Born on August 25, 1994, in Columbus, Ohio, Caris LeVert plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has the versatility to play in the guard-forward role. LeVert is the team’s secondary ball handler, who comes off the bench and runs the offense. He averaged 14.0 points, 5.1 assists and 4.1 rebounds in the 2023/24 season.
LeVert was drafted 20th overall by the Indiana Pacers in the 2016 NBA Draft. However, his draft rights were later traded to the Brooklyn Nets. He thrives in the pick-and-roll with Jarrett Allen, utilizing Allen's screens to create scoring opportunities. LeVert's agility allows him to operate through the lanes and drive to the basket or take pull up jumpers. He can also find an open look for teammates or layup opportunities for the bigs like Allen and Evan Mobley. LeVert is also a defensive lock, allowing only 44.6% from the field on more than 10 contested shots per game.
Caris LeVert Trade
Caris LeVert was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers by the Indiana Pacers on February 6, 2022, before the mid-season trade deadline. The Cavaliers traded for him to add a dynamic scorer, who can drive to the basket and finish at the rim. The Cavs were pushing for the playoffs, and were aggressively shopping for more backcourt help and a wing player after losing guards Collin Sexton and Rubio to season-ending injuries.
Cleveland received:
Caris LeVert
2022 second-round pick (via Miami)
Indiana received:
Ricky Rubio
2022 first-round pick (lottery protected)
2022 second-round pick (via Houston)
2027 second-round pick (via Utah)
FAQs on Caris LeVert Trade
A. Caris LeVert was drafted by the Indiana Pacers with the 20th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft.
A. Caris LeVert was born on August 25, 1994. As of April 2024, he is 29 years old.
A. Caris LeVert plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers as of April 2024.
A. Caris LeVert can play in the guard-forward role.
A. Caris LeVert was traded to the Cavs by the Indiana Pacers, in exchange for Ricky Rubio and two second-round draft picks.
