Despite last offseason’s speculation that Darius Garland and the Cavs might part ways following their second-round playoff loss to Boston, that was never a serious option—for either side.

During an interview with NBA reporter Tim MacMahon of ESPN, Darius Garland said he has never considered requesting a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers. There were rumors last offseason that Garland could ask out if the Cavaliers extended Donovan Mitchell,

Darius Garland has improved himself to be one of the best players for the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, there was a point in time when he considered leaving the franchise. ESPN published an article regarding Garland’s journey with the Cavaliers.