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Cavs’ Darius Garland could return Friday vs. Pacers

The Cavaliers could get Darius Garland back on Friday night as they stay at home to face the struggling Pacers. Garland is listed as questionable after missing five straight games with a left great toe injury.

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Who Are the Top Five Cleveland Cavaliers of All Time?

For the better part of the past decade, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been a staple at the top of the NBA’s Eastern Conference. While the Cavs have experienced their most success during this recent time period, they’ve had plenty of impactful players throughout the franchise’s history.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 20

This major issue is plaguing the Cleveland Cavaliers so far

For some reason, the Cleveland Cavaliers cannot hit free throws. And it showed in the team's 114-104 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. The defeat pushed the Cavaliers' record to 10-6 on the season and slotting them fourth in the Eastern Conference.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

How many of the 30 players in NBA history to score in double-figures at least 1,000 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 20

Three takeaways from Cleveland Cavaliers loss to Houston Rockets

At the start of the six-game home stand for the Cavs, Cleveland looked to be right on track, winning back-to-back games against the Memphis Grizzlies and Milwaukee Bucks.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 20

What Donovan Mitchell said after Evan Mobley's free-throw horror against Rockets

The Cleveland Cavaliers were the latest victims in the Houston Rockets’ winning run on Wednesday, and one stat in particular stood out. The 114-104 loss to the Rockets halted the Cavs’ mini two-game winning spell to go to 10-6, and extended Houston’s to five, where they have gone 10-1 since starting the campaign 0-2.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 20

The fundamental issue that is costing the Cavs games early in 2025-26

Despite a 114-104 loss, the Cleveland Cavaliers got to the rim plenty against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night in a physical clash. The problem is that they didn’t cash in on their opportunities.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / November 19

Winners and Losers: Cavs vs – Bench nearly leads a comeback

The Cleveland Cavaliers fell short of a comeback, losing 114-104 to the Houston Rockets. Let’s check on who won and lost the night. The Cavs aren’t scoring the ball efficiently.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 20

Rockets continue early-season dominance with win over Cavaliers

The Houston Rockets beat one of the NBA's top teams Wednesday night in the same way they beat most teams: On the offensive glass.

Jabari Smith Jr, Nae’Qwan Tomlin have an altercation during game

NBA punishes Cavaliers for Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley decisions

Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future

The 25 greatest dunkers in NBA history

The 'Most points in an NBA Cup game' quiz

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

Kenny Atkinson defends Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley rest decision amid NBA’s fine

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson minced no words on Wednesday regarding the NBA’s $100,000 fine for resting Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley last week.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / November 19

Cavaliers aren’t going to change their approach after NBA punishmet

The Cleveland Cavaliers were fined $100,000 by the NBA for violating their player participation rules in their recent road trip to Miami. The Cavs rested both Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley in a game they beat the Heat 130-116.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

How far are Cavs’ Darius Garland, Jaylon Tyson from returning from injury?

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson shared updates on Darius Garland and Jaylon Tyson on Wednesday before the team’s meeting with the Houston Rockets.

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The '2022 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 19

Donovan Mitchell has bold stance about his recent play for the Cleveland Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell is in legitimate contention to be a MVP this season. The 29-year-old has taken over the role of being the No. 1 option for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are currently riding a two-game winning streak.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

How Lonzo Ball, Craig Porter Jr. are making Cavs’ life ‘easier’

The Cleveland Cavaliers have terrorized opponents when Craig Porter Jr. has been on the floor in the first month of the season, but when he’s tagging with Lonzo Ball, that pressure ratchets up.

Lonzo Ball News / Sneakers on SI / November 19

Lonzo Ball on Crocs Partnership, Recovery, and NBA Sneaker Lines

No NBA player can match the footwear and health journey of Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Lonzo Ball. Over the years, fans have closely followed each step of Ball's highly publicized sneaker saga, commitment to health, and, of course, his style.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / November 19

Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game Wednesday: Preview, Breakdown

On Monday, the Cleveland Cavaliers were able to pull out a win against the Milwaukee Bucks 118-106. Giannis Antetokounmpo was not involved in the second half but they were still competitive for a while.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Apex Sports / November 19

Cleveland Cavaliers Fined $100K By The NBA For Violating Policy

The NBA has taken a firm stance against the practice of resting healthy star players, levying a significant fine against the Cleveland Cavaliers. On Tuesday,

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 18

Cavs punished for Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley decisions

NBA punishes Cavaliers for Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley decisions

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been fined $100,000 by the NBA.

Donovan Mitchell continues torrid start as Cavaliers beat Bucks

Cavaliers star launched full-court heave with so much time left on the clock

The 25 greatest NBA duos of all time

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 18

Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future

A veteran-heavy USA Basketball squad took home a gold medal last summer in Paris. But their two biggest stars won't be returning. Who could replace them?

LeBron James, Steph Curry reveal whether they will play in 2028 Olympics

USA Basketball announces the roster for World Cup qualifiers

NBA makes an admission about no-call on James Harden's three-pointer

Key NBA players who have made leaps during the 2025-26 season

The 'Team USA men's basketball gold medalists' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 18

Contending Cavaliers, Rockets set for clash

The Cleveland Cavaliers took a chance on shooting guard Sam Merrill three seasons ago, then gave him a four-year contract extension this past summer. It continues to pay dividends for them.