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Cleveland Cavaliers Can Avoid Boston Celtics Until Conference Finals

Cleveland Cavaliers Can Avoid Boston Celtics Until Conference Finals

The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to embark on another NBA postseason, carrying high hopes of competing for an NBA championship. It’s been ten years since their last championship win, and while this team has been torn down and rebuilt since then, Cavaliers fans are itching for another title led by Donovan Mitchell and company.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / April 13

The Cavaliers are the greatest uncertainty in the postseason

The Toronto Raptors might look like one of the worst matchups for the Cleveland Cavaliers based on the sweep they conducted, but there are a lot of asterisks at play.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 13
Top Takeaways From Cleveland Cavaliers' Win Over Washington Wizards

Top Takeaways From Cleveland Cavaliers' Win Over Washington Wizards

The Cleveland Cavaliers picked up their 52nd and final regular-season win of the year with a 130-117 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday. Every Cavalier but one ended the night in double figures, including all three of Cleveland's two-way players.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 13
Two Reasons Why Cavaliers Must Be Careful Against Raptors in NBA Playoffs

Two Reasons Why Cavaliers Must Be Careful Against Raptors in NBA Playoffs

For the Cleveland Cavaliers, a familiar foe awaits them in the first round of the playoffs. The Toronto Raptors have been a worthy opponent for the Cavs

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '60-point NBA games' quiz
The 'Single playoff-points leaders' quiz
The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 12
Cleveland Cavaliers First-Round NBA Playoffs Opponent Officially Locked In

Cleveland Cavaliers First-Round NBA Playoffs Opponent Officially Locked In

The stage is set, we now know who will be traveling to Cleveland to start the playoffs, none other than the Toronto Raptors, a team who got the best of the Cavaliers during the 2025-26 Regular season.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

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 / Field Level Media / April 12
Cavaliers rest core players, deal another defeat to Wizards

Cavaliers rest core players, deal another defeat to Wizards

Nae'Qwan Tomlin scored a career-high 26 points and rookie Tyrese Proctor collected 22 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists as the playoff-bound Cleveland Cavaliers beat the visiting Washington Wizards 130-117 on Sunday afternoon.

Tyrese Proctor News / Fear The Sword / April 12

Player Grades: Cavs vs Wizards – Tyrese Proctor ends strong

That’s a wrap. The Cleveland Cavaliers ended the 2025-26 regular season with a win over the Washington Wizards. Let’s get to the grades. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 12
Cavs Stars Mitchell, Harden, Plenty Others, Will Sit Out Regular Season Finale

Cavs Stars Mitchell, Harden, Plenty Others, Will Sit Out Regular Season Finale

If you're planning to attend Sunday evening's Wizards - Cavaliers regular season finale you may want to spring for a game program. Failing to do so will

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12
Lonzo Ball makes mind-blowing Ball in the Family admission

Lonzo Ball makes mind-blowing Ball in the Family admission

Lonzo Ball shares what he is recognized the most for and it may surprise you. The Cleveland Cavaliers star shared with his brother LiAngelo Ball, DMO, and Ant on Ball in the Family podcast that when fans come up to him, a lot of them don’t reference the fact that he’s a professional basketball player at first.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 11
Top Takeaways From Cleveland Cavaliers' Loss to Atlanta Hawks

Top Takeaways From Cleveland Cavaliers' Loss to Atlanta Hawks

81 down, one to go. The Cleveland Cavaliers continued a sneak preview of a potential 1st-round matchup with a 124-102 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 11
Cavaliers conclude regular season vs. last-place Wizards

Cavaliers conclude regular season vs. last-place Wizards

The playoff-bound Cleveland Cavaliers and last-place Washington Wizards are locked into their spots in the standings, leaving nothing tangible for either team to play for -- except pride -- in their regular season finale Sunday.

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The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
 The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
 The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz
 The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz
The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 11
Cavaliers Dropping Friday Night's Game Against Hawks Had Playoff Implications

Cavaliers Dropping Friday Night's Game Against Hawks Had Playoff Implications

The Cleveland Cavaliers fell to the Atlanta Hawks 124-102 in Atlanta on Friday night. With the loss, the Cavaliers fell to 51-30 overall and 25-16 on the road.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 10
How Cavaliers' Friday Night Game Against Hawks Will Impact NBA Playoff Picture

How Cavaliers' Friday Night Game Against Hawks Will Impact NBA Playoff Picture

Coming off a huge win Wednesday night at Rocket Arena, the Cleveland Cavaliers now head to Atlanta for the second part of their final home-and-home of the season at State Farm Arena vs the Hawks.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 10
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Atlanta Hawks Game Friday: Preview, Breakdown

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Atlanta Hawks Game Friday: Preview, Breakdown

The Cleveland Cavaliers look to be heading towards a fourth place finish in the Eastern Conference. They did beat the Atlanta Hawks 122-116 behind a spectacular performance from Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley.

Kenny Atkinson News / Hoops Wire / April 10
Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson weighing lineups with playoffs looming

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson weighing lineups with playoffs looming

With the playoffs right around the bend, Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson is still sorting through what his starting and closing lineups will look like. That’s not necessarily a surprise.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 10
Donovan Mitchell Highlights Lengthy List of Cavs Players Missing for Hawks Clash

Donovan Mitchell Highlights Lengthy List of Cavs Players Missing for Hawks Clash

The Cleveland Cavaliers will play their final regular-season road game tonight (Friday) against the Atlanta Hawks, and understandably, some key players will be in street clothes.

James Harden News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / April 10
Cavs’ James Harden gets AI-animated short dedicated to his beard

Cavs’ James Harden gets AI-animated short dedicated to his beard

James Harden’s impact on basketball culture has always extended beyond the court, and now it has taken a digital turn. Utopai Studios recently partnered with the Cavaliers star to create a short-form animated video centered on one of the most recognizable features in sports, his beard, MediaBrief reports.

Kenny Atkinson News / Hoops Wire / April 9
Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson comfortable with slower style: ‘We’re still efficient’

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson comfortable with slower style: ‘We’re still efficient’

The Cavaliers may not be playing fast, but they are playing well. And that is just fine with coach Kenny Atkinson. Cleveland showed exactly what that looks like in Wednesday’s 122-116 win over the Hawks at Rocket Arena.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / April 9
The Cavaliers are rolling, but can James Harden and Donovan Mitchell break through?

The Cavaliers are rolling, but can James Harden and Donovan Mitchell break through?

Can Harden and Mitchell help each other elevate past previous playoff shortcomings?

Cavs’ James Harden opens up on title aspirations: ‘Here for a reason’
The '40-point NBA games since 1976-77' quiz
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / April 8
Cavaliers Win Fourth Straight Game: 3 Factors That Led To Convincing Home Victory

Cavaliers Win Fourth Straight Game: 3 Factors That Led To Convincing Home Victory

With all eyes on the dog fight happening out West, teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers (51-29) and Atlanta Hawks (45-35) have been going underappreciated as the NBA playoffs approach.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8
Kendrick Perkins takes a ruthless shot at Evan Mobley

Kendrick Perkins takes a ruthless shot at Evan Mobley

Evan Mobley is the latest NBA big man to find himself in the crosshairs of Kendrick Perkins. The ESPN analyst Perkins drew attention on Wednesday with his ruthless swipe at the Cleveland Cavaliers big man Mobley.

James Harden News / Hoops Wire / April 8
Cavs’ James Harden opens up on title aspirations: ‘Here for a reason’

Cavs’ James Harden opens up on title aspirations: ‘Here for a reason’

Cavaliers guard James Harden continues to chase the one accomplishment that has eluded him throughout a decorated career, and he made it clear in a recent conversation with Marc Spears of Andscape that the pursuit hasn’t slowed — even in year 17.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 9
Three surprising teams that have a chance to reach the NBA Finals

Three surprising teams that have a chance to reach the NBA Finals

The 2026 NBA playoffs could be some of the most chaotic postseason basketball we've ever seen.

The Cavs are rolling - but can James Harden and Donovan Mitchell breakthrough?
Cavs’ James Harden opens up on title aspirations: ‘Here for a reason’
Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers keep Hawks from clinching playoff bid
The 'All-time NBA playoff 3-pointers' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 7
Record shooting night can't help Grizzlies break losing streak

Record shooting night can't help Grizzlies break losing streak

No NBA team has ever made more three-pointers in a game than the Memphis Grizzlies did Monday night. Unlike the other teams that sank 27 or more threes, the Grizzlies couldn't win the game.

Knicks' Jalen Brunson takes over late to down Hawks
Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows why he's Most Improved Player vs. Knicks
Latest Cade Cunningham update signals good news for Pistons
Giannis Antetokounmpo has made a clear statement to the Bucks
The '2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers' quiz
Donovan Mitchell News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
Donovan Mitchell drops two defenders at the same time

Donovan Mitchell drops two defenders at the same time

Donovan Mitchell’s crossover claimed two victims at the same time.

The '40-point NBA games since 1976-77' quiz

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