Cavaliers lost to Bulls 117-118, Bryant scored 6 points and failed to score twice
2025-10-08 05:07
On October 7th , Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant became the center of attention during an NBA preseason game after missing game-winning shots. Facing the Chicago Bulls, Bryant attempted two buzzer-beaters in the final moments, but both were blocked, leading to a narrow 117-118 loss. After the game, he waved away the cameras, a scene that quickly went viral on social media.
While it's just a preseason game, it holds significant significance for Bryant. The 28-year-old veteran joined the Cavaliers on a non-guaranteed contract during the offseason and is working to secure eligibility. If he makes the official roster, he'll earn approximately $3.2 million in the 2025-26 season; however, if he underperforms, the team can waive him before the regular season.
Bryant came off the bench for 12 minutes, shooting 2-for-4 from beyond the arc for 6 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal. Despite his impressive stats, his clutch turnovers became a major concern. According to statistics, he was blocked consecutively by the Bulls' Darren Terry and Jaylen Smith in the final possession.
Bryant played in the NBA for many years, playing for the Lakers, Wizards, Nuggets, Heat and Pacers. Last season, he played 56 games for Indiana, averaging 6.9 points and 3.9 rebounds per game while shooting 52%.
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