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On YouTubeDean Wade News / Fear The Sword / May 7
The Cavs have a Dean Wade problem 
The Cleveland Cavaliers have played some of their best and ugliest basketball with Dean Wade on the court in the playoffs. Offensively, the floor has looked far too cramped, as defenders can cheat away from Wade, making it difficult for Cleveland’s backcourt to find driving lanes.
Sam Merrill News / Field Level Media / May 6
Struggling Cavs might be without Sam Merrill (hamstring) for Game 2 vs. Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers may play Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Thursday night without one of their most important floor spacers. Reserve
The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The NBA began awarding the Defensive Player of the Year following the 1982-83 season. Since then, the award has been given out 42 times. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?
Keon Ellis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Keon Ellis staying ready bodes well after key Game 1 injury to Cavs wing vs. Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers dealt with a tough break on Tuesday, as Sam Merrill exited the game seven minutes into his shift with a left hamstring injury and didn’t return.
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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.
Tristan Thompson News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Report: Tristan Thompson seeks conservatorship for brother Amari
Former Cavaliers big man Tristan Thompson has filed for conservatorship of his younger brother, Amari Thompson, according to a report from TMZ, citing court documents.
The Cleveland Cavaliers Turnover Issues Must Be Fixed Immediately
The Cleveland Cavaliers have not valued the basketball enough through these playoffs. Through eight playoff games, the Cavs have 141 turnovers, the most by a playoff team since 1996.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / May 6
Cleveland’s disappointing duo is making the post-season an uphill battle
You have all seen the stat online; the Cleveland Cavaliers are rewriting the history books. At the time of this post, the Cavs have the most turnovers through eight games of the postseason since 1996, with 141.
Kenny Atkinson News / Fear The Sword / May 6
Kenny Atkinson’s questionable decisions cost Cavs in Game 1
With 5:28 seconds left in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the Cleveland Cavaliers tied things up at 93 points apiece. They mounted an 18-point comeback against the Detroit Pistons, the top seed, capped off by three James Harden free throws.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / May 6
James Harden reacts to Cavaliers' Game 1 loss to Pistons
Harden discussed his team's Game 1 loss to the Pistons.
Donovan Mitchell News / EssentiallySports / May 6
Donovan Mitchell Feels He Needs to Flop to Get Calls After Pistons Defeat Cavaliers 111–101 in Game 1
Well, the NBA’s methods are finally working. Some players are avoiding the ‘F-word’ to prevent five figure fines. At least that’s the impression Donovan
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.
The 2 Cavaliers Who Cost Cleveland the Most in Game 1 Loss Against Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers dropped Game 1 against the Detroit Pistons 111-101. The Cavs tried to put together a second half surge, but their 19 team turnovers, questionable lineup decisions and bad offensive execution proved too much to overcome on Tuesday night.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / May 6
James Harden’s Playoff Flaw Exposed as Cavs Fall to Pistons After Failed Comeback
Even as James Harden continues to climb the ranks of postseason longevity, his historic flaws remain stubbornly attached to his playoff resume. Following the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 111-101 road loss to the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the focus shifted from the final score to The Beard’s staggering career trend.
Donovan Mitchell News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Donovan Mitchell Frustrated Over Lack of Calls in Cavaliers-Pistons Game 1
The Detroit Pistons took Game 1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, 111-101. The backcourt tandem of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden combined for 45 points.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 5
Winners and Losers From Cleveland Cavaliers Game 1 Loss Against Detroit Pistons
The Eastern Conference semifinals began in Detroit tonight, as Cleveland made the short trip up north to take on the one seed in the East. The Pistons
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 5
4 Big Takeaways from Cavaliers’ Disappointing Game 1 Loss to Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers faced a tough loss to the Detroit Pistons, falling 111 to 101 in Game 1 of the second round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs on Tuesday night.
NBA News / Fear The Sword / May 5
Player Grades: Cavs drop Game 1 to Pistons – Turnovers cost Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers erased an 18-point deficit to tie the Detroit Pistons midway through the fourth, but an inability to get stops and scores when they needed them wound up in Detroit escaping with a 111-101 Game 1 victory.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 5
Pistons big men dominate Cavaliers frontcourt to take Game 1
A hard-fought game came down to the Pistons' control of the paint in a 111-101 win.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 5
Pistons' buzzer-beaters make big impact in Game 1 win
The Detroit Pistons made the second-fewest three-pointers in the NBA last season. They got a big boost in their Game 1 victory thanks to two tough threes that just beat the buzzer.
Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell: I can and will play better
Donovan Mitchell isn’t spending much time looking back. After the Cavaliers survived a seven-game series against the Raptors, Mitchell made it clear the focus has already shifted to what’s next.
NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / May 5
Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons Preview, Prediction & Odds | May 5, 2026
The Eastern Conference semifinals open with a physical, high-stakes matchup as the Cleveland Cavaliers travel to Little Caesars Arena to face the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 on Tuesday, May 5.
Jarrett Allen News / AirJordanChronicles / May 4
'He Want the Ball More': Shannon Sharpe Praises Jarrett Allen’s Impact vs. Toronto
Game 7 of the playoffs always adds extra pressure, but Jarrett Allen turned this pressure into brilliance for his team. The series finale came down to an unexpected hero taking over the court.
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Charles Barkley News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Charles Barkley explains why he is ‘disgusted’ with Cavaliers
Charles Barkley is “disgusted” by the Cleveland Cavaliers and their inability to close out the Toronto Raptors. Barkley was furious with how the Cavaliers
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