Israeli Guard Noam Yaacov Signs Exhibit 10 Contract With Cleveland Cavaliers

Israeli guard Noam Yaacov has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, aiming to make his way into the NBA. The contract allows him to compete for a spot on the Cavaliers' roster during the preseason, with the possibility of earning a two-way contract. Yaacov is expected to play for the Cavaliers' G League affiliate, the Cleveland Charge, which is managed by Liron Pe'nan, recognized as the G League's Executive of the Year.

Yaacov will participate in the Cavaliers' remaining preseason games. Cleveland is scheduled to play Orlando twice, with the first game on Sunday night and the second between Tuesday and Wednesday. Following a preseason game where Cleveland utilized all 17 of its players, it is suggested Yaacov may receive playing time in these upcoming matchups.

The Exhibit 10 contract primarily secures Yaacov a spot in the G League but offers a pathway to the NBA based on his performance. He could potentially be signed to a 10-day contract starting January 5, 2027, a further upgrade path. However, his primary goal is to secure a two-way contract at any point during the season, which would allow him to move between the NBA and G League rosters.