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NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 7
Cavs’ effort and chances are there, but execution keeps sinking the ship
It keeps looking winnable. It keeps ending the same. The Cavaliers’ 107-97 road loss to Detroit in Game 2 had stretches where it felt like the series could flip.
NBA News / Fear The Sword / May 7
Player Grades: Cavs vs Pistons Game 2 – Donovan Mitchell finds his spark in loss 
The Cleveland Cavaliers fell apart again in crunch time. They’ll head back to Cleveland trailing the Detroit Pistons 0-2. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 7
Pistons, Cade Cunningham show Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell who's boss in Game 2
The Detroit Pistons are showing that they're in it to win it.
The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
James Harden News / Fear The Sword / May 7
James Harden turns in a disaster, Cavs fall 0-2 to Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers lost 107-97 in Game 2 to the Detroit Pistons. Their season now comes down to defending a home stand. The Cavs once again started this game down by double digits.
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 / Yardbarker / May 7
Pistons' Daniss Jenkins is NBA's unlikeliest playoff hero
One of the most important players in the NBA playoffs attended four different colleges, went undrafted and didn't have an NBA contract until three months ago.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
Donovan Mitchell injures Tobias Harris with a wicked crossover in Game 2
Donovan Mitchell was out there committing acts of violence on Thursday. Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers played Thursday against Tobias Harris and the Detroit Pistons for Game 2 of their second-round playoff series.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 7
Cavaliers’ Merrill, Pistons’ Huerter Out For Game 2
Cavaliers sharpshooter Sam Merrill has been ruled out for Thursday’s Game 2 in Detroit, tweets Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. The sixth-year wing was initially considered questionable for tonight’s contest due to a left hamstring strain, which he suffered during Tuesday’s Game 1 loss vs.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA Draft on SI / May 7
Assessing the Cleveland Cavaliers' Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft
The Cleveland Cavaliers have a pivotal offseason ahead, in the midst of their second-round playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. This series could determine the future of their core after making the blockbuster trade for James Harden at the deadline.
Cavaliers Rotation Adjustments That Could Shift Result Ahead of Game 2
The Cavaliers lost an embarrassing 111-101 road game to the Pistons on Tuesday. This loss, while only being Game 1, felt quite ugly for the Cavs. Let’s start with Jarrett Allen getting into extremely early foul trouble.
Evan Mobley News / Fear The Sword / May 7
Cavs reportedly spoke to Bucks on Mobley for Giannis trade
The Cleveland Cavaliers reportedly held discussions with the Milwaukee Bucks about a potential deal at this year’s trade deadline. The swap would have included Evan Mobley and all of Cleveland’s available draft picks for 10-time All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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 / May 7
Two Cavaliers Adjustments That Will Decide Game 2 vs. Pistons
The Cleveland Cavaliers struggled in their Game 1 loss to the Detroit Pistons, falling 111-101 in Tuesday night’s showdown. It was a disappointing start
Cleveland Cavaliers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 7
Draymond Green Defends James Harden Against Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith
James Harden recorded seven turnovers in Game 1 of the Conference semifinals series against the Detroit Pistons, more than his made field goals (6). Harden is going through a tough series, and Draymond Green had to step in to defend him against Charles Barkley’s attack.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 7
‘Different look’ with Evan Mobley could jumpstart Cavs’ James Harden, Donovan Mitchell
If the Cleveland Cavaliers want to fix their current shortcomings offensively vs. the Detroit Pistons, they should put the ball in Evan Mobley’s hands as a primary initiator more often.
Jaylon Tyson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
Jaylon Tyson Thinks Cavaliers Have a Lot To Clean Up Ahead of Game 2
The Cleveland Cavaliers walked out of Game 1 knowing they left opportunities on the floor. That feeling was still fresh when Jaylon Tyson met with reporters the next day.
3 Things Cavs Fans Must Know Today: Injuries, Quotes and Notes
The Cleveland Cavaliers are aiming to bounce back in the second game of the Eastern Conference playoffs' second round on Thursday, following their loss to the Detroit Pistons in Game 1.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons Game 2: Preview, Breakdown
Game 1 was not as bad as it seemed. Yes. the Cavaliers lost the game, but it was not a bad loss. Mistakes were made that are easily fixable. Turnovers were the main culprit.
Sam Merrill News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 7
Is Sam Merrill playing Thursday night? Cavs vs. Pistons Game 2 injury report
The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal NBA playoff series. Sam Merrill is listed as questionable on the injury report with a left hamstring strain.
Sam Merrill News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Cavs’ Sam Merrill questionable for Game 2 with hamstring strain
The Cavs may be down a shooter, as Sam Merrill is dealing with a hamstring issue. Merrill has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain after exiting Game 1 against Detroit, according to Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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