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On YouTubeCleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / May 1
The Cavaliers approach to Game 6 means more than the outcome 
Despite the Cleveland Cavaliers walking away from Game 5 with a 3-2 series lead, they still haven’t fully instilled confidence as a bona fide contender.
Donovan Mitchell News / Fear The Sword / May 1
4 keys for Cavs at Raptors Game 6: Can Donovan Mitchell break out of his slump?
The Cleveland Cavaliers will have a chance to close out the Toronto Raptors in Game 6. For them to do that, they’ll likely need a superstar performance from at least one of their best players.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
Cavaliers getting the full James Harden playoff experience
So far, the Cleveland Cavaliers are getting the best and the worst of the postseason James Harden experience.
The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Donovan Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Donovan Mitchell doesn’t have to put on a show for the Cavs, but he has to be better
The Cleveland Cavaliers have all the admiration in the world for Donovan Mitchell. Between his abilities on the court, his leadership off of it, and his connection to the city and its fans, there’s good reason to put him in the ranks of one of the most decorated Cavs stars of all-time.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Fear The Sword / April 30
20 Stats to explain Cavs 125-120 Game 5 win over Raptors
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers regained momentum in the series after gutting out a 125-120 victory in Game 5 to take a 3-2 lead over the Toronto Raptors.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 30
Cleveland Cavaliers Still Have One Glaring Issue Despite Winning Game 5
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been one of the best teams in the league at distributing the ball, as the team was ranked in the top seven among playoff teams since the trade deadline in assists per game.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 30
Cavaliers Must Capitalize on Raptors Injury Concerns Going Into Game 6
It's often said that you need a little luck to win the NBA Championship. While this series isn't for the Larry O'Brien trophy, the five games between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors have been very close matchups where the momentum has shifted each way in favor of the home team.
Dennis Schroder News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30
Dennis Schroder gave Cleveland the extra creator Toronto can no longer load up against
Cleveland did not solve Toronto in Game 5 by finding one unstoppable star. It solved Toronto by adding one more reliable decision-maker. Dennis Schroder’s postgame comments and Cleveland’s late-game shape both made that clear.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 30
Cavaliers vs. Raptors – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Head-to-Head Stats (May 1)
James Harden was expected to take on the leading role alongside Donovan Mitchell in Game 5. And much to Cleveland’s delight, the former Los Angeles Clippers’ star was all over the opponent in what was a thriller of a game.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 30
The Cleveland Cavaliers Adjustment That Flipped Game 5
Dennis Schorder kept the Cleveland Cavaliers alive after his heroic fourth quarter in Game 5 Wednesday night at Rocket Arena. If you thought this was a sentence that would be said once he was acquired by Kony Altman and staff at the trade deadline, I'd have told you to get a lottery ticket.
The 'Most NBA Playoff 3's all-time' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Charles Barkley News / Athlon Sports / April 30
NBA Legend Charles Barkley Apologizes for Bad Prediction
Charles Barkley apologized for one of his predictions in the 2026 NBA Playoffs on Wednesday. Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson were on the call for NBA on ESPN.
RJ Barrett opens up on James Harden altercation in Cavaliers comeback win
Toronto Raptors suffered a painful fourth-quarter comeback on Wednesday night, missing the chance to swing the series 3-2 in their favour. It was a defeat that shifted pressure firmly back onto them.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 30
Cavs Quotes and Notes: What Donovan Mitchell Said About Dennis Schroder After Game 5
The Cleveland Cavaliers escaped Game 5 against the Toronto Raptors after a stellar second half. Cavs superstar Donovan Mitchell was sidelined for much of the fourth quarter as a lineup featuring Dennis Schroder and James Harden finally started to figure out the Raptors.
Dennis Schroder News / Hoops Wire / April 30
Dennis Schroder proves to be loud voice, hot hand Cavs needed
This one turned on a voice in the locker room and a heater in the fourth. Dennis Schroder didn’t like the feel of it at halftime. The Cavs were down, the building was uneasy, and the series had tilted the wrong way.
Evan Mobley News / Fear The Sword / April 30
Winners and Losers: Cavs vs Raptors Game 5 – Evan Mobley bounces back
The Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back for a huge Game 5 win and a 3-2 series lead over the Toronto Raptors. Let’s go over today’s losers. I can’t blame anyone for feeling antsy in the first half.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 29
Cavs have the edge now; can they finish the job?
Random dribbles following the Cavaliers’ 125-120 home win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 5 on Wednesday. 1. These are the NBA playoffs, and sometimes, you get a lift from an unexpected source.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29
Cavaliers ride hot hand of Dennis Schroder to take pivotal Game 5 against Raptors
Even a poor defensive performance in the first half could not keep the Cleveland Cavaliers from making it five wins in as many games for the home team in the first-round series against the Toronto Raptors with Wednesday's 125-120 comeback win.
Charles Barkley News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29
Charles Barkley apologizes for his bad NBA playoff prediction
Charles Barkley is formally recanting his prediction less than two weeks into NBA playoffs. The retired basketball icon Barkley had a funny moment during ESPN’s coverage of Game 5 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 29
Cavaliers Change Starting Lineup For Game 5
Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson made a change to his starting lineup for Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Raptors, replacing defensive specialist Dean Wade with Max Strus, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com writes in a subscriber-only story.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 29
Cavs’ Draft Pick Niang Headed To College
Cavaliers draft-and-stash prospect Saliou Niang is planning to play in the United States next season but not in the NBA. Niang has decided to play Division I basketball with North Carolina and LSU in the running for his services, Alessandro Maggi of Sportando tweets.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / April 29
Tristan Thompson Makes Unusual Request to Court for His Disabled Brother
NBA star Tristan Thompson, with 13 seasons under his belt and currently a free agent, is making headlines for his heartfelt dedication to family. In a
Nae'Qwan Tomlin News / Scoop B / April 29
From Harlem’s Rucker Park to Cleveland’s Bright Lights: Nae’Qwan Tomlin is Staying True to NYC While Playing in The Land
The journey from the asphalt of Harlem to the hardwood of the NBA is a path paved with legendary stories, but for Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Nae’Qwan Tomlin, that journey was anything but traditional.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / April 29
Cavs’ James Harden: ‘We’re extremely confident’
It’s safe to say not everyone is pleased with how things have gone for the Cavaliers. That probably includes the Cavaliers. The series against the Raptors is tied 2-all entering Wednesday’s Game 5 in Cleveland (7:30 p.m.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29
Draymond Green calls out NBA All-Star as 'soft'
Draymond Green is looking to add to his lengthy list of enemies.
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