Norchad Omier’s path took another turn Tuesday night, and it brought him back to a place he already knows.
After being headed to the Timberwolves earlier in the day, Omier is now expected to sign a two-way contract with the Cavaliers, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The 25-year-old forward spent part of last season with the Cleveland Charge before moving on to the Clippers.
The move still isn’t finished, though. Cleveland already has its three two-way slots filled by Tristan Enaruna, Riley Minix and Ernest Udeh Jr., so the Cavs will need to waive one of them before Omier’s signing can become official.
Omier’s case is built on one clear trait: production on the glass. At 6-foot-7, he’s not built like a traditional interior force, but he kept piling up rebounds in the G League.
In 38 games between the Charge and San Diego Clippers last season, he averaged 18.3 points, 11.4 rebounds and 2.5 assists while shooting 59.2% from the field. He also picked up All-Rookie honors and finished third in Rookie of the Year voting.
That kind of résumé doesn’t guarantee a spot in an NBA rotation, but it does give Cleveland a reason to keep investing in him. The organization already has some familiarity with Omier, and those numbers make him an easy developmental bet.
Omier went undrafted out of Baylor in 2025 and became the first Nicaraguan-born NBA player. He played in six games for the Clippers after signing a two-way deal in February.
He later joined the Wolves for training camp, appeared in six preseason games and was waived. He was set to return to the Charge before Tuesday’s change of plans.
The Wolves, meanwhile, will have to regroup and look at other options, per Scotto. For Cleveland, the only remaining step is opening a two-way spot. Which player gets moved has not been reported.
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