https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/not-my-first-choice-for-cavs-but-meleek-thomas-is-intriguingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/not-my-first-choice-for-cavs-but-meleek-thomas-is-intriguinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/not-my-first-choice-for-cavs-but-meleek-thomas-is-intriguing#u19196Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:41:47 +0000The Cleveland Cavaliers selected combo guard Meleek Thomas from Arkansas with the 34th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old Pittsburgh native has promised elite shooting and intense defense for the team. This move followed a decision by president of basketball operations Koby Altman to trade out of the first round due to luxury tax concerns.What's confirmed:The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft.Meleek Thomas was taken with the 34th pick.Thomas is a 19-year-old native of Pittsburgh.The draft took place at the Barcl