Meleek Thomas

MIAMI, FL - NOVEMBER 13: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball during the game against the Miami Heat during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on November 13, 2026 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Image...

The Cleveland Cavaliers came into their game against the Miami Heat on Friday looking to add to the win column and climb above .500 as the sit with a 6-6 record. Late in the third quarter, with the Cavs trailing by a slim margin, rookie guard Meleek Thomas continued his solid start to the season […] The post Meleek Thomas makes unreal trick shot in back-and-forth Heat clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 11: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks dunks the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 11, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Ima...

Meleek Thomas has given the Cavs something they could use more of lately. A reason to feel good about what they’re seeing. Whether that should mean a starting spot ahead of James Harden is a bigger discussion. But at 5-6, the Cavs have reason to explore combinations that give their offense a different look. Mack […] The post Cavs’ Meleek Thomas making case for more time alongside Donovan Mitchell appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Although former NBA center DeMarcus Cousins envisions a championship for Cleveland Cavs Donovan Mitchell as a starter, he can’t say the same about James Harden. The retired four-time All-Star center didn’t hold back. The Cavs added wing depth over the summer by trading for Peyton Watson and drafting Meleek Thomas, a second-round standout who’s carved […] The post DeMarcus Cousins throws major shade at Cavs’ James Harden appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Meleek Thomas has given the Cavs reasons to trust his shot. The next question is how much they can trust him to create shots for everybody else. That’s worth exploring. It doesn’t require handing him James Harden’s job after 10 games. Mack Perry of Cavaliers On SI examined Thomas’ potential as an eventual starting point […] The post Cavs’ Meleek Thomas is earning a longer look appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 26: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Donovan Mitchell #45 high five during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 26, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty ...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 02: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes to the basket around Ajay Mitchell #25 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Rocket Arena on November 02, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers ...

Meleek Thomas has understandably attracted plenty of attention in the Cavaliers’ backcourt. But Tyrese Proctor is making a case for minutes, too. And for a team that needs to finish more defensive possessions with a rebound, Proctor is finding a useful way to contribute. The second-year guard collected four rebounds to go with 10 points […] The post Tyrese Proctor is giving Cavs more reasons to keep him on the floor appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Cavaliers Meleek Thomas is making it awfully difficult for the Cavaliers to keep him off the floor. For a rookie selected No. 34 overall, that’s already a pretty good accomplishment. Zach Weiss of Cavaliers on SI takes an enthusiastic look at Thomas’ ceiling, suggesting All-Star and even All-NBA honors could eventually be within reach. It’s […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Jazz, Jusuf Nurkic, Grizzlies appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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CLEVELAND — It’s a case of bad news, but not terrible news, for the Cavaliers in their home game against the Thunder on Monday. The bad news? Peyton Watson is out with hamstring soreness. The not-terrible news? Rookie Meleek Thomas will receive his first NBA start. Let’s start with Watson. He was listed as questionable […] The post Peyton Watson out for Cavs; Meleek Thomas to start appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Cavaliers appear close to getting their rookie spark back. With Jaylon Tyson unavailable, the timing would help. Meleek Thomas has been upgraded to probable for Saturday’s visit to the Bucks after missing Thursday’s loss in Atlanta with right foot soreness. Tyson is out with a right ankle sprain. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. […] The post Cavs likely getting Meleek Thomas back, and bench could use him appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Cavaliers have spent years waiting for Evan Mobley to become more of an offensive force. Well, he’s giving them something to think about. Mobley has made 12 of his first 21 three-point attempts this season. That’s 57.1 percent, for those keeping track. And no, he isn’t going to shoot that well all year. But […] The post Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, Koby Altman, Meleek Thomas, Bucks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Cavaliers gave Mario Hezonja until Nov. 15 to show them why they should guarantee his one-year, $2.8 million contract. Five games in, Chris Fedor of cleveland.com figures they’ve seen enough. Hezonja has played at least 15 minutes in every game, and Thursday in Atlanta offered a pretty good example of why Kenny Atkinson keeps […] The post Cavs Notes: Mario Hezonja, Donovan Mitchell, Meleek Thomas appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CLEVELAND — Meleek Thomas wanted people to leave the arena knowing his name. After Monday night, that probably won’t be an issue around here. The Cavaliers rookie scored 16 points in 19 minutes against the Timberwolves, supplying a needed spark in an overtime win. Now, with the Wizards visiting Wednesday, comes the opportunity to build […] The post Cavs rookie Meleek Thomas has their attention. Now comes the next opportunity appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Cavaliers rookie guard Meleek Thomas didn’t see any action in the first two games of the season, but he logged 19 minutes off the bench in Monday’s overtime victory over Minnesota and was a difference-maker, scoring 16 points on 6-of-10 shooting. After helping the Cavs pull out a tight win in his NBA regular season […]

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CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 26: James Harden #1 speaks with Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the game against the Utah Jazz on October 26, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G...

Meleek Thomas' 16 points in 19 minutes helped rally the Cavaliers to a 127-125 overtime win over the Timberwolves in his NBA debut.