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With the return of their All-Star point guard, the Cleveland Cavaliers looked like they had an extra dose of energy as they tried to take down the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Donovan Mitchell drops 46 points to spur Cavaliers past 76ers

Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 46 points and Jarrett Allen collected 24 points and 10 rebounds, powering the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 132-121 win over the visiting Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / November 5

Winners and Losers: Cavs vs 76ers

The Cleveland Cavaliers turned back the clock tonight in more ways than one. Not only did they wear their iconic throwback jerseys, but they also played their best basketball since last season.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Sneakers on SI / November 5

Donovan Mitchell's Adidas Basketball Shoes Are 20% Off Online

The Cleveland Cavaliers are off to another strong start to the season, clearly a playoff team with big dreams. Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell will play a big role in the team's success, just as he does for adidas.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / The Lead / November 5

Spida Spins the Perfect Web for Cleveland’s Rebuild

When LeBron James left for the Los Angeles Lakers back in 2018, many Cleveland fans doubted the Cavaliers’ future without him. About four years later, recent Cavaliers acquiree from the Utah Jazz, Donovan Mitchell, dropped 71 points against the Chicago Bulls and the rest was history.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 5

Cavaliers get major injury boost ahead of undermanned 76ers matchup

The Cleveland Cavaliers have dealt with their fair share of injuries to start this season and it’s finally their turn to catch a break. While Darius Garland is expected to make his return to the starting lineup for the Cavaliers on Wednesday, the Philadelphia 76ers have ruled out several impact players.

Darius Garland News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5

The Cavs player not named Darius Garland whose injury return is criminally underrated

While unofficial until the starting lineups are announced, all signs are pointing to the Cleveland Cavaliers getting Darius Garland back for his season debut on Wednesday night against the Philadelphia 76ers.

De'Andre Hunter News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 5

Cavaliers starter in danger of being out vs. 76ers after surprising injury update

The Cleveland Cavaliers have had a seesaw-type season so far, as the team currently sits at 4-3. However, a new injury could put them back at .500 on the year.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hardwood Heroics / November 5

'He’s Playing Like He’s Back at Chino Hills' – Cleveland Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell Raves About Having Lonzo Ball as a Teammate

The Cleveland Cavaliers made the bold offseason move of trading for Lonzo Ball, and the former second overall pick has been as good as advertised so far this season.

Darius Garland News / Field Level Media / November 5

Cavs' Darius Garland likely to make season debut vs. Sixers

Two-time All-Star point guard Darius Garland is expected to make his season debut Wednesday for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the visiting Philadelphia 76ers.

Lonzo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

Why Lonzo Ball can ‘1000%’ elevate Cavs… but it will take time

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell is a walking human highlight reel in his own right, but even his eyes widen when Lonzo Ball passes the rock.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / November 4

Cavs’ Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen, Sam Merrill upgraded to questionable

The Cavaliers are finally starting to look like the Cavaliers again. Darius Garland (toe), Jarrett Allen (finger), and Sam Merrill (hip) have all been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s home game vs.

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Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson on Darius Garland looming return: ‘See how he responds’

Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson was asked about reports that All-Star point guard Darius Garland could return Wednesday, and Atkinson was realistic. “Just kind of see how he responds,” Atkinson told reporters Tuesday, via Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / November 4

Cavaliers' Darius Garland could make season debut against 76ers

Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland could make his season debut as soon as Wednesday vs. Philadelphia, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports that Garland will have his status upgraded on the team’s injury report.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 4

Can Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley co-exist in Cleveland Cavaliers' front court?

The Cleveland Cavaliers have started 4-3, a far cry from last season’s 15-0 start in Kenny Atkinson's first season as head coach. Last season, the Cavaliers’ lineup appeared cohesive, with Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland orchestrating the offense effectively while Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley anchored the frontcourt.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 2

Donovan Mitchell returns, Cavs get right vs Hawks

Donovan Mitchell came back and the Cavaliers looked something like the Cavaliers again. For the most part, anyway. The Cavs beat the Hawks 117-109 on Sunday at Rocket Arena, snapping a two-game slide and moving to 4-3.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 1

Depleted Cavaliers hope to snap skid vs. trending Hawks

The injury bug has bit the Cleveland Cavaliers in a big way, with five of their top seven players currently sidelined. Having over $130 million of the team's league-high payroll in street clothes can't be a happy sight for owner Dan Gilbert.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / October 30

Cavaliers confirm injury details, outlook for center Jarrett Allen

Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen suffered a broken left ring finger.

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Lonzo Ball is looking good to start his Cavaliers run

The Cleveland Cavaliers took a gamble by trading for oft-injured guard Lonzo Ball in the offseason. The move, assuming Ball can capture some of his old magic, would give the Cavaliers another ball-dominant facilitator with good court vision and strong defensive skill sets.

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