SHENZHEN, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 09: Anderson Varejao #11of Brazil reacts during FIBA World Cup 2019 Group K match between USA and Brazil at Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre on September 9, 2019 in Shenzhen, China.

Report: Cavs sign veteran Varejao for rest of season

5 years ago
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The Cleveland Cavaliers are reportedly signing Brazilian big man Anderson Varejao for the rest of the season, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.

The 38-year-old hasn't suited up in an NBA game since the 2016-17 campaign.

Varejao is familiar with the Cavaliers, having played 12 of his 13 NBA seasons in Cleveland.

After a brief stint with the Golden State Warriors, Varejao left the NBA in 2017 and signed with Brazilian club Flamengo while also continuing to suit up for the Brazilian National Team in FIBA events.

Varejao brings a veteran presence to a young Cavs team fighting for their playoff lives. Cleveland is seven games out of the final play-in round spot, with only 10 games remaining on its schedule.

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