Daily News – July 7, 2016

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Reportedly: Cleveland Cavaliers to acquire Chicago Bulls forward Mike Dunleavy via trade Author: Chris Haynes Publication: Cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Cleveland Cavaliers will trade for Chicago Bulls small forward Mike Dunleavy, league sources confirmed to cleveland.com.

Chicago is parting ways with Dunleavy to shed cap space to make room for Miami Heat free agent Dwyane Wade, who committed to signing with his hometown team on Wednesday night.

Cleveland will use a portion of the $9.6 million Anderson Varejao trade exception to absorb Dunleavy’s salary, The Vertical reported. – CLICK HERE to read full story.

Reports: Richard Jefferson announces he’s returning to Cleveland on a two-year deal Author: Chris Haynes Publication: Cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio. – Free agent forward Richard Jefferson announced he’s re-signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Jefferson, 36, made the announcement Wednesday night on his Snapchat account.

His message read, “Can’t wait to repeat…2 year deal done!! The Land you ready?”

His deal is for two-years at $5 million. – CLICK HERE to read full story.

Cavs top league in merchandise sales following championship Author: Jason Lloyd Publication: Akron Beacon Journal

The Cavaliers have topped the Golden State Warriors now off the court, too.

Fueled by their first championship in team history and the city’s first title in 52 years, the Cavs topped the NBA in team merchandise sales from April through June, according to the league. It was the Cavs’ first time atop the merchandise rankings since January 2015.

Steph Curry, however, once again topped LeBron James for the most popular jersey. James finished second, Kobe Bryant was third and Kyrie Irving ranked fourth. Curry has held the top spot in jersey sales since the end of the 2014-15 season. – CLICK HERE to read full story.

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