Cleveland Cavaliers sophomore wing Jaylon Tyson showed flashes last season of being game-changing potential, but year two will give him the opportunity to reach his next level.
In 2024, the Cavs selected the three-year collegiate veteran from Cal 20th overall. Tyson became the first Cal Golden Bear to be drafted in the first round since Jaylen Brown. In his final college season, Tyson averaged 19.6 points and shot 36 percent on three-pointers. As an older prospect and having attended three schools in three years, Tyson's draft stock fell into being projected as a second-round selection.
Cleveland took a chance on Tyson, and while he did not see many minutes on the court in his inaugural campaign, Max Strus' untimely injury opens a clear chance for Tyson to make an impact early in the season.