging 12.4 points, 9.7 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.2 steals per game.

Why it matters

The Cavaliers are looking to bolster their roster depth as they push for a playoff spot, and Brown's strong play in the G League has earned him this two-way opportunity with the NBA club. His addition provides the Cavs with additional backcourt depth and playmaking ability.

The details

Brown initially joined the Cavaliers on Exhibit 10 contracts in the past two offseasons after going undrafted out of Utah State in 2024. He has appeared in 78 games for the Charge over the past two seasons and has been a regular starter for the team this year. To make room for Brown, the Cavs are waiving former Bulls two-way player Emanuel Miller, who was acquired in a recent three-team trade.

  • On February 20, 2026, the Cavaliers signed Darius Brown II to a two-way contract.

The players

Darius Brown II

A 26-year-old guard who has been a standout player for the Cleveland Charge in the G League this season, averaging 12.4 points, 9.7 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.2 steals per game.

Emanuel Miller

A 25-year-old Canadian forward who was on a two-way contract with the Chicago Bulls earlier this season before being traded to the Cavaliers in a three-team deal, but has not been active for Cleveland and will be waived.

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What they’re saying

“Darius Brown II is getting a call-up from the Cavaliers, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), who hears from agent Matt Slan that Brown and the Cavs have agreed to a two-way contract.”

— Michael Scotto, Reporter

What’s next

The Cavaliers will look to integrate Darius Brown II into their rotation as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

The takeaway

The Cavaliers are providing an opportunity for a talented young player in Darius Brown II to prove himself at the NBA level, as they seek to bolster their roster depth for a postseason run.