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Donovan Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 19

Why Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell feels ‘sense of urgency’ to win a championship soon

The Cleveland Cavaliers not only finished 1st in the Eastern Conference last season with a 64-18 record, they arguably made the biggest splash of the offseason by taking on James Harden.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 19

Three Keys for Cleveland Cavaliers Ahead of Brooklyn Nets Matchup

The Cleveland Cavaliers come out of the All-Star break with a five-game winning streak to defend and plenty of questions ahead as they host the Brooklyn Nets tonight (Thursday).

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / February 19

Brooklyn Nets at Cleveland Cavaliers Preview, Prediction & Odds, February 19

The NBA is back from the All-Star break, and bettors could win big with the Brooklyn Nets taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland is looking to stay in the Eastern Conference playoff picture, while the Nets are just looking to have a win tonight.

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NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 19

Where to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Brooklyn Nets Game Tonight: Time, Streaming, Breakdown

The Cleveland Cavaliers were sitting at five wins a row after their win against the Washington Wizards before the All-Star Break. It was a big Cavs win with a 138-113 victory.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 19

LeBron James' Return to Cleveland Cavaliers Depends on Big Financial Decision

Speculation is once again swirling around the possibility of LeBron James finishing his storied NBA career where it began, and there is hope. The idea carries undeniable emotional weight that James, now 41, returning home for a final chapter would be a fitting conclusion to one of basketball’s most remarkable careers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 19

Donovan Mitchell reveals keys to making two-big lineups with Evan Mobley and James Harden work

The Cleveland Cavaliers have had incredible success with the Donovan Mitchell and James Harden pairing through three games. The fourth game will present a new challenge with Evan Mobley returning to the lineup on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 19

Cavaliers Get Key Players Back From Injury for Final Stretch of Regular Season

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a favorable schedule in the back half of their season as the All-Star break is officially over. The Cavaliers made a big splash

Jaylon Tyson News / Fear The Sword / February 19

‘I’m better than a lot of guys, if not all of them’ Cavs wing Jaylon Tyson has bigger goals than the Rising Stars Game

Jaylon Tyson doesn’t lack any confidence. That’s something fans of the Cleveland Cavaliers have quickly learned during the course of his sophomore breakout.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 19

Spacing and communication are key for the James Harden and Donovan Mitchell pairing

The James Harden Era with the Cleveland Cavaliers has gotten off to a great start. They’ve won all three of their games, and the chemistry between the backcourt duo of Harden and Donovan Mitchell has been impressive.

Evan Mobley News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Evan Mobley's Injury Status for Cavaliers-Nets on Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley has not played since Jan. 26 against the Orlando Magic due to a calf injury. He sustained a strained left calf in that game and was projected to be sidelined for one to three weeks.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 18

Cavaliers Traded for Key Championship Contributor 10 Years Ago

It’s been ten years to the day since the Cleveland Cavaliers dealt fan-favorite Anderson Varejao for Channing Frye as part of a three-team trade. Frye came over from Orlando for rarely used wing Jared Cunningham and Varejao was sent to Portland, who eventually bought out the forward.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 18

Predicting Cleveland Cavaliers Rotation After All-Star Break

The Cleveland Cavaliers conclude their All-Star break Thursday with a game against the Brooklyn Nets. With a few guys coming back from injury, and the team still trying to adjust from the trade deadline moves, it’s hard to predict who will be in and out of the lineup.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 18

How James Harden Immediately Became Donovan Mitchell's Most Talented Teammate Ever

Donovan Mitchell has always been the highest-performing star on his team since his sophomore year of college at Louisville. Mitchell has always been the star who needs a legitimate co-star who can help dominate on the offensive end with him.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / February 18

Cavs’ Evan Mobley, Dean Wade on track to return for next game

We have seen James Harden with the Cavaliers, but we have yet to see Harden with Evan Mobley. That could change Thursday night, according to coach Kenny Atkinson.

Lonzo Ball News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 18

Lonzo Ball Doesn’t Take Accountability for Struggles With Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers made quite a few moves at the NBA trade deadline, moving away from the likes of Darius Garland, De’Andre Hunter and Lonzo Ball.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hardwood Heroics / February 18

'I Know I’m the Scapegoat' – Former Cleveland Cavaliers Guard Dishes on His Unceremonious Exit From the Team This Season

Lonzo Ball believes he was made to be a scapegoat when he addressed his disappointing tenure with the Cleveland Cavaliers this season. During the trade deadline earlier this month, the former second overall pick was traded to the Utah Jazz before being waived, making him a free agent.

Lonzo Ball News / Hoops Wire / February 18

Lonzo Ball says he’s a scapegoat, but numbers say otherwise

There is struggling, and then there is whatever season Lonzo Ball has turned in. Ball was salary-dumped by the Cavaliers, waived by the Jazz, and is currently without a job.

Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Wire / February 17

Donovan Mitchell. ‘Winning is the end all’ as Cavs adjust on the fly

If there were concerns about how a new Cavaliers backcourt might come together, Donovan Mitchell is not carrying them. Mitchell told Marc J. Spears of Andscape that he has zero anxiety about sharing the floor with James Harden, even as the Cavs adjust on the fly.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 17

LeBron James' True Feelings on Cavaliers' James Harden Trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers made big moves on trade deadline day to give Donovan Mitchell the best supporting cast possible for the 2026 postseason. The most eye-catching transaction the Cavs did involve acquiring James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers for Darius Garland and a future second-round pick.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 18

Jeanie Buss' latest comments suggest LeBron James doesn't have future with Lakers

Signs continue to point toward forward LeBron James leaving the Los Angeles Lakers this upcoming offseason.

Carmelo Anthony offers an honest opinion about 'villain' James

LeBron making big sacrifice this season

LeBron opens up about emotional reality of 22nd NBA All-Star selection

Knicks' Jalen Brunson sends strong message about next contract

Jayson Tatum emotional after major step in Achilles recovery

Cleveland Cavaliers News / The SportsRush / February 17

'Don’t Care How It Happens': Donovan Mitchell Gets Candid On Achieving Goals With James Harden

James Harden’s arrival in Cleveland has sparked a fresh sense of life within the Cavaliers, a team that had been riding a rollercoaster season. He has helped turn things around, guiding them to the number four seed, leaving them just 2.5 games behind the Boston Celtics in second place.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 15