Mario Hezonja May Return to EuroLeague as Cleveland Holds Early Release Option

Mario Hezonja, the former Real Madrid star and current Cleveland Cavaliers forward, could leave the NBA earlier than expected due to a special clause in his contract. The 25-year-old signed a non-guaranteed deal with Cleveland worth $2.8 million for the season, which includes a unilateral release option for the Cavaliers until November 15. If Hezonja remains on the roster past that date, his contract becomes fully guaranteed for the NBA season. However, if Cleveland exercises the release option before November 15, Hezonja will need to find a new team. One of the clubs reportedly interested in signing him this summer is Hapoel Tel Aviv, raising the possibility of his return to the EuroLeague. This contractual detail suggests that Hezonja's stay in the NBA may be short-lived, and Hapoel Tel Aviv is waiting to see if he will become available again.