The Cleveland Cavaliers are exploring deals for Dennis Schroder and Max Strus to make cap space in order to trade for Peyton Watson, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

The Cavs would offer Watson a four-year deal and work out a sign-and-trade with the Nuggets.

Schroder has two years remaining on his deal for $14.8 million next season and $15.8 million for 2027-28.

Strus is on an expiring deal at $16.7 million next season.

The Clippers and Bucks also remain candidates to add Watson.

Watson is reportedly looking for a deal at over $25 million per season.