Cleveland Cavaliers Sign Kentucky’s Jaxson Robinson to Exhibit‑10 Deal
In a significant move for both the Cleveland Cavaliers and former Kentucky standout, Jaxson Robinson has officially signed an Exhibit‑10 contract with the Cavaliers, as first reported by Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress
A Steady Rise Through College
Robinson, a 6′5″ guard/wing born on December 3, 2002, in Ada, Oklahoma, carved a unique path through college basketball. After reclassifying early from Ada High, he began at Texas A&M (2020–21), transferred to Arkansas (2021–22), then made an immediate impact at BYU (2022–24), earning Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year honors In 2023–24, he averaged 14.2 PPG and led BYU in three-pointers made, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic scoring spark off the bench.
For his final collegiate season (2024–25), Robinson reunited with coach Mark Pope at Kentucky. Despite a wrist injury that ended his season prematurely, he still put up strong numbers—13.0 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 1.7 APG, hitting 37.6% from beyond the arc in 24 games
The Exhibit‑10 Agreement: What It Means
An Exhibit‑10 contract is a non-guaranteed, one-year deal structured to include incentives. If Robinson is waived during training camp but commits to the Cleveland Charge (Cavaliers’ G League affiliate) for at least 60 days, he could earn up to $85,000 in bonuses. Furthermore, teams can convert these contracts into two‑way deals—allowing players to split time between the NBA and G League, providing Robinson a direct route to the Cavs’ roster.
Summer League Debut & Roster Aspirations
Robinson will debut with the Cavs in the Las Vegas Summer League starting July 10, 2025, under the supervision of Cleveland’s coaching staff. His role will likely be that of a 3-and-D wing: a shooter who can knock down open threes and guard multiple positions—exactly the type of role the Cavaliers look to reinforce for the upcoming season.
NBA veterans and analysts are already weighing in. Former college coach and TV analyst Jay Bilas has praised Robinson’s “ability to shoot the ball and shoot it from deep,” stating it gives him “a very good chance of getting drafted”, even though he went undrafted in June.
Health Status and Readiness
Robinson sat out the closing stretch of his Kentucky season due to a torn ECU tendon in his right wrist, which required surgery. Sources confirm he’s now “cleared for contact,” making him available for full workouts, Summer League play, and training camp. The Cavaliers will watch closely to see if he can regain his pre-injury shooting rhythm and defensive agility.
Outlook: Cleveland’s Investment in Potential
With Exhibit‑10 deals, Cleveland minimizes financial risk while betting on upside. If Robinson performs well in Summer League camp, he could easily secure a two-way deal, opening the door to an NBA debut. Otherwise, the G League will provide a valuable proving ground—the Cavaliers hope to keep their Homegrown talent close.
For Robinson, this is a pivotal moment: a lottery weekend decision between being waived or earning his way in. The Exhibit‑10 pathway gives him structure and opportunity. As he settles in with Cleveland, his preparation, playmaking, and clutch shooting will determine whether the Oklahoma native transitions from undrafted hopeful to NBA contributor.