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NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 29
James Harden could restructure deal to help Cavs gain flexibility
James Harden has already made one thing clear: He wants to remain with the Cavaliers. Now, a new report suggests he may be willing to put his money where his mouth is.
Evan Mobley News / Hoops Wire / May 29
Bucks reportedly view Cavs’ Evan Mobley as ideal Giannis return
The Giannis Antetokounmpo speculation isn’t going away. Now, another report has linked Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley to the conversation. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Bucks would have interest in acquiring Mobley as part of any potential trade package if Milwaukee were ever to move Antetokounmpo.
Ranking the Most Disappointing Players on the Cleveland Cavaliers This Season
The Cleveland Cavaliers put together their best season result since 2018 with an Eastern Conference Finals appearance, backed by their strong starting rotation led by Donovan Mitchell and company.
The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Coach of the Year winners since the 1979-80 season can you name in five minutes?
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Stadium Rant / May 28
The Cleveland Cavaliers’ Season Is Over: How Will They Approach The Offseason
The Cleveland Cavaliers’ season is over after getting swept in the Eastern Conference Finals. At the NBA trade deadline, Cleveland prioritized acquiring experienced veterans to make a deep playoff run.
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.
2 Realistic Trades Cleveland Cavaliers Can Make This Offseason
The Cleveland Cavaliers should be looking at a few ways to enhance their roster this offseason, and here are two possible trades they could make. Cavs receive: Antetokounmpo Bucks receive: Mobley, Sam Merrill, 2031 unprotected first-round pick and 2032 pick swap (more favorable pick goes to the Bucks).
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 28
James Harden reiterates commitment to Cavs: ‘I’m willing to do whatever it takes’
James Harden is will soon enter Year 18 of his NBA career. And while the former MVP admitted he’s beginning to think about life after basketball, retirement doesn’t appear especially close just yet.
Stephen A Smith News / HITC / May 28
Stephen A Smith calls out ‘disastrous’ Cleveland Cavaliers decision after New York Knicks defeat
Stephen A. Smith believes the Cleveland Cavaliers made a disastrous decision by backing Kenny Atkinson so quickly after their New York Knicks defeat. The issue was not just the loss itself.
3 Cleveland Cavaliers Players Who Will Be Gone This Offseason
The Cleveland Cavaliers have now fully emerged themselves in the offseason that should dictate whether they can get back to the NBA Finals or not next season.
Cleveland Cavs Trade Candidates: Realistic Targets To Bolster Roster This Offseason
After a disappointing exit in the Eastern Conference Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers are well off of being an NBA Championship contender. There are some moves to be made by the Cavs front office.
Lonzo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28
LaVar Ball rips Cavaliers for ditching Lonzo Ball, with a Hornets twist
LaVar Ball never misses a chance to speak his mind, and the Cleveland Cavaliers just gave him plenty of material to work with. Following the Cavaliers being swept by the New York Knicks, the outspoken Ball patriarch went on record to blast Cleveland for how things played out with his son Lonzo Ball.
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.
Cleveland Cavaliers Big Board: Top Draft Options at No. 29
With the Cleveland Cavaliers getting swept out of the Eastern Conference Finals, the offseason pivot has come fast. For a team that had higher aspirations, it is a bit of a gut punch, but you need to move on. The Cavaliers own pick No.
James Harden News / AirJordanChronicles / May 28
James Harden’s Postseason Collapse Forces Former NBA Player to Reconsider Hot Take
While Patrick Beverley’s podcast is home to many controversial hot takes, he seemingly had to go back on his word after the Eastern Conference Finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the New York Knicks ended, thanks to James Harden.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28
Channing Frye floats cold-blooded Donovan Mitchell plan after Cavs’ ECF exit
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell maintained that he is not keen on leaving. He is eligible for a contract extension in July, and it will be interesting to see how much money the Cavaliers are willing to give him.
Lonzo Ball News / Ball Exclusives / May 27
Lonzo Ball says Lakers made him stop wearing Big Baller Brand shoes
It’s been nearly a decade since Lonzo Ball, high school phenom turned UCLA standout, made his NBA debut for the Los Angeles Lakers. His father LaVar, alongside Alan Foster, founded the Big Baller Brand apparel and shoe company the year prior.
James Harden News / Yardbarker / May 28
Another playoff flop further complicates James Harden's legacy
James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers were swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, with Harden once again failing to carry his stellar regular-season play into the postseason.
Jarrett Allen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 27
3 best Jarrett Allen trade destinations if Cavs finally look to move on after ECF sweep
The Cleveland Cavaliers had themselves a 2026 NBA Playoffs for the books, outlasting the Toronto Raptors and Detroit Pistons in consecutive seven-game series only to be swept by the New York Knicks on the doorstep of the NBA Finals.
Most Glaring Roster Hole Cleveland Cavaliers Must Fill This Offseason
The Cleveland Cavaliers got embarrassed by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. There were a lot of reasons they got swept and dominated in every facet of the game.
Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Wire / May 27
Why is everyone suddenly so hard on Donovan Mitchell?
Somewhere along the way, we stopped appreciating great NBA players unless they ended every season holding a trophy. Everything now is rings. Legacy. “Can he be the best player on a title team?” And maybe Donovan Mitchell can’t.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 27
Chiefs TE Travis Kelce defends 'classy' beer chug at Game 3 of Knicks-Cavaliers ECF
The Ohio native gulped down a cold one to hype the Cleveland crowd at the beginning of the fourth quarter.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 27
The Cavaliers have almost no simple offseason fix after the Knicks sweep
The Cavaliers reached their first Eastern Conference finals since 2018, only to run into the toughest part of team building. They already have $221.8 million committed for next season, leaving them right up against the second-apron line before the summer even begins.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 27
ESPN insider reveals major roadblock preventing LeBron James from returning to Cavaliers
LeBron James is on the way to being an unrestricted free agent for the first time since 2018.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26
Cavaliers make decision on coach Kenny Atkinson’s future
The Cleveland Cavaliers wasted little time in deciding on the future of head coach Kenny Atkinson after their loss to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Donovan Mitchell News / Trade Talk Sports / May 26
Could ECF Sweep Mark the End of Donovan Mitchell in Cleveland?
Donovan Mitchell took the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in the post-LeBron James era, yet in the end, it won’t feel all that rewarding after being swept by the New York Knicks.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / May 25
Cavs Starting Strus Over Wade For Game 4; Schröder Out
The Cavaliers are making a change to their starting lineup ahead of Monday’s do-or-die Game 4 vs. New York, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, who reports that Max Strus will replace Dean Wade at small forward.
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