"Christian Eyenga experienced the ups and downs of most rookies during the 2010-11 NBA season.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, though, have seen enough potential in the 6-7 guard-forward from the Congo to exercise the third-year option on his contract.

The move, announced today by Cavaliers general manager Chris Grant, keeps Eyenga's contract under the Cavs' control through the 2012-13 season.

Eyenga, 22, played in 44 games with the Cavaliers last season. He averaged 6.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.6 blocked shots in 21.5 minutes per game. Eyenga shot 42.5 percent from the field, including 27.5 percent on 3-point tries, and 64.3 percent on free throws."