Cavs Sign Promising Forward Tristan Enaruna

Two-way contract brings G League standout to NBA roster

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:07pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a basketball game, with the players and court broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the Cavaliers' team colors and those of their opponent.The Cavaliers' signing of Tristan Enaruna represents their strategic approach to developing young talent and utilizing the G League to strengthen their roster.Cleveland Today

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed forward Tristan Enaruna to a two-way contract, as announced by Koby Altman, the team's President of Basketball Operations. Enaruna, a 6'8" forward, has been a rising star in the NBA G League, averaging 19.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.4 steals per game for the Cleveland Charge this season. The move comes after Enaruna's successful college career at Cleveland State, Iowa State, and Kansas.

Why it matters

The Cavaliers' decision to sign Enaruna to a two-way contract is a strategic move to develop young talent and utilize the G League effectively. Enaruna's impressive performance in the G League has earned him this opportunity, and the two-way deal will allow the Cavaliers to maximize his skills at both the NBA and G League levels.

The details

Enaruna's two-way contract with the Cavaliers comes with a corresponding move, as the team waived forward Chris Livingston to create roster space. The Cavaliers' roster now stands at 17 players, with Enaruna set to wear the number 21 jersey and contribute to the team's depth and talent.

  • Enaruna's signing was announced by Koby Altman on January 28th at Cleveland Clinic Courts.
  • Enaruna has been a standout performer for the Cleveland Charge in the G League this season.

The players

Tristan Enaruna

A 6'8" forward who has been a rising star in the NBA G League, playing for the Cleveland Charge and averaging 19.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.4 steals per game this season.

Koby Altman

The President of Basketball Operations for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who announced Enaruna's signing.

Chris Livingston

A forward who was waived by the Cavaliers to create roster space for Enaruna's signing.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add Tristan to our roster and continue his development at the NBA level.”

— Koby Altman, President of Basketball Operations, Cleveland Cavaliers

The takeaway

The Cavaliers' signing of Tristan Enaruna to a two-way contract demonstrates their commitment to developing young talent and utilizing the G League effectively. Enaruna's impressive performance in the G League has earned him this opportunity, and the Cavaliers will look to maximize his skills at both the NBA and G League levels.