Deron Williams Expected To Sign With Cleveland Cavaliers Once He Clears Waivers

After failing to move him before the trade deadline, the Dallas Mavericks have waived starting point guard Deron Williams. Now that he is a free agent, the Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to sign him, according to ESPN's Marc Stein.

Multiple teams interested in Deron Williams tell ESPN they believe Williams has already decided to join Cleveland upon clearing waivers

— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) February 23, 2017

Cleveland has an open roster spot after trading Chris Andersen to the Charlotte Hornets earlier this month, and LeBron James hasn't been shy about his desire for the team to add another playmaker.

The Cavs had been looking to trade for backup help, particularly a backup point guard, and Williams would certainly become one of the league's premier backups at the position.

Williams is averaging 13.1 points and 6.9 assists per game this year.

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