Cleveland Cavaliers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 3

The Cavaliers reportedly contacted teams about two big names

The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the midst of the NBA’s trade deadline are leaving no stone unturned. In rumors that are ramping up by the minute, it appears the Cavaliers are in the mindset of taking only big swings.

James Harden News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Why Cleveland Cavaliers Trading for James Harden Would Be a Nightmare

SI's Chris Mannix broke a report during the Los Angeles Clippers broadcast last night that the Clippers have had advanced trade discussions with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a Darius Garland swap with James Harden.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Ranking the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2026 Blockbuster Trade Targets Ahead of the Deadline

The Cleveland Cavaliers have popped up in numerous trade discussions as the 2026 deadline approaches. On the evening of Monday, Feb. 2, the Cavaliers were reportedly deep in talks with the Los Angeles Clippers on a potential swap involving guards Darius Garland and James Harden.

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Anthony Davis News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Latest Cavaliers Trade Rumor Links Cleveland to Anthony Davis

After making a move to send forward De'Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for better depth at the guard position, the Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to shake things up further.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Cavaliers Aggressively Pursuing Trades Involving A Pair Of Veterans, Where Could They Land?

Like the Chicago Bulls, the Cleveland Cavaliers don’t figure to be done making moves. However, the Cavaliers have a narrow focus in their search for trade partners.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Cavaliers Make Moves For Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers have been surprisingly busy heading into the trade deadline. They have entered surprise trade talks with the Clippers for James Harden.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 3

Cavs Take Desperate Step for Donovan Mitchell Amid James Harden Trade Rumor – Per Insider

The Cleveland Cavaliers were the No.1 seed in the East last season. But this time, with a 30-21 record, they sit fifth. Therefore, to turn things around, the front office is dismantling the core.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Trade Deadline Update: Rumors, Targets, And Reports

The Cleveland Cavaliers capped off their NBA trade deadline season last year by trading for former Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter. With the 2026 trade deadline season approaching quickly, Hunter was traded out of Cleveland on the evening of January 31.

James Harden News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers Should Trade for James Harden

News broke late Monday night that the Los Angeles Clippers and All-NBA point guard James Harden are working together to find a trade destination. Shortly after that news broke, connections to the Cavaliers began to swirl.

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Lonzo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 3

Cavs, Hornets have discussed trade to team up LaMelo, Lonzo Ball

Recently, the Cleveland Cavaliers decided to shake things up by sending De’Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, with the Chicago Bulls also being involved in the trade.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 3

Are Darius Garland’s toe injuries a long-term concern amid James Harden trade talks?

The Cleveland Cavaliers recently signaled a shift in their roster strategy by acquiring Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis in a multi-team deal that moved DeAndre Hunter to Sacramento.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / February 3

Cavs Rumors: Jarrett Allen, Lonzo Ball, Darius Garland, James Harden

League sources tell The Athletic’s Sam Amick that the Cavaliers have explored the idea of trading veteran center Jarrett Allen, whose three-year, $90.7 million extension begins in 2026-27.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Pros and Cons of Cleveland Cavaliers Trading for James Harden

During the offseason, Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland had surgery to repair an injury he had on his toe. He has played in 26 of the team's 50 games this season and recently suffered another toe injury, but this time on the other foot.

Max Strus News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers Are Shopping Max Strus Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline

The 2025-26 campaign has probably been a year that Max Strus wishes he could forget. Following a disappointing finish to the 2024-25 season that saw the Cleveland Cavaliers knocked out of the playoffs, sharpshooter Strus was hoping to see himself and the team respond well coming out of the games this season.

James Harden News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3