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Why the Cavaliers Could Quietly Entertain Trading Donovan Mitchell This Summer

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been awfully quiet – almost too quiet. Immediately following Cleveland’s sweep out of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, Cavs star Donovan Mitchell proclaimed that he wanted to remain with the team.

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Cavs 2026 mock draft roundup: Cleveland could be targeting a Spanish wing

The NBA Draft is barreling closer to us. The Cleveland Cavaliers have the 29th pick in this year’s draft. Let’s take a look at who the experts have them taking in our latest mock draft roundup.

J.R. Smith News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 17

Former Cavs Player J.R. Smith Says Cavs Haven’t Invited Him Back Despite Championship

J.R. Smith had a successful NBA career. He started his journey with the New Orleans Hornets, and he played for a few teams before suiting up for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / June 17

2016 Cavs celebrate 10th anniversary of championship on the golf course

The Cleveland Cavaliers achieved one of the most memorable NBA Finals victories a decade ago when they overcame a 3-1 deficit to defeat the 73-9 Golden State Warriors to secure the city’s first professional championship in over half a century.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

J.R. Smith News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 17

J.R. Smith Alludes to Teammate Bailing on Cleveland Cavaliers’ Championship Reunion

In 2016, the Cleveland Cavaliers did something special. They won the franchise's first championship, and they overcame a significant deficit to do it. The Golden State Warriors started that series on a high note, as they won the first two games.

Dennis Schroder News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 17

Three Dennis Schroder Trade Packages That Make Sense for Cavaliers

From entering the new NBA season on a high after guiding his native Germany to a FIBA EuroBasket title in the summer, Dennis Schroder ended it on a whimper with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 17

Donovan Mitchell Could Copy This Move From Jalen Brunson to Help Cavaliers

In July of 2022, Jalen Brunson left the Dallas Mavericks after a Western Conference Finals appearance and signed a four-year $104 million contract with the New York Knicks, his hometown team.

Sam Merrill News / Fear The Sword / June 17

Cavs final report card: Sam Merrill

When the Cleveland Cavaliers signed Sam Merrill to a contract extension and let Ty Jerome walk, it raised a lot of eyebrows. It created unnecessary discourse around who they should have let walk in free agency when they could have retained both at the expense of going further over the second apron.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17

Kevin Love shares an incredible 2016 Cavaliers reunion photo

It has been almost 10 years since the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history, and LeBron James and some members of that squad have linked up across the pond for a reunion.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 17

The Real Reason Why Cavaliers Are Trying To Cut Salary This Offseason

The Cleveland Cavaliers sound desperate to get under the second apron. Last season, the Cavaliers were the most expensive team in the NBA. They were the

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Donovan Mitchell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Cavs rumors: Brian Windhorst hints at Donovan Mitchell extension contract timing

ESPN NBA reporter Brian Windhorst joined ESPN Radio Cleveland to discuss the future of Donovan Mitchell with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mitchell and the Cavaliers had a season that exceeded expectations, making it to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2018.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Report: Cavaliers could trade away notable player this offseason

The Cleveland Cavaliers could become the latest of many NBA teams to trade away Dennis The Menace. Cleveland is looking to shed some salary this offseason, Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported Tuesday during a local radio appearance.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / June 16

Veteran Guard Emerges as Potential Trade Candidate Amid Cleveland Cavaliers’ Salary-Shedding Plans

Just as the NBA season is officially over, teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, are actively looking to move key pieces in the trade season. While the team looks like a roster in need of a major shift, a recent name has popped up in the conversation.

Dennis Schroder News / Hoops Wire / June 16

Report: Cavs may be ‘investigating’ trading Dennis Schroder

No one expects the Cavaliers to stand entirely pat this offseason. At the very least, it seems they’ll make some moves around the edges of the roster. One of those moves could include point guard Dennis Schroder, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. “The most recent thing I’ve heard with the Cavs is they’re looking to shave off some salary.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 16

Cleveland Cavaliers Have Worked Out 15 Known Prospects Before 2026 NBA Draft

The pre-draft workouts are in full swing ahead of the NBA Draft on June 23-24. This will give teams an excellent opportunity to evaluate the players, see how they perform on the court and also to get to know what type of person they are off it.

Donovan Mitchell News / Fear The Sword / June 16

Report: Donovan Mitchell not expected to sign extension this summer

Donovan Mitchell is extension-eligible for the Cleveland Cavaliers this summer. The seven-time All-Star has given no indication that he wants out of Cleveland, but that doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll take this opportunity to extend.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / June 16

Cavs are prioritizing their only wing while looking to cut salary

The Cleveland Cavaliers had the most expensive roster in NBA history last season. They’re looking to trim some of those costs this summer. “The most recent thing that I’ve heard from the Cavs is that they’re looking to shave off some salary,” said Brian Windhorst on ESPN Cleveland.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 16

5 Cleveland Cavaliers Who Are Eligible for Contract Extensions This Offseason

Now that we are a couple of days removed from the New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals, the celebration begins for them, and the offseason plans begin for the other 29 teams in the league.

Jaylon Tyson News / Fear The Sword / June 16

Cavs final report card: Jaylon Tyson

Jaylon Tyson entered his second year with questions surrounding the type of role he would develop in his sophomore season with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

James Harden News / Hoops Wire / June 16

James Harden arrest not expected to impact Cavs negotiations

The expectation around the NBA remains the same when it comes to James Harden and the Cavaliers. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Harden’s recent arrest on a misdemeanor gun charge in Texas is not expected to impact contract discussions between the veteran guard and Cleveland.